1 00:00:03,754 --> 00:00:07,317 J“ do you think that I can get some jiggyjiggy? Maybe gets a little finger sticky sticky j“ 2 00:00:07,341 --> 00:00:09,468 j“ you my electrical lip balm flavor j“ 3 00:00:09,552 --> 00:00:12,180 j“ I gotta do ya until the next song saves ya j“ 4 00:00:12,263 --> 00:00:14,724 j“ and can I get a little zip zip lookie lookie? J“ 5 00:00:14,807 --> 00:00:17,393 j“ can I get a little uh-uh nookie nookie? J“ 6 00:00:17,476 --> 00:00:19,854 j“ hey, what you say, it doesn't matter anyway j“ 7 00:00:19,937 --> 00:00:22,648 j“ you won't do another 'cause you're getting with me j“ 8 00:00:22,732 --> 00:00:28,321 j“ she got the power of the hootchie I got the fever for the flavor of the cootchie... j“ 9 00:00:28,404 --> 00:00:32,325 hey, Sasha, say something presidential. 10 00:00:32,575 --> 00:00:37,622 Whoa, Chloe, slow down. The election hasn't even started yet. 11 00:00:38,831 --> 00:00:41,167 What do you think Sasha's chances are? 12 00:00:41,334 --> 00:00:45,004 Well, she knows the most about student government, she's worked her way up, 13 00:00:45,171 --> 00:00:49,675 she's on a ton of committees, but she's more of a worker than a leader. 14 00:00:50,635 --> 00:00:52,094 How about Paul? 15 00:00:52,261 --> 00:00:54,222 He's certainly the most qualified 16 00:00:54,388 --> 00:00:57,808 but elections aren't about merit, they're about popularity. 17 00:00:58,517 --> 00:01:00,519 Which brings us to felice. 18 00:01:00,686 --> 00:01:02,980 Head cheerleader and president of the drama club. 19 00:01:03,147 --> 00:01:06,525 That definitely gives her an edge, not to mention that she's really hot. 20 00:01:06,692 --> 00:01:09,987 Yeah, but her name rhymes with the French word for luggage. 21 00:01:10,154 --> 00:01:14,408 Okay, glad to see you're not reaching for reasons to hate her. 22 00:01:18,496 --> 00:01:20,873 I saw you taking Sasha's picture. 23 00:01:21,040 --> 00:01:24,210 Why haven't you taken mine? That qualifies as biased. 24 00:01:24,377 --> 00:01:29,632 I plan on running photos and BIOS of all the candidates, including you, felice. 25 00:01:30,132 --> 00:01:32,885 Hey, Chloe, what about the editorial? 26 00:01:33,052 --> 00:01:35,638 You can only endorse one candidate, so who's it gonna be? 27 00:01:36,055 --> 00:01:39,684 Who cares? No matter what she says, people are gonna vote for me. 28 00:01:39,850 --> 00:01:44,230 Never underestimate the need for the clinically ambitious to pad their résumés. 29 00:01:46,649 --> 00:01:49,694 You want to avoid the pain and humiliation of losing? 30 00:01:49,902 --> 00:01:52,280 Drop out now. 31 00:02:47,001 --> 00:02:48,377 Ow! 32 00:03:47,061 --> 00:03:52,108 J“ somebody save me j“ 33 00:03:53,609 --> 00:03:57,488 j“ let your warm hands break right through it j“ 34 00:03:57,571 --> 00:04:02,201 j“ somebody save me j“ 35 00:04:03,953 --> 00:04:07,748 j“ I don't care how you do it j“ 36 00:04:07,832 --> 00:04:12,378 -j“ just stay, stay j“ -j“ stay with me j“ 37 00:04:12,461 --> 00:04:18,050 j“ come on, I've been waiting for you j“ 38 00:04:18,134 --> 00:04:22,012 j“ to stay with me j“ 39 00:04:23,681 --> 00:04:28,144 j“ I made this whole world shine for you j“ 40 00:04:28,227 --> 00:04:32,440 j“ stay, stay j“ 41 00:04:32,523 --> 00:04:35,609 j“ come on j“ 42 00:04:41,657 --> 00:04:44,034 That's gotta be my all-time worst nightmare. 43 00:04:44,201 --> 00:04:47,788 I get stung by one bee, I swell up like a grapefruit, but over a hundred... 44 00:04:47,955 --> 00:04:49,874 How'd they get into Paul's bathroom? 45 00:04:50,040 --> 00:04:54,628 The center for environmental protection is sending a team from Metropolis to investigate. 46 00:04:54,795 --> 00:04:56,964 Guess that's gonna shake up our class election. 47 00:04:57,131 --> 00:05:00,092 Not really. I mean, Paul's name is still on the ballot 48 00:05:00,176 --> 00:05:03,387 and he wouldn't take office until fall. He could recover by then. 49 00:05:03,554 --> 00:05:05,556 Out of sight, out of mind. 50 00:05:05,639 --> 00:05:07,892 My call, he gets a few sympathy votes. That's it. 51 00:05:08,017 --> 00:05:10,686 - Nice to see the softer side of Pete. - Seriously. 52 00:05:10,853 --> 00:05:14,982 Anyway, there's a new candidate on the horizon who will make things interesting. 53 00:05:15,149 --> 00:05:17,067 Oh, yeah, who's that? 54 00:05:21,614 --> 00:05:24,825 - What have you done? - I see a big future for you in politics. 55 00:05:24,992 --> 00:05:26,785 You're straightforward. People like you. 56 00:05:26,952 --> 00:05:30,206 - Uh-uh. No way. Definitely not. - You've got the whole package: 57 00:05:30,372 --> 00:05:32,917 Looks, brains, and that whole farm-boy charm. 58 00:05:34,084 --> 00:05:35,753 Did I mention the perks of power? 59 00:05:35,878 --> 00:05:39,173 - If it was so great, why didn't you run? - I know my strengths. 60 00:05:39,340 --> 00:05:42,009 I'm more the power behind the throne. 61 00:05:42,176 --> 00:05:45,304 The guy behind the guy. The one who makes it all happen. 62 00:05:45,471 --> 00:05:47,431 - Pete Ross, the kingmaker. - Exactly. 63 00:05:47,598 --> 00:05:51,393 All you gotta do is show up, shake a couple hands, give a speech. It's easy. 64 00:05:51,560 --> 00:05:54,605 And we wonder why our politicians aren't great leaders. 65 00:05:54,772 --> 00:05:58,526 Clark, Clark, Clark, Clark. 66 00:06:07,076 --> 00:06:11,372 J“ we're gonna get on down now we 're gonna get on down j“ 67 00:06:11,455 --> 00:06:15,125 -j“ pass me the laser beam j“ -j“ check it out j“ 68 00:06:15,209 --> 00:06:19,338 -j“ and let me wipe the wretched out clean j“ -j“ check it out j“ 69 00:06:19,421 --> 00:06:23,467 -j“ pass me the laser beam j“ -j“ check it out j“ 70 00:06:23,551 --> 00:06:26,887 -j“ and let me wipe the devil men clean j“ -j“ check it out j“ 71 00:06:31,725 --> 00:06:34,603 - You look like you could use help. - No, I'm fine. 72 00:06:34,770 --> 00:06:38,774 Hans, I need you out on route 90, two miles east of the mansion. 