1 00:00:02,336 --> 00:00:05,148 Narrator: Previously on Smallville: Lois: He's never gonna tell me, is he? 2 00:00:05,172 --> 00:00:08,425 - I'm the blur. You're still okay with that? - Lois: Are you kidding me? 3 00:00:08,592 --> 00:00:09,676 What took you so long? 4 00:00:10,427 --> 00:00:12,095 - Daddy. - General Lane. 5 00:00:12,262 --> 00:00:16,099 Lane: I'm the senior military adviser on a new bill. The vigilante registration act. 6 00:00:16,266 --> 00:00:18,977 You're searching for enemies where they don't exist. 7 00:00:20,020 --> 00:00:23,690 As soon as you're threatened, everyone else's rights go out the window? 8 00:00:24,024 --> 00:00:26,235 Tess: Signal for the suicide squad led by Rick flag. 9 00:00:26,401 --> 00:00:29,530 - To him, you're freedom fighters. - Flag: America has turned against us. 10 00:00:29,696 --> 00:00:32,699 More superheroes are coming over to my side. 11 00:00:34,910 --> 00:00:37,412 - I am green arrow. - Reporter: What inspired you? 12 00:00:37,579 --> 00:00:40,499 Oliver: Damn right I'm a hero. And I'm not doing it alone. 13 00:00:41,124 --> 00:00:43,335 My name's Arthur curry. Perimeter breached. 14 00:00:43,502 --> 00:00:44,586 Proceeding to target. 15 00:00:44,795 --> 00:00:47,839 Don't put your faith in this hero menace. 16 00:00:57,516 --> 00:00:59,977 Slade: Liberty, freedom, equality. 17 00:01:00,143 --> 00:01:04,314 These are the values that we have been charged with defending. 18 00:01:04,481 --> 00:01:06,984 And never in the history of this country... 19 00:01:07,150 --> 00:01:11,488 Have these principles been so threatened as they are today. 20 00:01:11,738 --> 00:01:15,867 With all due respect, Slade, our troops have worked hard to secure peace. 21 00:01:16,159 --> 00:01:17,703 The threat is within. 22 00:01:19,955 --> 00:01:21,832 Creeping up on a sleeping nation. 23 00:01:23,125 --> 00:01:26,003 Gentlemen, every person under our protection lies in wait... 24 00:01:26,169 --> 00:01:29,548 For that leader that will rescue them from poverty... 25 00:01:29,715 --> 00:01:31,675 From violence, even from sadness. 26 00:01:32,342 --> 00:01:34,469 They will hail him as their new hero. 27 00:01:34,636 --> 00:01:37,723 Heroes like Joseph Stalin... 28 00:01:38,056 --> 00:01:42,102 Adolf Hitler, Saddam Hussein. 29 00:01:42,269 --> 00:01:46,898 Now, in the hearts of their countrymen, these men Rose as saviors... 30 00:01:47,065 --> 00:01:51,028 Only turning into tyrants once they had secured the trust of their nation. 31 00:01:51,403 --> 00:01:52,988 You're not suggesting a coup? 32 00:01:54,156 --> 00:01:55,824 The trust of the American people... 33 00:01:55,991 --> 00:02:00,037 Doesn't lie in the oval office anymore, admiral... 34 00:02:00,203 --> 00:02:02,998 But in a new breed of hero. 35 00:02:05,626 --> 00:02:10,547 Every year, this league grows while the nation turns a blind eye. 36 00:02:10,714 --> 00:02:13,300 Two weeks ago, the bombing of anti-vigilante office... 37 00:02:13,467 --> 00:02:15,636 Was an open act of terrorism. 38 00:02:15,802 --> 00:02:18,180 Which is why the president appointed me... 39 00:02:18,388 --> 00:02:21,058 To oversee the vigilante registration act. 40 00:02:22,059 --> 00:02:23,977 Since the vra came into effect... 41 00:02:24,144 --> 00:02:26,813 Even known offenders haven't agreed to sign up. 42 00:02:26,980 --> 00:02:29,650 Well, that is about to change. 43 00:02:47,209 --> 00:02:49,127 [Alarm wailing] 44 00:02:49,294 --> 00:02:50,837 Make sure everyone is out. 45 00:02:51,004 --> 00:02:52,589 Hurry. 46 00:02:59,012 --> 00:03:02,683 Sir, we have a breach at Poseidon 34-59. 47 00:03:02,849 --> 00:03:05,977 Gentlemen, even as we speak, it looks like we've fallen... 48 00:03:06,144 --> 00:03:08,021 Under another vigilante assault... 49 00:03:08,188 --> 00:03:11,441 This time on one of our own installations. 50 00:03:11,733 --> 00:03:15,737 It's time we took these heroes under our control... 51 00:03:15,946 --> 00:03:22,452 And proved who is really fighting for truth, justice and the American way. 52 00:04:30,395 --> 00:04:34,107 It appears this suicide squad used a subdermal fluorescer... 