A Glimpse

Chapter 7

An Eye Opener

A/N: Before I begin Chapter Seven, I have to mention a small piece of the story that I left out. It is important for some things in this chapter to make sense. Before Santa left in the sled drawn by reindeer, he gave Lana a bag with three gifts in it; one gift for each child and one for Clark. He felt this would be a way to ease the tension caused by her abrupt disappearance, now on with the story.

Many thoughts crossed Lana's mind as she drove home. She was very excited about being married to Clark and was anxious to see what life with him would be like. But a question also continued to pop up in the midst of her other thoughts. Their abilities, what did Santa mean by that? Lana loved Clark and she knew that he was an incredibly gifted individual with many talents. He was very bright and exceptional with math and organizational skills. But he also was very handy and could build just about anything. I really would like to know, just what Santa meant. One thing for sure, Clark must have finally told me his secrets, because, I would not have married him unless I was aware of what he has been hiding from me all of these years. That is another thing we will be discussing. I also plan to spend a lot of time in his arms, gazing into the deep blue-green eyes and kissing those full luscious lips! Wow, I can't believe that my dreams of marrying him finally came true!

After parking the car Lana made her way up the stairs onto the front porch. Chloe met her on the porch. With a perplexed look on her face she asked, "Lana, where in the world have you been? Are you ok? Clark and the children are very worried; you dressed and left on Christmas morning without saying anything to anyone. Lana, you didn't even call them. That isn't like you at all. So spill, I mean it Lana what happened this morning? Where did you go?"

"Nothing happened Chloe, I remembered that I left some gifts with a friend and hadn't picked them up. I just went to get them. This morning for reasons I won't go into, I was a little overwhelmed and I needed a little time to think about things. But to answer the question I still see in your eyes…Don't worry Chloe, I am fine. I really am fine. In fact I have never been better."

"Well I am certainly happy to hear that, but next time, tell someone what your plans are! Remember this is Smallville and there are still plenty of meteor freaks out there. It's better not to take unnecessary chances. Lana, you are my best friend I love you and care about what happens to you."

"I am truly sorry that I didn't tell or call anyone to inform them of my plans. I really am and I won't do it ever again. Chloe… can I ask you a question?"

"Well you can ask me anything Lana; you know that, well anything except my grandmother's secret recipe for making banana bread. That is a family secret that I am sworn never to reveal."

"Relax Chloe, I wouldn't think of asking about that recipe. Are Clark and I happily married? Please be honest with me Chloe, please."

"Lana, are you sure that you are alright." She was becoming concerned about her friend…Something wasn't right. Why would her best friend have to ask if she and Clark were happily married?

Seeing her mouth drop wide open, accompanied by the worried look on Chloe's face she added, "Well you know he and I have a long history of problems and disagreements. I just thought I would ask."

"Yes, I know that better than anyone, but that all corrected itself when Clark told you about his abilities and his secrets! Clark and you are like no other couple anywhere. You have a great relationship and marriage! There is a certain chemistry between the two of you. That I have never seen in any other couple. There is a bond between you two that has allowed you to survive things, which would have destroyed any other couple a long time ago. Now, please tell me what is wrong Lana?"

"Chloe for the last time there is nothing wrong. Ok, I am fine. In fact Chloe for the first time ever everything is perfect."

"Ok, I believe you, but we better let Clark know that you are fine. He's worried and has been searching everywhere."

"Yes call him, but before you call please do one more favor for me. Don't worry it has nothing to do with banana bread recipes."

"Go ahead Lana ask."

"Chloe, what are the kid's names?"