73 00:06:38,941 --> 00:06:41,902 - A red mustang with engine trouble. - What are you doing? 74 00:06:41,986 --> 00:06:43,821 Calling my mechanic. 75 00:06:43,988 --> 00:06:48,534 Not that I don't appreciate your attempt at modern chivalry, but I said I was fine. 76 00:06:48,701 --> 00:06:51,495 Dolce & Gabbana and a vocabulary? 77 00:06:51,662 --> 00:06:55,291 You've got Metropolis written all over you. What brings you to Smallville? 78 00:06:55,457 --> 00:06:57,626 You're the sheriff come to run me out of town? 79 00:06:57,793 --> 00:07:01,463 Did the attitude come with the couture, or was it an accessory? 80 00:07:01,630 --> 00:07:04,133 If you must know, I'm thinking about moving here. 81 00:07:04,300 --> 00:07:07,928 I'd ask you what it's like, but you don't look like a local. 82 00:07:08,095 --> 00:07:12,725 I've lived here since last fall. I couldn't wait to get out, but it's growing on me. 83 00:07:12,891 --> 00:07:16,520 Well, why the change? The Norman Rockwell ambiance seduce you? 84 00:07:16,687 --> 00:07:20,065 Appearance is deceptive. Nothing around here is what it seems. 85 00:07:20,232 --> 00:07:23,277 I'm intrigued. What do you mean? 86 00:07:23,444 --> 00:07:27,114 All these questions. This is beginning to sound like an interview. 87 00:07:33,912 --> 00:07:36,790 - Who do you work for? - I don't know what you're talking about. 88 00:07:36,957 --> 00:07:41,587 If I toss these into the woods, you really are gonna need a tow truck. 89 00:07:43,047 --> 00:07:46,925 Carrie castle. I'm a staff reporter for the Metropolis journal. 90 00:07:47,509 --> 00:07:49,511 I don't Grant interviews, Ms. Castle. 91 00:07:49,678 --> 00:07:53,390 I've spent most of my life taking back entrances to avoid people like you. 92 00:07:53,474 --> 00:07:56,477 Wait. Just listen. I want to write an article about you. 93 00:07:58,646 --> 00:08:01,774 That's your pitch? There are articles written about me all the time. 94 00:08:01,940 --> 00:08:05,736 But you're either dismissed as a wild child or the spoiled son of Lionel Luthor. 95 00:08:06,028 --> 00:08:09,740 You got some good press in the inquisitor but the journal is not a tabloid. 96 00:08:09,823 --> 00:08:13,243 It's well-respected. It could change your image. 97 00:08:13,410 --> 00:08:16,789 - What did you have in mind? - A cover profile on your work here. 98 00:08:16,955 --> 00:08:18,374 It will be fair and accurate 99 00:08:18,540 --> 00:08:21,919 and give you the legitimacy you need to get out of your father's shadow. 100 00:08:22,086 --> 00:08:24,296 Launching my career and conveniently your own. 101 00:08:25,714 --> 00:08:29,677 I admire the effort, Ms. Castle, but I have to decline. 102 00:08:32,221 --> 00:08:34,723 You get points for style, though. 103 00:08:47,486 --> 00:08:49,154 I can't believe Pete did this. 104 00:08:49,321 --> 00:08:53,117 Some are born to greatness, others are dragged into it, kicking and screaming. 105 00:08:53,200 --> 00:08:55,869 Clark? What's going on? Why are you running? 106 00:08:56,036 --> 00:08:58,330 You've never shown interest in student government. 107 00:08:58,497 --> 00:09:00,874 Don't worry, it's just a gag. Pete nominated me. 108 00:09:01,041 --> 00:09:03,252 - You'll take your name off the ballot? - Yeah. 109 00:09:03,335 --> 00:09:06,839 Well, good, because this election is way too important to turn into a joke. 110 00:09:07,005 --> 00:09:08,590 It's bad enough with felice. 111 00:09:08,674 --> 00:09:12,344 I hear she's throwing a pre-election bash with a band and catering. 112 00:09:13,887 --> 00:09:18,267 She is trying to buy this election like one of her Prada bags! 113 00:09:19,476 --> 00:09:22,146 Talk about tightly wound. 114 00:09:22,312 --> 00:09:25,399 Not that I'm planning to, but if I ran, you think I'd have a shot? 115 00:09:25,607 --> 00:09:28,986 Yeah, right after I'm elected head cheerleader. 116 00:09:34,491 --> 00:09:36,618 "Clark Kent for president"? 117 00:09:36,785 --> 00:09:39,121 Oh, don't worry, I'm pulling my name out tomorrow. 118 00:09:39,204 --> 00:09:42,624 - No. I think this is a terrific idea. - You do? 119 00:09:42,708 --> 00:09:46,754 You always say you don't get a chance to shine, because football is off-limits, 120 00:09:46,920 --> 00:09:49,798 - maybe this is your opportunity. - I assumed you'd say no. 121 00:09:49,965 --> 00:09:53,969 - Student government is a public thing. - It doesn't require you use your gifts 122 00:09:54,136 --> 00:09:57,264 and it's a school activity you can make your own. 123 00:09:57,639 --> 00:10:00,934 Hey, what's the matter, son? You don't look too happy about this. 124 00:10:01,101 --> 00:10:02,436 Hey... hey. 125 00:10:03,353 --> 00:10:06,315 I've always tried to stay out of the spotlight. 126 00:10:06,398 --> 00:10:08,400 Well, nobody's saying you have to run. 127 00:10:08,567 --> 00:10:12,321 You can quit if you want but, remember, quitting's a very hard habit to break. 128 00:10:14,990 --> 00:10:16,200 No pressure. 129 00:10:26,752 --> 00:10:28,837 Wow, the place is, urn... 130 00:10:29,004 --> 00:10:30,172 Empty? 131 00:10:30,339 --> 00:10:31,840 Deserted? 132 00:10:32,007 --> 00:10:33,592 Vacant? 133 00:10:33,759 --> 00:10:37,429 Well, I was searching for a euphemism to say that but, yeah. 134 00:10:37,596 --> 00:10:40,432 The beanery's tried to put us out of business since we opened. 135 00:10:40,599 --> 00:10:43,352 I have tried coupons, price cuts, even ads in the ledger, 136 00:10:43,519 --> 00:10:47,731 so far nothing's worked. At this rate, we'll have to close the doors in a month. 