53 00:04:34,274 --> 00:04:38,153 With just enough blue kryptonite to penetrate the skin... 54 00:04:38,320 --> 00:04:40,447 But not impact your powers... 55 00:04:40,614 --> 00:04:44,242 Or limit your mysterious globetrotting. 56 00:04:44,409 --> 00:04:48,538 Secret meetings with your cousin around the world? Not like you, Clark. 57 00:04:48,705 --> 00:04:51,792 Nothing I can't handle. You could've warned me this would sting. 58 00:04:51,958 --> 00:04:54,169 Oliver: He'll give you a lollipop when you're done. 59 00:04:54,336 --> 00:04:58,089 Thought we all agreed I was sequestered from watchtower. What's with the 911? 60 00:04:58,256 --> 00:05:00,842 Emil found a way to get the suicide squad's tags out. 61 00:05:01,009 --> 00:05:04,304 - I assume you were careful coming in. - Careful doesn't even cut it. 62 00:05:04,471 --> 00:05:07,682 Been throwing my best moves to avoid the public eye to get up here. 63 00:05:07,849 --> 00:05:10,811 Well, the registration act's not gonna make it any easier. 64 00:05:10,977 --> 00:05:13,772 As much as I hate to admit it, flag saw this thing coming. 65 00:05:13,939 --> 00:05:16,900 His guerrilla tactics, they don't seem so crazy now, do they? 66 00:05:17,067 --> 00:05:19,236 At least someone's fighting back against vra. 67 00:05:19,402 --> 00:05:21,530 Clark: The problem is, no one knows they exist. 68 00:05:21,696 --> 00:05:25,325 We're taking the heat. The government thinks we're the ones retaliating. 69 00:05:25,826 --> 00:05:27,410 After last night, they're right. 70 00:05:28,662 --> 00:05:32,165 We think ac set off an explosion at an offshore oil rig. 71 00:05:33,834 --> 00:05:37,587 Not first time he's gone Che Guevara to protect the big blue. Let's face it. 72 00:05:37,754 --> 00:05:40,382 Now that the vra's got us looking over our shoulders... 73 00:05:40,549 --> 00:05:43,385 Team communication's gone from full bars to no signal. 74 00:05:43,552 --> 00:05:44,636 Whatever he's up to... 75 00:05:44,803 --> 00:05:47,931 He's only feeding the fear that the government has about us. 76 00:05:48,348 --> 00:05:51,268 - We need to prove we're the good guys. - Yeah, no, great. 77 00:05:51,434 --> 00:05:54,020 I wish things were kittens and rainbows too, Clark. 78 00:05:54,187 --> 00:05:57,816 Thanks to Godfrey, the McCarthy of the microphone, people don't trust us. 79 00:05:57,983 --> 00:06:00,443 Now, the vra's propaganda machine is in full swing. 80 00:06:05,031 --> 00:06:07,409 Sometimes, Clark, words are the greatest weapon. 81 00:06:07,576 --> 00:06:09,786 Can't say that I blame them. 82 00:06:09,953 --> 00:06:12,038 We came in and took the law into our hands. 83 00:06:12,747 --> 00:06:16,626 People need to believe in this country and the systems that have been here. 84 00:06:16,793 --> 00:06:19,462 - I do. - Really? Oh, well, hey, you know what? 85 00:06:19,629 --> 00:06:23,258 That's a good idea. Why don't you march on in there and go and sign up? 86 00:06:24,259 --> 00:06:26,261 Maybe it's time. 87 00:06:27,095 --> 00:06:30,807 Though the government has its eyes set on the blur more than anyone else. 88 00:06:30,974 --> 00:06:34,519 Nothing would prove we're on the same side more than the blur registering. 89 00:06:36,438 --> 00:06:39,357 Lady Liberty may have her arms wide open, but not for a hug. 90 00:06:39,524 --> 00:06:43,069 Look, the longer we hide, the more it looks like we have a reason to. 91 00:06:44,237 --> 00:06:47,032 If no one registers, they'll come after us all. 92 00:06:47,991 --> 00:06:51,494 Well, I guess it's time for me to fulfill my patriotic duty. 93 00:06:53,455 --> 00:06:56,291 No need to compromise your identity when I already have. 94 00:06:56,458 --> 00:06:58,209 Now, you go reign in flipper. 95 00:06:58,376 --> 00:07:00,378 I'll find what they have planned for us... 96 00:07:00,545 --> 00:07:03,214 When we sign our lives over to good old uncle Sam. 97 00:07:06,760 --> 00:07:09,179 [Radio playing indistinctly] 98 00:07:15,727 --> 00:07:17,103 [Sighs] 99 00:07:19,147 --> 00:07:21,250 - I miss you too, Clark. - Man [on radio]: Thanks, Scarlet. 