Lex's office was something out of an architects fantasy. It was almost all glass and steel, almost industrial like, but stylish. From Sarah's research he was involved in various businesses, a very powerful and wealthy man and one of Metropolis' eligible bachelors.

Lex's most recent business venture being construction and city planning. He's the reason Metropolis is rebuilding at the rate it is. And all this work he has done as has brought him a lot of attention from other cities. Its wonder Gotham wanted a piece of this guy.

As Sarah sat waiting patiently while cautiously glancing at the secretary, whom she was certain was judging her. The woman was gorgeous wearing a black dress that hugged her body just right, and wore her hair pulled back into a low bun. It seemed like all the woman in the office were previously models, or at least they looked the part.

Sarah looked down at her dark wash skinny jeans and caged black heels with a hint of insecurity. She did tend to go more casual when she was out on an assignment. Her black leather jacket was fitted, and her mauve silk cami was flowing underneath. Her sandy brown hair was let down and the loose curls swayed half way down past her shoulders. She was a confident woman, but she was no where near this woman's league.

As the door opened and two men laughed exiting in some sort of small talk, Sarah recognized Lex immediately. His baldhead and charming smile were not easily forgotten. The man next to him shaking his hand was gorgeous Sarah thought. He was tall, almost towering over Lex, his curly brown hair was almost tussled, and his baby blue eyes sparkled through his thick rimed glasses and his huge smile was almost as bright as his eyes. Sarah cleared her throat giving trying to focus.

Sarah had to look away. "Ah, yes, Sarah Gordon" Lex announced, "Seems like all I've done today is talk to the media"

Sarah stood up with a smile. She read the name badge on the visitors bag. He was with the Daily Planet. Clark Kent was his name. Sarah tried to focus on Lex.

"One of Gotham's rising star reporters" Lex introduced Sarah. She smiled bashful, "Clark meet your newest competition, this is Clark Kent, one of the Daily Planet's own"

Clark nodded with a big smile, "Gotham, wow. It's a pleasure" he said, "Lex thank you for your quote, can't wait to hear about the Museum gala"

"Tell Lois next time to come and get her own damn quote" he smiled with a laugh, "I'm just kidding, this event is sure to be a new start to a new city" he beamed

Sarah watched following along. The Metropolis Museum of art and history was the first building to officially open up since the attack. It was where it was said Superman killed General Zod. And she wondered if there was any coincidence in the choice project to complete first.

Lex nodded, "Can't wait for everyone to see Metropolis Museum" he held the door open for Sarah as she walked in. Sarah looked back catching another glance at Clark,

"Lori, honey have a ticket sent over to the Planet for Clark to attend, also put his name on the guest list for the after party" Lex smiled genuinely "What sense does it make if you're not there to witness it for yourself Clark"

Clark nodded appreciative, he stared at Sarah for a moment and smiled even brighter, he knew she was coming. Lois wasn't particularly happy with meeting her today, but she seemed nice enough Clark thought. He was certain she wasn't going to find anything.

Clark had learned over the year to hide his identity better, it was too important now that the world knew what he could do. But for Lois and his mother's sake, no one could know who he really was.

Sarah sure was beautiful though her blonde hair was swept across her forehead; she had the nicest hair he'd seen. There was a determination in her eyes much like Lois'. There was something different about her though.

There was intensity about her. He wondered after the death of Batman why she was still in town reporting on this story instead of Gotham's big news.

"Lex, you're too kind. Thank you" Clark said, "It was nice meeting you Miss Gordon"

Sarah tried even out her expression with a simple nod as she turned trying to hide her flushed cheeks. Clark turned and walked out while her blue eyes still remind in his memory.

Clark heard her heart race and walked out of the office with a chuckle.

Lex shut the door and sat down, "So, word is you're here trying to find out who Superman is" he said with a grin, "Any leads"

Lex's question sent Sarah's intuition off. He seemed so charming, but his demeanor changes at the topic of Superman. Sarah tried to ignore her intuition with a smile and simple shrug.

"Not yet, but I'm pretty good at these sorts of things, Mr. Luther" Sarah tried to sound casual

Lex tilted his head, "Please call me Lex" he crossed his leg and leaned back on the couch. Sarah sat at the end of the sectional, hoping the distance between them was further

"I hope you're not thinking I have any information on our hero" he said humorously, "Because I'm as stumped as the rest of the world, but just as eager to find out"

"Have you had any encounters with him?" she wondered

"me?" he asked, "Oh, no but boy would I love to meet him and try and figure him out"

Sarah thought that was an odd answer. She tilted her head, "Why is that Lex?"

Lex shrugged, "I think we as free willed Americans have a right to know if a sub-human with innate super abilities is living among us. I mean" he leaned forward, "Wouldn't you want to know how this guy can do all this stuff? Fly, super strength, who his tailor is" Lex laughed

Sarah nodded, "I'm sure there are those who share that same curiosity, but wouldn't you want to know the man who is out there doing good so you could thank him for inspiring such good in others?" Sarah thought about her own words and was taken back.

She never thought that way about John. It killed her that she didn't have that appreciation. She did appreciate him, and the sacrifice he made, but when she was following the story, that wasn't her reason for trying to find out Batman's identity. She realized her selfishness.

Lex stared at her gazed look and smiled, "I suppose he is inspiring good" he said bring Sarah back, "Superman has done such a great deal for this country in such a short time" he tried to sound sincere.

Sarah nodded, "I actually came here because in addition to Superman's identity, we at the Gotham Herald want to cover Metropolis' speedy rebuild." She smiled, "You've done this city such a service Lex"

Lex took to the compliment because he beamed with pride, "Oh I'm just trying to do right by my city. I mean if you have the resources, you should be putting them towards good"

Sarah wrote down the quote nodding, "You're absolutely right"

"It's a shame what happened to Bruce Wayne after Bane was killed, he could have rebuilt Gotham to it's proper state" Lex said

Sarah gave a single nod, trying to push away her thoughts on the matter, "It's going to take a little more than new bricks and money for Gotham to recover"

Lex nodded, "I'm sorry, how insensitive of me, you've made such a name for yourself, I forgot you're father was in the thick of it all, and how you had to hide for all those months"

Sarah nodded trying not to relive the time. It was a long time ago and she was just a teenager, but having to hide in fear of being captured because Bane was looking her for father still gave her nightmares.

"I guess it's true what they saw, that the night is darkest, just before dawn Sarah." Lex said, "It may be hard now, and now with you're Batman gone, Gotham will recover one day, to the days when it was at it's best" he said with a proud smile.

Sarah tried to smile knowing Harvey Dent gave a similar mantra. "If you wouldn't mind telling me a little bit about what you have planned for Metropolis I won't keep you any longer"

There may be one or two (or dozens) of grammar/spelling errors. Would love an editor ;)

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