137 00:10:47,898 --> 00:10:51,360 Have you spoken to Lex? He's an investor, I'm sure he can help. 138 00:10:51,527 --> 00:10:53,862 He's been uncharacteristically silent. 139 00:10:54,029 --> 00:10:58,951 Besides, this is my battle to win or lose, and I am determined to win. 140 00:10:59,117 --> 00:11:03,038 Speaking of which, I hear you've got a battle of your own on your hands. 141 00:11:03,205 --> 00:11:06,375 Oh, yeah, the election. I'm not really running. 142 00:11:06,542 --> 00:11:10,087 That's too bad. I think you'd make a great class president. 143 00:11:11,880 --> 00:11:15,551 You're honest, people trust you. And you have this innate sense of justice. 144 00:11:15,717 --> 00:11:20,389 I see it on your face how upset you get when you think somebody's mistreated. 145 00:11:20,556 --> 00:11:23,225 - You see all that in me? - Yes, I do. 146 00:11:31,066 --> 00:11:33,360 Clark Kent for president. 147 00:11:33,527 --> 00:11:35,904 How'd you know I was running? 148 00:11:36,071 --> 00:11:38,407 I found this on my windshield in town. 149 00:11:38,574 --> 00:11:40,951 I have an overzealous campaign manager. 150 00:11:41,118 --> 00:11:43,579 I didn't realize you had political aspirations. 151 00:11:43,745 --> 00:11:46,331 I don't. I just figured I could make a difference. 152 00:11:46,498 --> 00:11:50,544 Did you swing by for a campaign contribution? 153 00:11:51,128 --> 00:11:54,172 Actually, I was wondering if you knew about the Talon. 154 00:11:54,339 --> 00:11:56,967 You mean the fact it's been empty the last two weeks? 155 00:11:57,092 --> 00:11:59,636 Do you plan on helping Lana out? She's tried everything. 156 00:11:59,803 --> 00:12:02,890 She's doing an admirable job. 157 00:12:04,099 --> 00:12:05,851 - If the Talon goes under... - Clark 158 00:12:06,101 --> 00:12:08,312 I won't subsidize a money-losing operation. 159 00:12:08,478 --> 00:12:10,230 The Talon has to find its own feet. 160 00:12:10,397 --> 00:12:13,817 Well, you could at least stop by and show some solidarity. 161 00:12:13,984 --> 00:12:17,195 See? You're already working for your constituents. 162 00:12:18,113 --> 00:12:20,908 You want some advice? 163 00:12:21,074 --> 00:12:23,785 I think you need a better slogan. 164 00:12:24,661 --> 00:12:26,914 Everybody's used this one, including me. 165 00:12:27,956 --> 00:12:30,876 - You ran for student office. - Once. 166 00:12:31,043 --> 00:12:34,087 - But my aspirations weren't very noble. - Did you win? 167 00:12:34,463 --> 00:12:36,798 Of course. 168 00:12:36,965 --> 00:12:38,884 Do you have any tips? 169 00:12:39,051 --> 00:12:43,221 You don't need my methods. You'll win on your own terms. 170 00:12:43,388 --> 00:12:46,200 - Competition's pretty stiff. - There's nothing wrong with a good fight. 171 00:12:46,224 --> 00:12:51,146 Just remember, the man of tomorrow is forged by his battles today. 172 00:12:52,439 --> 00:12:55,859 Could I use that? I mean, "the man of tomorrow," for my slogan? 173 00:12:57,569 --> 00:13:00,364 Knock yourself out. 174 00:13:02,532 --> 00:13:05,160 J“ hey, don't write yourself off yet j“ 175 00:13:05,243 --> 00:13:10,207 j“ it's only in your head, you feel left out or looked down on j“ 176 00:13:11,291 --> 00:13:14,086 j“ just try your best... j“ 177 00:13:14,169 --> 00:13:17,339 "Clark Kent, man of tomorrow." Kind of presumptuous, don't you think? 178 00:13:17,506 --> 00:13:19,883 - I like it. - I thought you were bagging the election. 179 00:13:20,050 --> 00:13:22,219 I had a change of heart. 180 00:13:22,386 --> 00:13:24,513 "Man of tomorrow." Very catchy. 181 00:13:24,680 --> 00:13:27,015 Thank you. And thank you for the encouragement. 182 00:13:27,182 --> 00:13:28,350 You've got my vote. 183 00:13:28,517 --> 00:13:31,687 I could have my election rally at the Talon, help bring people by. 184 00:13:31,853 --> 00:13:35,023 That sounds great. You know where to find me. 185 00:13:35,190 --> 00:13:36,358 - Bye. - Bye. 186 00:13:37,192 --> 00:13:39,987 You're running because of Lana. Why am I not surprised? 187 00:13:40,153 --> 00:13:42,489 I'm running because I think I can do a good job. 188 00:13:42,656 --> 00:13:46,326 - All right, Clark, whatever. - Pete has faith in me and so does Lana. 189 00:13:46,493 --> 00:13:48,912 - Interesting that you don't. - What do you stand for? 190 00:13:49,037 --> 00:13:52,124 I stand for truth, justice, and other stuff. 191 00:13:52,499 --> 00:13:56,003 You wanna be a little more specific, tell me where you stand on the issues? 192 00:13:56,169 --> 00:13:59,673 - What issues do you wanna talk about? - The plan to cut the arts budget, 193 00:13:59,756 --> 00:14:02,884 the appalling nutritional value of cafeteria meals, dress code debate, 194 00:14:03,051 --> 00:14:06,304 not to mention the student privacy issues with the locker searches. 195 00:14:06,471 --> 00:14:08,473 Whoa, slow down. I just decided to run last night. 196 00:14:08,640 --> 00:14:12,894 Okay, well, I think the man of tomorrow needs to get a platform for today. 197 00:14:12,978 --> 00:14:17,315 J“ it just takes some time little girl, you're in the middle of the ride... j“ 198 00:14:17,399 --> 00:14:20,235 okay, there's a girls' volleyball game this afternoon. 199 00:14:20,402 --> 00:14:22,946 You can make an appearance, court the jock vote. 200 00:14:23,113 --> 00:14:24,990 Keep Friday clear, there's a band concert. 201 00:14:25,073 --> 00:14:27,993 They suck, but you've got to be seen as a friend of the arts. 202 00:14:28,076 --> 00:14:29,161 What about my platform? 203 00:14:29,327 --> 00:14:31,705 Who cares? If people like you, they'll vote for you. 204 00:14:31,872 --> 00:14:35,083 - What am I gonna say in my speech? - I don't know. I don't do speeches. 