100 00:07:21,274 --> 00:07:25,570 Since the passing of the registration bill, no vigilante has yet to step forward... 101 00:07:25,737 --> 00:07:28,365 Raising public suspicions until today. 102 00:07:28,531 --> 00:07:31,826 Who is the mysterious patriot in our midst? 103 00:07:31,993 --> 00:07:34,788 - Woman: Midmorning weather. - [Whispering] Lois. 104 00:07:39,000 --> 00:07:42,712 Let me guess, you woke up feeling odd with fang marks on your neck? 105 00:07:42,879 --> 00:07:46,424 [In normal voice] No. Took three cars, stairs and a body double to get me here. 106 00:07:46,591 --> 00:07:49,052 So quick, vigilante signing. Are you covering that? 107 00:07:49,678 --> 00:07:51,596 - Wouldn't miss it for the world. - Great. 108 00:07:51,763 --> 00:07:55,225 I have serious concerns about the legitimacy of this mystery hero. 109 00:07:55,392 --> 00:07:57,894 Who would be stupid enough to stand up and register? 110 00:08:02,232 --> 00:08:03,566 Are you out of your mind? 111 00:08:03,733 --> 00:08:06,361 The vra's a steaming pile of Spanish inquisitions... 112 00:08:06,528 --> 00:08:08,989 Served up with a side of fear and loathing. 113 00:08:09,155 --> 00:08:11,825 Lois, why don't you say what you really feel about this? 114 00:08:11,992 --> 00:08:14,661 We have to find out what happens when someone registers. 115 00:08:14,828 --> 00:08:15,912 I get it. 116 00:08:16,079 --> 00:08:18,581 Somebody needs to be the hero and you're the only... 117 00:08:18,748 --> 00:08:21,584 Stick your foot in your mouth and you might lose a shoe. 118 00:08:21,751 --> 00:08:25,714 I wasn't first to volunteer for operation Guinea pig, your boyfriend was. Okay? 119 00:08:25,880 --> 00:08:29,300 So I may be taking the plunge, but I talked Clark off the ledge. 120 00:08:29,801 --> 00:08:33,013 He never told me he was even thinking about registering. 121 00:08:33,179 --> 00:08:36,808 Oh. You know, I'm sure he was going to. 122 00:08:36,975 --> 00:08:40,020 Really? When? With his one phone call? 123 00:08:40,437 --> 00:08:44,107 Lois, just because you're registered, that doesn't mean you're under arrest. 124 00:08:44,274 --> 00:08:45,859 Who knows what it means? 125 00:08:47,277 --> 00:08:50,780 I thought Clark and I were finally driving on the honest relationship road, then: 126 00:08:54,701 --> 00:08:57,078 So what? He'll ask my opinion what tie to wear... 127 00:08:57,245 --> 00:09:00,206 Not on whether to show the world his real work uniform? 128 00:09:00,373 --> 00:09:02,709 I don't think Clark purposely left you out. 129 00:09:03,251 --> 00:09:04,502 That's even worse. 130 00:09:04,669 --> 00:09:07,338 It slips his mind to mention something this big to me... 131 00:09:07,505 --> 00:09:09,632 But he'll discuss it with you... 132 00:09:11,551 --> 00:09:13,887 And with other people. 133 00:09:15,847 --> 00:09:17,515 Unbelievable. 134 00:09:17,682 --> 00:09:21,436 Look, we both know Clark has this overdeveloped sense of responsibility. 135 00:09:21,603 --> 00:09:24,773 Agreed? That's why if something goes south with my registration... 136 00:09:24,939 --> 00:09:29,444 We can't let Clark try to fix it on his own. For his sake, for everyone else's. 137 00:09:30,779 --> 00:09:32,363 The world needs you, Lois. 138 00:09:38,912 --> 00:09:40,747 [Clicking] 139 00:09:45,376 --> 00:09:47,253 Ac, we need to talk. 140 00:09:51,382 --> 00:09:55,720 I'm past talking, Clark. I've got greater responsibilities now. 141 00:09:58,014 --> 00:10:01,810 Blowing up oil rigs? Is that responsible? 142 00:10:01,976 --> 00:10:03,186 Check your sources. 143 00:10:03,353 --> 00:10:06,356 I didn't hurt anyone. Don't make me start now. 144 00:10:07,982 --> 00:10:09,192 Who are you working with? 145 00:10:09,526 --> 00:10:13,488 You think because I'm not checking in at the tree house I've gone rogue? 146 00:10:14,989 --> 00:10:16,699 Nice trust. 147 00:10:16,866 --> 00:10:19,244 You're not going anywhere. 148 00:10:33,925 --> 00:10:37,262 Oh, and if you thought I was working solo... 149 00:10:37,428 --> 00:10:39,347 You haven't met his wife. 150 00:10:53,153 --> 00:10:55,864 Slade: Paints a pretty scary picture, doesn't it? 151 00:10:56,614 --> 00:10:58,575 Certainly gives me a new perspective. 