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Chapter 3

Walking into the airport terminal, I scanned the waiting faces looking for anyone I recognised. According to mom, I was to look for Aunt Nell and my cousin Lana. Not seeing the two brunettes that I expected to find, I continued to the baggage claim area to collect my bags.

Noting that no luggage carts were available, I made my way to the carousel that was, of course, completely surrounded by people, all of whom were taller than me… Shit, everyone was taller than me. Blowing out a breath, I decided to wait until a space cleared, although how I would manage with three big bags was another story entirely.

Deciding that standing around doing nothing wouldn't help, I tried to find a way around the masses. In doing so, I spotted an unattended luggage cart and rushed over to grab it. Just my luck, as I reached for it, a large hand clutched the handle right before mine.

"Dammit." I swore under my breath, fighting the urge to kick something. "Where in the hell am I going to get another one? Shit."

"Uh hi… you can take it if you like; my dad and I can just carry our bags." A deep voice spoke behind me.

Turning around, I was confronted by the ultimate in male beauty. Holy shit… forget Patrick, this guy was McDreamy and then some. Deciding that this definitely required a closer look, I started at the bottom. Big feet in white sneakers… mm… big feet, big hands, big… What?! I could barely believe the thoughts running through my head, this was not me… I don't lust over a guy like this on the first meet – and it's not even been a proper introduction yet… Suppress baser instincts now!

Bulge behind the zipper of the black jeans… okay, that definitely showed potential. Continuing my journey, I encountered a red clad chest. Correction… a damn nice chest – clearly defined pecs, and oh yes… those were his nipples I was seeing under the cloth of that T-shirt. Okay, I'd say that this guy works out big time, which was proven even more when I looked at his muscular arms. Damn, I was a sucker for well-built guys. Wonder if he would mind my running my hands up his chest or along his arms up to his broad shoulders. Man, I really hope my tongue isn't hanging out my mouth or that I'm panting like a dog…

My eyes moved upwards and I saw a thick, strong neck… imagined running my tongue over that Adam's apple. Oh boy, chin cleft – I'll gladly take a bite out of that… Stop!! You're not a damned rabbit – control yourself!

Okay, I'm running out of expletives, and I haven't even finished the tour yet… Full lips… Whispering sweet nothings, nibbling and kissing… Penetrating blue eyes… Oh Lord, let's not talk about penetrating… Is it getting hot in here? He looks a bit flushed - so I'm guessing that the air-conditioner might not be working, thank God. Imagine if he knew what I was thinking.

I am slowly becoming aware that the full lips – damn, they look soft and tempting! – are moving and the dark eyebrows have lifted. Shoot, how long have I been standing here staring while this gorgeous male specimen has been talking to me?

"Um… What?" Great, I sound like a dork.

"I asked if you were okay – you just seemed to… space out for a minute there."

Wow, I just caught a glimpse of his tongue – can I just melt on the spot?
Focus, dammit – his royal hotness is talking to you!!!

"Are you okay?"

Now, I just know that I am blushing… what a great first impression.
"Yeah, I'm fine. Sorry, I was just thinking." Uh huh, about jumping your bones…
"So, what were you saying?"

"Oh, okay… I just said that you could have the cart, if you like. Dad and I have only one bag apiece, so we can manage that with no problem," he smiled, pointing to someone over my shoulder.

He's smiling… At this point, I think I'm going to have to ask if I can be his sex slave… I'm definitely thinking that this virgin needs to get laid.
Trying really hard not to stammer, I reply "Yeah, I would. Thanks."

"Ready to go, son?" An unwelcome voice echoes from behind me.

"Sure dad." Turning to me, McDreamy smiles again and whispers, "You know, I normally take off my sweater when I'm feeling hot."

"Oh yeah… Huh…"

He winks at me, and follows his dad out the building.

"What!" Oh God, how embarrassing! Please Lord; let me not have said anything else out loud… Leaning against the cart, I watch McDreamy's butt as he walks away from me, aware that I am beet red and that I am grinning…

Finally turning away to grab my luggage, I think about McDreamy… Too bad, I didn't get his name, would've been nice to have a little fling on the side. Listen to me – Maria would be so proud... Oh well, Metropolis is a big city, probably won't run into him again, especially when I'm going to be living in Smallville.

Hefting my cases onto the cart, I turn around and see Aunt Nell, and who I assume is Lana waving at me. As I approach, I see that Lana sort of looks like me, with long brown hair and dark eyes. Aunt Nell looks nothing like mom, which is strange seeing as they are sisters. Aunt Nell is a brunette, like me and Lana, but unlike me, both are taller. Well, colour me surprised… is anyone shorter? Even McDreamy was tall…

"Hi." I am unsurprised to find myself pulled into a hug and being kissed on both cheeks. Our family is very demonstrative.

"Welcome Liz, I'm so glad you're here." Aunt Nell is beaming when she turns me to face the other brunette. "This is Lana, your cousin."

"Hi Liz, it's a pleasure to meet you." She waved as she said it, and I realised that she was actually quite beautiful.

"Hi Lana, likewise." Shifting to look at both, I say, "Thanks for having me. I know it's a long time, and I'll get a part-time job to pay my share." I don't want either of them to feel any extra burden by me staying with them for a whole year.

"Nonsense, Liz. We are all family, and I'm sure Lana is glad to have someone her age around, so that the both of you can team up against me."

"What are you talking about?" Lana says, trying, I think, her best to look innocent.

"Huh… I might have been born at night, but it definitely wasn't last night."

I looked at Lana to find her laughing, and join in. Okay, maybe this wouldn't be so bad. I already feel comfortable, which is a great start to the year.

A/N.
Okay, in this verse, Lana stays with Aunt Nell. They both own the Talon, and Dean Winters hasn't arrived. All are in their last year at school.
Lana and Chloe are 1 year older than Clark and Liz.