205 00:14:35,250 --> 00:14:38,670 See you at lunch. We can canvass the cafeteria. 206 00:15:14,289 --> 00:15:16,500 Who do they think they are? 207 00:15:27,135 --> 00:15:29,471 Stop! 208 00:15:31,640 --> 00:15:34,101 Not now. I have work to do. 209 00:16:06,925 --> 00:16:09,344 Any chance you could help us hang some posters? 210 00:16:09,511 --> 00:16:12,556 Pete's convinced if he puts my name on enough wall space, I'll win. 211 00:16:12,722 --> 00:16:15,559 Besides being an impartial member of the fourth estate, 212 00:16:15,725 --> 00:16:16,935 I'm doing my bee story. 213 00:16:17,102 --> 00:16:18,770 Cep find anything new? 214 00:16:18,854 --> 00:16:21,523 The swarms didn't migrate from any of their usual places. 215 00:16:21,690 --> 00:16:24,276 Beekeepers all over the state found their hives empty. 216 00:16:24,442 --> 00:16:26,695 It's like the colonies just up and left. 217 00:16:26,862 --> 00:16:30,699 That's weird. Bees are followers. They wouldn't desert a hive without reason. 218 00:16:32,325 --> 00:16:35,245 My mom's addicted to discovery channel. 219 00:16:35,412 --> 00:16:38,331 - So how goes the platform? - I haven't started working on it yet. 220 00:16:38,498 --> 00:16:41,918 I've been busy meeting people. I even got invited to parties this weekend. 221 00:16:42,085 --> 00:16:45,964 I can't believe it took one day for you to be compromised by the lure of popularity. 222 00:16:46,256 --> 00:16:49,551 Remind me to pull your funding after I'm elected. 223 00:16:49,718 --> 00:16:52,220 Speaking of which, where's the latest edition? 224 00:16:52,554 --> 00:16:54,806 No, no, no! I'm not done proofing it yet. 225 00:16:54,973 --> 00:16:57,392 You shouldn't be looking at it yet. It's not done! 226 00:16:57,559 --> 00:17:00,687 Come on, I've been correcting your comma issues since your first laptop. 227 00:17:04,232 --> 00:17:06,902 - You endorsed Paul? - Clark, I had to be objective. 228 00:17:07,068 --> 00:17:10,030 Paul's still in the race, and he'll be back by fall. 229 00:17:10,197 --> 00:17:12,490 It's great that you're all gung-ho and slogany, 230 00:17:12,657 --> 00:17:15,619 but the truth is, you ran because Pete suckered you into it. 231 00:17:15,785 --> 00:17:19,039 Paul has a clear stance on issues you have yet to articulate. 232 00:17:19,206 --> 00:17:22,209 - It's nothing personal. - I understand, Chloe. 233 00:17:34,888 --> 00:17:37,807 Hey, guys. Taking a break from the campaign trail? 234 00:17:38,266 --> 00:17:40,685 It's amazing how many people at school I don't know. 235 00:17:40,852 --> 00:17:43,772 This is a pit stop to take advantage of your two-for-one deal. 236 00:17:43,939 --> 00:17:46,942 Figure that's the last step before I institute topless waitressing. 237 00:17:47,108 --> 00:17:49,778 Well, here's to hoping it fails miserably. 238 00:17:52,072 --> 00:17:55,617 - It looks like you have customers. - Only because Whitney forced them. 239 00:17:55,784 --> 00:17:58,245 Yeah, I passed by the beanery. They're kind of busy. 240 00:17:58,411 --> 00:18:03,124 The owner stopped by. Said he's made it his mission to run me into the ground. 241 00:18:03,291 --> 00:18:07,295 Then he had the nerve to tell me that it wasn't personal, just business. 242 00:18:07,462 --> 00:18:09,673 Why does everyone over 40 quote the godfather? 243 00:18:09,839 --> 00:18:13,343 I don't know, but it's really annoying. 244 00:18:13,718 --> 00:18:17,347 - So how's political life treating you? - It's definitely a challenge. 245 00:18:17,514 --> 00:18:21,309 - It shows you who your real friends are. - How's your speech going? 246 00:18:21,476 --> 00:18:24,938 - I haven't started writing it yet. - Maybe I could help you with that. 247 00:18:25,105 --> 00:18:27,315 - Come by tomorrow. We can work on it. - Really? 248 00:18:27,857 --> 00:18:30,485 That would be great. You sure you have enough time? 249 00:18:30,819 --> 00:18:32,153 Look around. 250 00:18:32,320 --> 00:18:37,075 Unless Whitney can coerce the baseball team, I think I can squeeze you in. 251 00:18:37,242 --> 00:18:39,869 Glad to see business is booming. 252 00:18:40,036 --> 00:18:42,956 It's hard when even your regular customers blow you off. 253 00:18:43,123 --> 00:18:46,167 I haven't been blowing you off. I've had my eye on the situation. 254 00:18:46,334 --> 00:18:49,838 - Waiting for me to fail. - Most new ventures don't make it. 255 00:18:50,005 --> 00:18:51,965 Prepare yourself for that possibility. 256 00:18:52,132 --> 00:18:54,212 - I thought you didn't like to lose. - I don't. 257 00:18:54,342 --> 00:18:55,844 But it's not my fight. 258 00:18:56,011 --> 00:18:59,472 - You have to know when to cut losses. - So, what do you suggest I do? 259 00:18:59,639 --> 00:19:03,101 The beanery declared war. If you wanna hold on to this place, get creative. 260 00:19:03,268 --> 00:19:05,854 Be willing to get your hands dirty. 261 00:19:06,438 --> 00:19:08,857 Don't worry, I'm not suggesting anything illegal. 262 00:19:09,024 --> 00:19:11,818 To quote the godfather, "it's time to go to the mattresses." 263 00:19:13,236 --> 00:19:17,115 That movie should be banned from basic cable. 264 00:19:22,329 --> 00:19:24,456 Don't ask. 265 00:19:28,209 --> 00:19:30,545 All right. Bye. 266 00:19:30,712 --> 00:19:33,131 Felice, can I talk to you a minute? 267 00:19:33,298 --> 00:19:35,717 You've got 55 seconds left. Go. 268 00:19:35,884 --> 00:19:37,677 I've made a decision. 269 00:19:37,844 --> 00:19:39,846 You're planning on dropping out. 270 00:19:40,013 --> 00:19:43,391 No, I've decided you need to drop out. 271 00:19:44,434 --> 00:19:47,228 Trust me, that's not gonna happen. 