152 00:10:59,742 --> 00:11:02,495 - Lois... - Lane. Sam Lane's daughter. 153 00:11:02,662 --> 00:11:05,748 I always do my homework. Why do you think I gave you clearance? 154 00:11:06,124 --> 00:11:09,085 Damn. Here I was thinking I got in here on my wit and charm. 155 00:11:09,752 --> 00:11:14,924 I see you're not just a Lane in name but attitude as well. 156 00:11:15,175 --> 00:11:18,219 My dad always said I was made of more brass than his medals. 157 00:11:18,386 --> 00:11:20,054 [Chuckles] 158 00:11:20,221 --> 00:11:22,640 General, I brought something for you. 159 00:11:22,807 --> 00:11:28,605 Whoa, I see that I am not the only one who does their homework. 160 00:11:28,771 --> 00:11:32,775 Fine bourbon and Cuban cohibas, my favorite. 161 00:11:33,193 --> 00:11:34,986 American made and American won. 162 00:11:35,612 --> 00:11:38,781 I don't care what they say. That victory will be ours soon enough. 163 00:11:39,449 --> 00:11:42,827 Spoken like a true daughter of the red, white and blue. 164 00:11:43,786 --> 00:11:46,372 Speaking of the red, white, and blue... 165 00:11:46,539 --> 00:11:47,624 [Beeps] 166 00:11:48,958 --> 00:11:51,294 What's really up with the vra? 167 00:11:51,961 --> 00:11:55,465 Your father worked on the registration act, miss Lane. 168 00:11:55,632 --> 00:11:58,176 I'm not sure what more I can tell you. 169 00:11:58,343 --> 00:12:02,472 It's only since your command that someone volunteered to sign up. 170 00:12:02,639 --> 00:12:05,433 How exactly is that gonna happen? 171 00:12:05,808 --> 00:12:08,311 They'll simply sign a declaration of intent... 172 00:12:08,478 --> 00:12:12,065 To act only at the government's behest. 173 00:12:12,232 --> 00:12:14,150 United we stand, right, Ms. Lane? 174 00:12:14,317 --> 00:12:18,655 As it stands now, vigilantes do not represent the will of the people. 175 00:12:18,821 --> 00:12:22,492 And anyone espousing different merely supports their cause. 176 00:12:25,328 --> 00:12:26,329 [Recorder beeps] 177 00:12:26,496 --> 00:12:30,667 Which is exactly why I asked for the vra assignment. 178 00:12:30,833 --> 00:12:33,878 Who better to give the military a fair shake than a brat? 179 00:12:34,337 --> 00:12:39,217 One who has written most of her paper's pro-blur articles. 180 00:12:39,509 --> 00:12:42,845 I guess my name isn't the only reason you agreed to this one on one. 181 00:12:44,055 --> 00:12:48,268 You are not playing for your team the way you should be, miss Lane. 182 00:12:48,476 --> 00:12:50,186 We all must do our part. 183 00:12:50,603 --> 00:12:54,274 Some people might say that's what drives the vigilantes to action. 184 00:12:54,565 --> 00:12:57,026 Well, then they'll simply step forward... 185 00:12:57,193 --> 00:12:59,779 And suit up with the good guys, won't they? 186 00:13:03,783 --> 00:13:05,368 Here's to the good guys. 187 00:13:06,703 --> 00:13:08,621 Amen. 188 00:13:09,372 --> 00:13:12,250 There must be something around here to cut this. 189 00:13:13,751 --> 00:13:15,878 [Camera clicks] 190 00:13:18,631 --> 00:13:21,509 Your name got you in, but it won't get you out of trouble. 191 00:13:22,051 --> 00:13:23,386 Show me your hand. 192 00:13:34,564 --> 00:13:36,566 I just thought you might like alight. 193 00:13:39,652 --> 00:13:41,571 I apologize. 194 00:13:41,738 --> 00:13:44,782 These vigilantes have got me suspicious of everyone. 195 00:13:45,241 --> 00:13:46,326 No worries. 196 00:13:46,534 --> 00:13:50,288 These days, you just don't know who you can trust, right? 197 00:13:58,421 --> 00:14:02,091 Considering your activist streak, I never saw you settling down. 198 00:14:02,258 --> 00:14:05,928 It was his passion and conviction that drew me to him. 199 00:14:06,095 --> 00:14:10,350 They're qualities we share and on which we've built a partnership. 200 00:14:10,641 --> 00:14:13,519 To the outside world, your passion looks like terrorism. 201 00:14:13,686 --> 00:14:17,357 Do you really want people to see us as scared, hunted victims? 202 00:14:17,565 --> 00:14:20,943 We can't stop the government from targeting us... 203 00:14:21,110 --> 00:14:23,446 But we can show them we're not gonna take it. 204 00:14:23,613 --> 00:14:25,782 Show you're the criminals they fear you are? 205 00:14:25,948 --> 00:14:29,202 And be the heroes people hope we are. 206 00:14:29,786 --> 00:14:31,162 Who was your hero, Clark? 207 00:14:31,704 --> 00:14:33,122 Everybody has one. 208 00:14:33,831 --> 00:14:36,459 I'll never forget the day I read about mine. 209 00:14:36,626 --> 00:14:43,132 This little lady named Lucy burns who just wanted to vote like her father. 210 00:14:43,466 --> 00:14:46,636 But she didn't sit back and expect people to do the right thing. 211 00:14:46,803 --> 00:14:49,180 Because you know what? They didn't. 212 00:14:50,890 --> 00:14:54,227 It wasn't until she refused food and endured the night of terror. 213 00:14:54,394 --> 00:14:56,813 That's when people decided to do the right thing. 214 00:14:56,979 --> 00:15:00,358 Victories aren't won by spectators... 215 00:15:00,525 --> 00:15:01,651 But by fighters. 216 00:15:02,819 --> 00:15:04,654 Like me and mera. 217 00:15:05,405 --> 00:15:07,824 What are you doing to fight for us? 218 00:15:07,990 --> 00:15:11,077 We shouldn't be fighting anyone, especially the government. 219 00:15:11,244 --> 00:15:12,829 We should be protecting people. 220 00:15:13,162 --> 00:15:16,999 And right now we are the ones who need protection the most. 221 00:15:17,166 --> 00:15:20,503 Clark, that rig we took out wasn't drilling for oil. 222 00:15:20,670 --> 00:15:23,881 Neither are the ones the government's building around the country. 223 00:15:24,048 --> 00:15:25,258 What are they? 224 00:15:25,675 --> 00:15:28,219 High-tech holding facilities deep below the earth. 225 00:15:30,430 --> 00:15:33,141 And they're building them for us. 226 00:15:41,232 --> 00:15:44,944 Lois, would you like to explain this to me? 227 00:15:45,153 --> 00:15:49,198 I took it off your desktop. It suspiciously looks like an article on the vra... 228 00:15:49,365 --> 00:15:52,368 Which I expressly said you are not to write. 229 00:15:53,870 --> 00:15:57,373 Your father worked on the bill, Lois. It's a conflict of interest. 230 00:15:58,875 --> 00:16:02,753 Let's just say something is rotten in the military state of Metropolis... 231 00:16:02,920 --> 00:16:05,715 And I need to make sure certain people know about it. 232 00:16:05,882 --> 00:16:09,218 Look, I know that you like to break a story before anybody else... 233 00:16:09,385 --> 00:16:12,680 But your concern seems personal. 234 00:16:15,766 --> 00:16:18,603 Okay, I'm actually gonna level with you on this one, Tess. 235 00:16:18,769 --> 00:16:22,398 I just found out that the mystery hero registering is Oliver. 236 00:16:27,278 --> 00:16:29,113 Is Clark working with you on this? 237 00:16:29,280 --> 00:16:33,117 - —Why would he be? - You share a lot of bylines. 238 00:16:33,284 --> 00:16:36,913 - So you're alone on this one. - Looks like it. 239 00:16:37,079 --> 00:16:39,499 Clark's got jury duty. 240 00:16:40,750 --> 00:16:42,502 Jury duty? 241 00:16:43,461 --> 00:16:45,129 I tried to tell him how to get out. 242 00:16:45,296 --> 00:16:49,091 You know Clark, always serving the people and fulfilling his civic obligation. 243 00:16:49,258 --> 00:16:51,636 Yeah. He is dedicated that way. 244 00:16:54,096 --> 00:16:55,765 What is your scoop on the vra? 245 00:16:56,224 --> 00:17:00,102 Despite what they say, I think the vra's going a little less above board... 246 00:17:00,269 --> 00:17:02,480 And a lot more waterboard. 247 00:17:08,819 --> 00:17:13,241 Meet general Slade Wilson, put in charge of executing the vra. 248 00:17:13,991 --> 00:17:15,785 Emphasis on "execute." 249 00:17:15,952 --> 00:17:19,664 For years, rumors of war crimes followed him, never any charges. 250 00:17:19,830 --> 00:17:21,499 He continued to move up the ranks. 251 00:17:21,666 --> 00:17:24,168 Because he was effective. Now he's targeting heroes. 252 00:17:24,335 --> 00:17:27,672 It's worse. If I've got it right, he's building prisons. 