272 00:19:47,395 --> 00:19:50,065 In case you haven't heard, I'm the front-runner. 273 00:19:50,231 --> 00:19:53,777 Because these drones wouldn't know a qualified candidate if they saw one. 274 00:19:53,943 --> 00:19:55,737 That's the problem with this place. 275 00:19:56,029 --> 00:19:58,448 It's like a hive with two queens. 276 00:19:58,740 --> 00:20:03,286 Well, if you knew anything about nature, you'd realize one always goes down. 277 00:20:03,453 --> 00:20:05,622 You know what? You're a freak. 278 00:20:08,083 --> 00:20:09,584 Okay, have it your way. 279 00:20:09,751 --> 00:20:13,254 Butjust remember, I did ask nicely. 280 00:20:17,467 --> 00:20:21,179 - Gabby, you're the best part of my day. - Thank you, Mr. Luthor. 281 00:20:24,891 --> 00:20:27,185 - You're not Gabby. - She couldn't make it. 282 00:20:27,352 --> 00:20:30,021 Now would be a good time for you to leave, Ms. Castle. 283 00:20:30,188 --> 00:20:32,232 Do people always do what you say? 284 00:20:32,399 --> 00:20:33,775 Is that unusual? 285 00:20:33,942 --> 00:20:37,153 I thought you said you appreciated persistence. 286 00:20:37,320 --> 00:20:40,782 Besides, aren't I doing a good job? 287 00:20:41,408 --> 00:20:44,285 Lucky for you. 288 00:20:45,120 --> 00:20:47,747 It took a while to figure out what would tempt you, 289 00:20:47,914 --> 00:20:50,458 and then it hit me. 290 00:20:52,168 --> 00:20:55,004 It's not your picture on the cover so much as the words, 291 00:20:55,171 --> 00:20:58,341 "son outshines father" in the caption. 292 00:20:58,508 --> 00:21:00,218 How am I doing? 293 00:21:00,385 --> 00:21:02,595 A little lower. 294 00:21:02,762 --> 00:21:04,222 Let me guess. 295 00:21:04,389 --> 00:21:07,475 Your editor promised you your own column if you land me. 296 00:21:07,642 --> 00:21:11,354 - You'd imagine how appreciative I'd be. - I think I can. 297 00:21:11,438 --> 00:21:14,649 Tell me, Lex, would you say my chances are above-average 298 00:21:14,816 --> 00:21:16,860 or below? 299 00:21:17,026 --> 00:21:20,989 Like I said, I always appreciate persistence. 300 00:21:21,156 --> 00:21:23,199 You won't regret this. 301 00:21:23,366 --> 00:21:25,994 Not yet, Ms. Castle. 302 00:21:26,161 --> 00:21:27,704 I paid for an hour. 303 00:21:27,787 --> 00:21:34,711 J“ sinking, falling don't let it send you down j“ 304 00:21:38,840 --> 00:21:41,342 J“ come on, come on, come on, come on, yeah j“ 305 00:21:41,426 --> 00:21:44,345 j“ stick 'em up I stick 'em up, yo, stick 'em up... j“ 306 00:21:49,350 --> 00:21:51,144 J“ come oh, yeah j“ 307 00:21:59,486 --> 00:22:02,655 J“ I stick 'em up, yo, stick 'em up yo, stick 'em up... j“ 308 00:22:02,739 --> 00:22:04,657 felice Chandler, what's the problem? 309 00:22:04,741 --> 00:22:09,078 J“ yo, stick 'em up get 'em up! J“ 310 00:22:20,924 --> 00:22:22,467 Vote for Clark. 311 00:22:22,634 --> 00:22:25,094 Vote for Clark. 312 00:22:26,846 --> 00:22:30,767 I thought meeting people would be the worst part, but it's actually kind of fun. 313 00:22:30,934 --> 00:22:35,104 I'm glad you feel that way because according to my latest lunchtime poll, 314 00:22:35,188 --> 00:22:37,148 you've got a shot. 315 00:22:37,941 --> 00:22:38,983 Hey. 316 00:22:40,318 --> 00:22:42,070 Hey. 317 00:22:45,281 --> 00:22:46,324 How's it going? 318 00:22:46,491 --> 00:22:49,661 Just answer "no comment." That way she can't misquote you. 319 00:22:51,913 --> 00:22:54,832 - You hear about felice? - Yeah, I was just at the medical center. 320 00:22:54,999 --> 00:22:59,045 She was stung way worse than Paul. She's in a coma. 321 00:22:59,712 --> 00:23:02,131 Two candidates attacked in a week. 322 00:23:02,298 --> 00:23:05,885 - It's a pretty freaky coincidence. - I think we've moved past coincidence. 323 00:23:06,177 --> 00:23:07,554 What do you think's going on? 324 00:23:07,720 --> 00:23:11,432 Remember last year, Sasha's accident, when she was stung by a hive of bees? 325 00:23:11,933 --> 00:23:14,394 You think because of that, she's controlling them? 326 00:23:18,856 --> 00:23:19,899 It's a theory. 327 00:23:20,066 --> 00:23:23,444 Yeah, by several leaps and bounds, but I'll look into it. 328 00:23:23,611 --> 00:23:27,073 In the meantime, watch your back. 329 00:23:37,333 --> 00:23:38,793 I just heard about felice. 330 00:23:39,460 --> 00:23:40,837 Weird, huh? 331 00:23:41,004 --> 00:23:43,089 Sometimes things just happen for a reason. 332 00:23:43,256 --> 00:23:45,550 She didn't care about this election as much as me. 333 00:23:45,717 --> 00:23:48,595 She wasn't my favorite person, but no one deserves that. 334 00:23:49,637 --> 00:23:52,432 Well, the good news is, you don't have to run anymore. 335 00:23:52,599 --> 00:23:55,810 With felice gone, the best thing you can do is let me run things. 336 00:23:55,893 --> 00:23:59,063 What about democracy? People should have freedom of choice. 337 00:23:59,230 --> 00:24:01,608 Look, Clark, I really need this. 338 00:24:01,774 --> 00:24:05,653 My parents need me to win. They think if I lose, I won't get into a good college. 339 00:24:05,737 --> 00:24:08,031 You have other activities. This is my thing. 340 00:24:08,197 --> 00:24:10,700 - Why don't you just drop out. - I'm sorry. 341 00:24:10,867 --> 00:24:14,078 I have my own reasons to see this through. 342 00:24:14,245 --> 00:24:16,664 You're making a mistake. 343 00:24:17,040 --> 00:24:19,626 That sounded like a threat. 344 00:24:21,336 --> 00:24:25,131 You wouldn't know how the bees wound up attacking Paul and felice, would you? 345 00:24:25,214 --> 00:24:27,091 Are you accusing me of something, Clark? 346 00:24:27,258 --> 00:24:32,388 I find it interesting that a swarm of bees would attack candidates in this election. 