253 00:17:28,297 --> 00:17:31,717 And Oliver's about to sign up for this summer internment camp? 254 00:17:31,884 --> 00:17:34,095 [Crowd chattering] 255 00:17:37,515 --> 00:17:39,475 Woman: Here he is. Here he is. Man: Here we go. 256 00:17:39,642 --> 00:17:43,187 Today we take our first step toward a new partnership. 257 00:17:43,980 --> 00:17:46,899 There will no longer be law and outlaw. 258 00:17:47,066 --> 00:17:50,653 We will be one people, united, working toward one goal: 259 00:17:50,820 --> 00:17:51,988 The common good. 260 00:17:55,324 --> 00:18:00,079 Oliver queen's registration marks a new day for this country... 261 00:18:00,288 --> 00:18:03,583 And the end of vigilantes working outside the law. 262 00:18:03,791 --> 00:18:07,169 Man: Do you know any others who are registering in the vra? 263 00:18:07,336 --> 00:18:09,088 [Reporters clamoring] 264 00:18:14,844 --> 00:18:16,178 Oliver. No. 265 00:18:24,854 --> 00:18:26,230 They're going to the helipad. 266 00:18:26,397 --> 00:18:28,774 You own this building. Don't let that helicopter take off. 267 00:18:29,442 --> 00:18:30,860 Lois, I can't. 268 00:18:31,027 --> 00:18:33,529 They have military clearance. 269 00:18:34,322 --> 00:18:35,406 Oliver's gone. 270 00:18:48,711 --> 00:18:51,297 Lois: I need to know where Clark is. 271 00:18:51,547 --> 00:18:53,132 I have no idea. 272 00:18:53,299 --> 00:18:56,844 - Who...? - Oliver's in trouble. Clark could be too. 273 00:18:57,053 --> 00:18:58,638 I need to know how to find them. 274 00:18:59,347 --> 00:19:01,057 Apparently. 275 00:19:01,557 --> 00:19:03,976 But I don't know why you're asking me. 276 00:19:04,143 --> 00:19:08,439 Listen Dr. Know-nothing, I have tried to reach Clark with zero results. 277 00:19:08,606 --> 00:19:11,609 He's mentioned your name and he's never had a yearly check-up. 278 00:19:11,984 --> 00:19:13,903 Listen, just... unh! 279 00:19:14,070 --> 00:19:17,740 I know that you're in his superhero club. 280 00:19:17,907 --> 00:19:22,119 Unless you want a sudden tracheotomy, you will tell me where he is asap. 281 00:19:22,286 --> 00:19:26,332 He went to find ac in Miami. That's the last I heard. 282 00:19:29,001 --> 00:19:34,465 Now, for the record, you know I was bluffing, right? 283 00:19:42,264 --> 00:19:44,684 Florida in winter. 284 00:19:48,604 --> 00:19:51,315 Who doesn't love to snowbird? 285 00:19:54,443 --> 00:19:56,612 [Water splashes then thud] 286 00:20:02,827 --> 00:20:04,078 Clark: Seismic activity? 287 00:20:04,245 --> 00:20:05,871 Ac: That's how mera found the place. 288 00:20:06,038 --> 00:20:08,791 She's pretty amazing. Smart, passionate, fiery. 289 00:20:08,958 --> 00:20:10,710 Helped me understand my true origins. 290 00:20:10,876 --> 00:20:12,753 Soundshke you went off the high dive. 291 00:20:12,920 --> 00:20:15,589 I'm so much more with her than I ever was solo. 292 00:20:15,756 --> 00:20:19,427 You don't feel guilty putting her in danger? 293 00:20:19,719 --> 00:20:22,012 Mera can hold her own. 294 00:20:22,263 --> 00:20:25,516 If you're worried about someone a little less super-powered... 295 00:20:25,683 --> 00:20:26,934 Mera helped me realize... 296 00:20:27,143 --> 00:20:30,563 That standing on the sidelines isn't the same as being in the game. 297 00:20:37,236 --> 00:20:40,573 - I recognize this structure. - Looks like the facilities of LuthorCorp... 298 00:20:40,740 --> 00:20:43,743 When Lex was trying to build his zoo with the super-powered. 299 00:20:43,909 --> 00:20:46,954 It couldn't be LuthorCorp. Tess and Oliver would know about it. 300 00:20:48,205 --> 00:20:52,042 Looks like uncle Sam raided the patent offices for his own end. 301 00:20:53,252 --> 00:20:54,587 Mera, are you reading us? 302 00:20:54,754 --> 00:20:56,554 Mera [voice breaking up]: Barely can hear you. 303 00:20:56,672 --> 00:20:59,133 Just heard from watchtower. There's news. 304 00:20:59,300 --> 00:21:00,426 You're breaking up. 305 00:21:00,593 --> 00:21:03,929 Watchtower found eight locations with similar seismic readings. 306 00:21:04,096 --> 00:21:06,015 You need to check them right away. 307 00:21:06,182 --> 00:21:08,934 Oliver's been taken off the grid. 308 00:21:11,270 --> 00:21:13,689 If we split up, we can cover the facility faster. 309 00:21:13,856 --> 00:21:15,983 They've taken one of ours. 310 00:21:16,192 --> 00:21:17,777 Let's go get him back. 311 00:21:17,943 --> 00:21:19,195 [Whooshing] 312 00:21:40,716 --> 00:21:42,718 [Machine beeping steadily] 313 00:21:45,262 --> 00:21:47,723 Almost done, Mr. Queen. 314 00:21:47,932 --> 00:21:51,101 So, what's with your secret workout room here, huh? 315 00:21:51,268 --> 00:21:54,480 Is this a secret tryout for the NFL? 316 00:21:57,399 --> 00:21:58,734 [Door closes] 317 00:21:59,360 --> 00:22:05,282 You're strong and extremely agile with coordination that's off the charts. 318 00:22:05,449 --> 00:22:06,534 I'm human. 319 00:22:07,117 --> 00:22:10,538 Well, I commend your performance. 320 00:22:10,746 --> 00:22:15,167 We'd love to have someone with your gifts serve our country. 321 00:22:15,835 --> 00:22:18,754 Help us bring in your less cooperative cohorts. 322 00:22:19,255 --> 00:22:22,132 Look, I'll be your poster boy. 323 00:22:22,299 --> 00:22:25,928 I'll say your words and I'll be your face, but it ends with me, understand? 324 00:22:26,095 --> 00:22:29,139 Now, there are people out there who wanna believe in you. 325 00:22:29,306 --> 00:22:31,684 They wanna believe in this country. 326 00:22:32,476 --> 00:22:35,855 Give them the chance to prove that, to be the heroes we all need. 327 00:22:37,481 --> 00:22:41,443 You got nerve, I like that, but your draft card wasn't a two-for-one special. 328 00:22:43,320 --> 00:22:46,574 Please allow me to make a more convincing argument. 329 00:23:21,859 --> 00:23:24,028 Mera: Look who skipped right out of the forest. 330 00:23:24,194 --> 00:23:26,196 Doe-eyed Bambi searching... 331 00:23:27,656 --> 00:23:29,199 You're Lois Lane. 332 00:23:32,620 --> 00:23:33,704 Brazen much? 333 00:23:36,999 --> 00:23:41,795 I am mera, wife of Orin, future king of the seven seas. 334 00:23:43,756 --> 00:23:45,549 The one you call Arthur curry. 335 00:23:47,259 --> 00:23:49,470 Ac got married? 336 00:23:49,637 --> 00:23:52,389 Aren't you just full of reveals? 337 00:23:53,349 --> 00:23:57,102 Orin is finally embracing his destiny and leading his people. 338 00:24:02,942 --> 00:24:06,528 Hang on. "His people"? Like, down under and not Australia? 339 00:24:06,695 --> 00:24:08,155 Anyway, I need to find Clark. 340 00:24:08,530 --> 00:24:11,408 Certainly you're not a partner in his endeavors. 341 00:24:11,575 --> 00:24:13,243 Some get a ring on their finger... 342 00:24:13,410 --> 00:24:16,580 And everyone else's relationship just doesn't cut it. 343 00:24:16,747 --> 00:24:20,668 Spoken like one who can never be satisfied by a man of her own kind. 344 00:24:20,834 --> 00:24:22,670 You desire those who are extraordinary. 345 00:24:22,836 --> 00:24:25,756 First Orin, then Oliver, now Clark. 346 00:24:25,923 --> 00:24:28,092 You've got to be kidding me. 347 00:24:28,342 --> 00:24:31,095 Little mermaid, your prince and I dated for, like, a day. 348 00:24:31,470 --> 00:24:35,391 It's understandable that you would seek a superior companion. 349 00:24:35,933 --> 00:24:39,645 I'm surprised that powerful men would choose someone of lesser ability. 350 00:24:40,896 --> 00:24:42,272 Listen, squid lips. 351 00:24:42,439 --> 00:24:44,692 You don't know anything about me or Clark. 352 00:24:44,858 --> 00:24:46,735 I know you came here looking for Clark. 353 00:24:47,403 --> 00:24:51,115 You're in the dark, protected but not included. 354 00:24:51,281 --> 00:24:53,617 Do you really want the harsh light of truth? 355 00:25:12,344 --> 00:25:14,763 Lois? What are you doing here? 356 00:25:15,305 --> 00:25:18,517 Since you've apparently forsaken modern communication technology... 357 00:25:18,684 --> 00:25:20,352 I'm hand-delivering an sos. 358 00:25:20,519 --> 00:25:22,479 About Oliver. I know he's been taken. 359 00:25:22,646 --> 00:25:24,356 What? How did you know that already? 360 00:25:24,523 --> 00:25:25,524 [Machine beeps] 361 00:25:25,691 --> 00:25:28,318 Iran some tests on the alloy that you found and... 362 00:25:29,987 --> 00:25:31,071 Lois. 363 00:25:36,326 --> 00:25:39,329 Okay, you know how I hate being all emo relationship chick? 