347 00:24:32,555 --> 00:24:35,600 My thoughts are somebody's behind it. 348 00:24:49,072 --> 00:24:50,782 Hm. Good start. 349 00:24:50,948 --> 00:24:54,827 The trash has three drafts in it. Nothing I can come up with sounds presidential. 350 00:24:54,994 --> 00:24:57,664 You don't have to sound presidential. Say what you believe. 351 00:24:57,830 --> 00:25:02,085 - Once you answer that, the rest is easy. - I've still got a lot of work to do, then. 352 00:25:02,251 --> 00:25:04,170 Not as much as I have here. 353 00:25:05,421 --> 00:25:06,798 You're having a tough time 354 00:25:06,964 --> 00:25:09,300 but it's amazing what you've done with the place. 355 00:25:09,467 --> 00:25:11,594 This was just going to be the start. 356 00:25:11,761 --> 00:25:14,180 My dream was to restore the old theater completely. 357 00:25:14,347 --> 00:25:16,933 The projector, the screen. Show old movies. 358 00:25:17,100 --> 00:25:19,477 Just not the godfather. 359 00:25:20,728 --> 00:25:24,315 Come on, get back to the speech. You have to decide what you believe in. 360 00:25:25,316 --> 00:25:28,486 I believe in my friends and their dreams. 361 00:25:28,778 --> 00:25:31,364 What if their dreams come crashing down around them? 362 00:25:31,531 --> 00:25:35,410 Nothing's crashing down around you, Lana, not while I'm here. 363 00:25:35,660 --> 00:25:37,203 Thanks, Clark. 364 00:25:40,415 --> 00:25:42,959 Did you hear that? 365 00:25:44,043 --> 00:25:47,046 Yeah, it was coming from over there. 366 00:25:50,883 --> 00:25:52,135 What is it? 367 00:26:01,352 --> 00:26:03,396 Come on! Get in! 368 00:26:05,440 --> 00:26:07,024 - What about you? - Get down! 369 00:27:05,708 --> 00:27:07,960 I still can't believe you didn't get stung. 370 00:27:08,127 --> 00:27:10,087 Guess I have tough skin. 371 00:27:10,171 --> 00:27:12,840 The insurance forms are gonna hurt worse than the stinger. 372 00:27:13,007 --> 00:27:15,134 But I'm fine, thanks to you. 373 00:27:18,095 --> 00:27:21,724 - I had a really nice time tonight. - Yeah, we should do this more often. 374 00:27:23,226 --> 00:27:27,063 - You sure you're okay? - Sorry we didn't do more of the speech. 375 00:27:27,230 --> 00:27:30,107 That's the least of my worries. Right now, I need to find Sasha. 376 00:27:30,274 --> 00:27:32,109 - Do you think she did this? - Yes. 377 00:27:32,276 --> 00:27:34,570 I just don't know how she's controlling the bees. 378 00:27:34,737 --> 00:27:37,365 - You need to call Chloe. - We're still not really talking. 379 00:27:37,532 --> 00:27:39,742 Can you believe she didn't endorse me? 380 00:27:39,826 --> 00:27:43,371 Well, if I were in her position, I probably would have done the same thing. 381 00:27:43,496 --> 00:27:47,500 She's just being objective. She endorsed who she thought was most qualified. 382 00:27:47,667 --> 00:27:51,504 - Yeah, but still... - Clark, you said you believed in your friends. 383 00:27:51,671 --> 00:27:54,715 She only did what she thought was right. 384 00:28:22,869 --> 00:28:24,620 - Chloe. - Lana told me about the Talon. 385 00:28:24,704 --> 00:28:26,080 Thanks for the call. 386 00:28:26,247 --> 00:28:28,583 - Sorry. - It's all right, I'm not mad. 387 00:28:29,667 --> 00:28:30,960 Chloe, uh... 388 00:28:32,920 --> 00:28:36,424 I don't hold it against you. The endorsement, I mean. 389 00:28:36,591 --> 00:28:38,467 Thanks. I could've warned you, though. 390 00:28:39,927 --> 00:28:42,305 I just don't like being in a fight with you. 391 00:28:42,471 --> 00:28:45,641 Yeah, it wasn't my favorite part either. 392 00:28:47,184 --> 00:28:51,147 Everything has changed in my life in the last year, with my parents, 393 00:28:51,314 --> 00:28:53,566 with Lana. 394 00:28:54,817 --> 00:28:58,279 The only thing constant has been you. I'm glad for that, Chloe. 395 00:29:01,365 --> 00:29:02,909 Me too. 396 00:29:09,290 --> 00:29:11,375 This feels like honey. 397 00:29:11,542 --> 00:29:14,378 Yeah, that's what you usually find in a hive. 398 00:29:16,505 --> 00:29:18,341 Don't tell me Sasha did all this. 399 00:29:18,507 --> 00:29:20,718 No, her worker bees did. 400 00:29:20,885 --> 00:29:22,178 How is she controlling them? 401 00:29:22,261 --> 00:29:27,433 I think she's emitting something called the queen mandibular pheromone. 402 00:29:27,600 --> 00:29:30,019 She pick that up when she fell in the hive? 403 00:29:30,186 --> 00:29:32,396 She was stung over a thousand times. 404 00:29:32,563 --> 00:29:36,859 They were African bees. Doctors didn't hold out hope, because she was allergic. 405 00:29:37,026 --> 00:29:39,278 How do they account for the miracle recovery? 406 00:29:39,445 --> 00:29:41,197 They don't. And neither could I, 407 00:29:41,364 --> 00:29:44,158 until I found out the accident happened in shuster's gorge. 408 00:29:44,325 --> 00:29:47,703 - That's the deepest crater in town. - Yeah. You do the meteorite math. 409 00:29:47,870 --> 00:29:50,039 The bees did something to make her their queen. 410 00:29:50,206 --> 00:29:52,375 All the bees in the state take a cue from her. 411 00:29:52,541 --> 00:29:54,794 They're helping her make Smallville high her hive. 412 00:29:54,877 --> 00:29:58,339 If she doesn't like the way the vote goes, it won't be a pretty sight. 413 00:29:58,506 --> 00:30:00,883 Neither will she. Bees are only loyal to a point. 414 00:30:01,050 --> 00:30:04,053 Once she loses control, her scent will change, and the bees will know. 415 00:30:04,136 --> 00:30:05,136 They won't be happy. 416 00:30:13,187 --> 00:30:16,273 Thought you wanted to meet somewhere private. 417 00:30:16,440 --> 00:30:19,860 Lately this has been passing for that. 418 00:30:21,404 --> 00:30:24,782 Thanks for agreeing to see me. I just want to get a few more quotes. 419 00:30:24,949 --> 00:30:27,368 How's the article going? 420 00:30:27,535 --> 00:30:29,662 People are gonna see you in a whole new light. 421 00:30:29,829 --> 00:30:31,706 Yes, I bet they will. 422 00:30:31,872 --> 00:30:35,167 - I had a chance to read the rough draft. - Where'd you get that? 423 00:30:35,334 --> 00:30:39,213 I have my sources. It's hardly the flattering exposé you promised. 424 00:30:39,380 --> 00:30:42,591 - It's fair and accurate. - You twisted everything I said. 425 00:30:42,758 --> 00:30:45,761 My journalism professor says, "if you wanna bring down Goliath, 426 00:30:45,928 --> 00:30:48,848 you better know his achilles heel." Yours is your ego. 427 00:30:50,266 --> 00:30:53,519 I see they like to mix metaphors at east Tennessee community college. 428 00:30:53,728 --> 00:30:56,897 Am I supposed to be scared because you ran a background check on me? 429 00:30:57,064 --> 00:31:00,026 - I have nothing to hide. - How much did my father pay you? 430 00:31:00,234 --> 00:31:03,279 - You really are paranoid. - Why else would you sandbag me? 431 00:31:03,446 --> 00:31:06,615 I plan on making a name for myself as a hard-hitting journalist 432 00:31:06,782 --> 00:31:08,784 and you're a very visible target. 433 00:31:12,038 --> 00:31:14,331 What's it gonna take to make this article go away? 434 00:31:14,498 --> 00:31:18,419 Unlike your whore at the inquisitor, I'm not for sale. 435 00:31:20,671 --> 00:31:21,756 Good bye, Lex. 436 00:31:25,301 --> 00:31:27,678 Thanks for being my first. 437 00:31:51,035 --> 00:31:53,329 You, um, wanted to see me? 438 00:31:53,496 --> 00:31:55,831 I've decided to drop out of the election. 439 00:31:55,998 --> 00:31:58,959 I thought you should be the first to know. 440 00:31:59,168 --> 00:32:02,963 Good. I'm glad you finally made the right decision. 441 00:32:03,130 --> 00:32:06,967 The fact that people even considered voting for any of you guys just proves 442 00:32:07,134 --> 00:32:10,471 that this school needs a strong leader. Now they'll have one. 443 00:32:10,638 --> 00:32:12,765 You'll do anything to make sure that happens, 444 00:32:12,932 --> 00:32:16,310 including putting your opponents in the hospital. 445 00:32:18,479 --> 00:32:21,440 I see what this is. You haven't dropped out at all. 446 00:32:23,484 --> 00:32:25,820 - I know you're behind the attacks. - 80? 447 00:32:25,986 --> 00:32:28,948 What are you going to do? Even if the police believe you, 448 00:32:29,115 --> 00:32:31,492 they can't stop me. No one can. 449 00:32:33,828 --> 00:32:34,954 Try me. 450 00:32:36,038 --> 00:32:39,208 That's what you want, isn't it? That's why you lured me here. 451 00:32:42,169 --> 00:32:44,588 What were you gonna do, Clark? 452 00:32:54,181 --> 00:32:56,308 What are you doing? 453 00:32:56,559 --> 00:32:59,478 Teaching you that politics is all about sacrifice. 454 00:33:01,856 --> 00:33:03,482 Where are you sending them? 455 00:33:03,566 --> 00:33:07,236 You may be thick-skinned, but what about your mother? 456 00:34:11,800 --> 00:34:14,386 - Mom, you okay? - Yeah, thanks. 457 00:34:14,553 --> 00:34:18,140 I've never seen bees attack like that. 458 00:34:18,641 --> 00:34:21,310 Where do you think they went? 459 00:34:32,238 --> 00:34:35,032 How'd you get here? What about your mom? 460 00:34:35,199 --> 00:34:37,576 My mom's fine. 461 00:34:37,743 --> 00:34:38,786 It's over, Sasha. 462 00:34:38,953 --> 00:34:41,330 No, it's not. I still have a speech to make. 463 00:34:41,497 --> 00:34:44,833 If you try and stop me, I'll be in front of an auditorium full of people. 464 00:34:45,000 --> 00:34:47,628 - And you know what I can do to them. - You have to stop. 465 00:34:47,795 --> 00:34:51,131 - No election is worth hurting people. - I have to win, Clark. 466 00:34:51,298 --> 00:34:54,927 My parents said there are two kinds of people: Leaders and followers. 467 00:34:55,094 --> 00:34:57,388 And they expect for me to be a leader. And that... 468 00:35:02,309 --> 00:35:05,229 - You have to stop the bees. - I didn't tell them to come back. 469 00:35:07,690 --> 00:35:09,400 Ow! What's happening? 470 00:35:09,984 --> 00:35:12,486 You have to help me! I'm allergic to bees! 471 00:35:12,945 --> 00:35:14,405 Don't let them kill me! 472 00:36:15,424 --> 00:36:18,260 Let's get you to a hospital. 473 00:36:26,352 --> 00:36:30,397 I can't believe felice and Sasha both dropped out and you still lost. 474 00:36:30,564 --> 00:36:32,816 - Where did I go wrong? - You ran a good campaign. 475 00:36:32,983 --> 00:36:38,906 We had fun, met some new people and have enough t-shirts to last a lifetime. 476 00:36:39,156 --> 00:36:41,742 - Please tell me that's not for the torch. - It's for Paul. 477 00:36:41,909 --> 00:36:47,081 Since he couldn't attend his own victory party, he asked me to take pictures. 478 00:36:47,247 --> 00:36:51,085 Chloe, you were right to endorse him. He was the more qualified candidate 479 00:36:51,251 --> 00:36:54,046 and I got caught up in the whole popularity rush. 480 00:36:54,213 --> 00:36:56,131 Don't gloat just because your guy won. 481 00:36:56,298 --> 00:36:58,884 Well, my candidate may have won, but my friend lost. 482 00:36:59,051 --> 00:37:01,720 - I'm really proud of you tonight, Clark. - —why? 483 00:37:01,887 --> 00:37:04,431 Because you're exhibiting dignity in the face of defeat. 484 00:37:04,598 --> 00:37:07,851 It's the quality that all great leaders possess. 485 00:37:13,065 --> 00:37:16,610 - Nice crowd. - We'll be having more nights like this. 486 00:37:16,777 --> 00:37:18,362 How can you be so sure? 487 00:37:18,529 --> 00:37:21,865 Let's just say I went to the mattresses. 488 00:37:22,366 --> 00:37:25,285 Check out page three of the ledger tomorrow. 489 00:37:25,452 --> 00:37:26,995 Can you give me a preview? 490 00:37:28,163 --> 00:37:32,584 Apparently, a rival coffeehouse has had several health-department violations 491 00:37:32,751 --> 00:37:35,504 - they've been trying to cover up. - How'd you hear that? 492 00:37:35,796 --> 00:37:39,299 A vendor told me. So Chloe had a reporter friend look into it. 493 00:37:39,466 --> 00:37:42,469 And sure enough, it's true. 494 00:37:43,470 --> 00:37:46,223 Very creative. I'm impressed. 495 00:37:53,647 --> 00:37:56,817 Hey, sorry about the election. 496 00:37:56,984 --> 00:38:00,404 My father says you learn more about yourself when you lose. 497 00:38:00,571 --> 00:38:04,450 - What did you learn? - I'm not destined to be a politician. 498 00:38:04,908 --> 00:38:07,077 You need two different personalities. 499 00:38:07,244 --> 00:38:10,831 You don't need to be an elected official to change the world, Clark. 500 00:38:10,998 --> 00:38:14,751 - Ever thought about getting into politics? - Someday I'd like to be president. 501 00:38:15,544 --> 00:38:18,255 In that case, you can have your slogan back. 502 00:38:18,422 --> 00:38:20,674 It's okay, you can keep it. 503 00:38:28,182 --> 00:38:30,350 Ms. Castle, 504 00:38:30,517 --> 00:38:32,436 thank you for coming. 505 00:38:32,603 --> 00:38:36,523 I should probably know better, but I had to hear this. 506 00:38:36,690 --> 00:38:41,778 You won't mind if I record our conversation, for both of our protection? 507 00:38:41,945 --> 00:38:43,280 Feel free. 508 00:38:43,447 --> 00:38:46,742 I only asked you here to congratulate you. 509 00:38:48,327 --> 00:38:50,078 The truth is, I'm impressed. 510 00:38:50,245 --> 00:38:53,832 Few people have caught me with my guard down. 511 00:38:54,416 --> 00:38:57,753 Let me guess. This is where you try and blackmail me to change my story? 512 00:38:57,920 --> 00:39:01,215 I wouldn't dream of blackmailing you or making you change a word. 513 00:39:01,632 --> 00:39:05,302 My father says it's when they stop talking about you that you should worry. 514 00:39:05,469 --> 00:39:08,055 - Then I guess we're settled. - On the other hand, 515 00:39:08,222 --> 00:39:12,226 it turns out there's an opening for managing editor at the journal. 516 00:39:14,895 --> 00:39:16,480 I work there. 517 00:39:16,647 --> 00:39:21,109 - If there was an opening, I would know. - We don't know the same people. 518 00:39:21,276 --> 00:39:25,322 You could run your fair and balanced article word-for—word if you'd like. 519 00:39:25,405 --> 00:39:28,784 Or you could show up to work tomorrow and walk into a corner office. 520 00:39:28,909 --> 00:39:31,703 - The choice is yours. - What's the catch? 521 00:39:31,870 --> 00:39:34,581 No catch. Well, maybe one. 522 00:39:34,748 --> 00:39:39,086 If someone ever tries to blackmail you, now you'll have something to hide. 523 00:39:40,587 --> 00:39:43,757 I don't know if you're better or worse than your father. 524 00:39:43,924 --> 00:39:46,385 What will you say when he sees you killed the article? 525 00:39:46,552 --> 00:39:49,555 - Who says he's behind it? - Please, Ms. Castle, 526 00:39:49,638 --> 00:39:52,516 I've never insulted your intelligence, don't insult mine. 527 00:39:55,143 --> 00:39:57,771 I'll tell him I got an offer I couldn't refuse. 528 00:40:19,876 --> 00:40:21,962 Packing up campaign headquarters? 529 00:40:22,129 --> 00:40:24,006 Yeah, it's back to just being a barn. 530 00:40:24,172 --> 00:40:26,758 Sorry we couldn't talk more at the Talon. It was packed. 531 00:40:26,925 --> 00:40:28,427 It looked better that way. 532 00:40:31,096 --> 00:40:34,600 - I'd assume that was a good thing. - It is. It's just... 533 00:40:34,766 --> 00:40:37,978 I'm not sure I liked what I did, playing dirty with the beanery. 534 00:40:38,145 --> 00:40:39,563 Maybe the mattress isn't for you. 535 00:40:39,980 --> 00:40:43,275 I had to choose between doing the right thing and being successful. 536 00:40:43,442 --> 00:40:46,778 The weird part is, I kind of enjoyed being underhanded. 537 00:40:46,945 --> 00:40:49,823 Lana lang seduced by the dark side? Who would've thunk? 538 00:40:49,906 --> 00:40:52,784 J“ with the things we never thought we could be... j“ 539 00:40:52,868 --> 00:40:55,495 don't worry, we all get caught up. 540 00:40:55,746 --> 00:40:59,458 I got so caught up in the popularity thing I almost forgot why I ran. 541 00:41:02,544 --> 00:41:05,339 Did you ever finish your speech? 542 00:41:05,672 --> 00:41:08,383 Yeah. Not that anyone will ever hear it. 543 00:41:09,009 --> 00:41:11,386 - I could hear it. - Yeah? When? 544 00:41:14,765 --> 00:41:17,100 - Right now? - Yes, Clark. 545 00:41:19,186 --> 00:41:23,774 Speech, speech, speech! 546 00:41:25,859 --> 00:41:27,653 J“ you and I got something j“ 547 00:41:27,736 --> 00:41:33,950 j“ but it's all and then it's nothing to me, yeah j“ 548 00:41:34,951 --> 00:41:36,370 j“ and I got my defenses... j“ 549 00:41:36,453 --> 00:41:40,207 "nobody thinks that a class president can make a difference, but I disagree. 550 00:41:40,374 --> 00:41:43,418 If we want to change the world, first we have to change ourselves. 551 00:41:43,585 --> 00:41:47,255 My father always says that you learn life lessons whether you win or lose, 552 00:41:47,381 --> 00:41:50,592 so I hope that my worthy running mates will work alongside me..." 553 00:41:51,635 --> 00:41:54,429 J“ we got to move you, darling j“ 554 00:41:54,513 --> 00:41:56,723 j“ I thought I lost you somewhere j“ 555 00:41:56,807 --> 00:42:02,562 j“ but you were never really ever there at all j“ 556 00:42:03,313 --> 00:42:06,316 j“ and I know it's out there j“ 557 00:42:06,400 --> 00:42:08,902 j“ I know it's out there j“ 558 00:42:08,985 --> 00:42:14,533 j“ somehow here is gone, yeah j“