364 00:25:39,496 --> 00:25:41,832 I can't get you, but Tess can Skype with you? 365 00:25:42,082 --> 00:25:44,334 - This isn't a social call. - And I am? 366 00:25:44,752 --> 00:25:48,255 We practically share a desk chair, but I'm still not the real work-wife. 367 00:25:48,422 --> 00:25:51,050 Sorry to interrupt the real housewives of Metropolis... 368 00:25:51,216 --> 00:25:53,886 But there's something you need know about this alloy. 369 00:25:54,053 --> 00:25:56,221 Clark, it can change properties. 370 00:25:56,388 --> 00:25:59,141 It's like some sort of multi-functional weaponry. 371 00:25:59,308 --> 00:26:02,561 The government is preparing for anything that comes its way. 372 00:26:02,728 --> 00:26:05,856 Including Orin. He should have been back by now. 373 00:26:06,315 --> 00:26:08,692 He could be at any of the facilities he was checking out. 374 00:26:09,151 --> 00:26:13,280 If he ended up in one of Slade's nets, I might know how to find him. 375 00:26:18,660 --> 00:26:21,371 It's a design blueprint for the prisons. 376 00:26:21,538 --> 00:26:25,000 And according to this, there is only one facility that is operational. 377 00:26:25,167 --> 00:26:26,251 It's in Alaska. 378 00:26:37,137 --> 00:26:39,056 [Grunting] 379 00:26:39,473 --> 00:26:41,850 [Gasps then pants] 380 00:26:42,059 --> 00:26:45,020 [Coughing] 381 00:26:45,187 --> 00:26:47,314 Please tell me you're not the rescue party. 382 00:26:48,732 --> 00:26:50,400 They must have tracked me in. 383 00:26:51,485 --> 00:26:54,113 - Oh. - I should have been more stealth. 384 00:27:00,911 --> 00:27:02,329 You know about our abilities? 385 00:27:02,913 --> 00:27:07,918 Always be prepared. You came at us through the ocean like a torpedo. 386 00:27:08,794 --> 00:27:13,715 It didn't take much to figure out where your mutated abilities come from. 387 00:27:14,675 --> 00:27:17,803 A little heat and you dry right up, don't you? 388 00:27:17,970 --> 00:27:21,723 Something tells me white house didn't get the memo on your glacial gitmo. 389 00:27:21,890 --> 00:27:24,518 Don't ask, don't tell. 390 00:27:24,685 --> 00:27:26,186 I wouldn't be too embarrassed. 391 00:27:26,353 --> 00:27:31,150 You two are just the first in a whole host of vigilantes to be taken on a play. 392 00:27:32,693 --> 00:27:36,196 With the right encouragement, I'm sure you will help us bring them in. 393 00:27:36,697 --> 00:27:38,949 You're gonna need a bigger cage. 394 00:27:39,116 --> 00:27:40,868 I wouldn't worry about that. 395 00:27:41,034 --> 00:27:46,748 See, you all have some great strength, but one equally great flaw. 396 00:27:47,875 --> 00:27:50,711 No, you are almost too easy. 397 00:27:51,128 --> 00:27:54,548 Damaged, lonely, isolated. 398 00:27:54,715 --> 00:27:58,260 A hero with no actual powers. 399 00:27:58,427 --> 00:27:59,761 Do you resent them? 400 00:28:00,345 --> 00:28:03,348 Actually, you're taking honors right now, jackass. 401 00:28:03,515 --> 00:28:06,268 Unlike the half-dolphin over there... 402 00:28:06,435 --> 00:28:10,522 I'll bet you hate the freezing cold depths of the ocean. 403 00:28:11,315 --> 00:28:12,733 [Alarm blaring] 404 00:28:12,900 --> 00:28:14,610 Computer voice: Intruder alert. 405 00:28:14,776 --> 00:28:17,487 Partial power interruption. 406 00:28:21,158 --> 00:28:23,368 Intruder alert. 407 00:28:23,535 --> 00:28:25,245 Partial power interruption. 408 00:29:01,365 --> 00:29:03,533 Computer override initiated. 409 00:29:03,700 --> 00:29:05,994 Terminal breach measures activated. 410 00:29:06,161 --> 00:29:07,996 Self-destruct in two minutes. 411 00:29:08,163 --> 00:29:10,540 - You're up, Gill boy. - Mera! 412 00:29:10,707 --> 00:29:11,875 [Electricity crackling] 413 00:29:12,042 --> 00:29:13,502 [Groans] 414 00:29:13,669 --> 00:29:15,754 Computer voice: Power systems overload. 415 00:29:15,921 --> 00:29:18,715 Core breach eminent. 416 00:29:24,346 --> 00:29:25,847 [Chuckles] 417 00:29:26,598 --> 00:29:27,975 Core critical. 418 00:29:28,267 --> 00:29:31,561 We gotta go, now. 419 00:29:32,562 --> 00:29:34,356 How long can you hold your breath? 420 00:29:35,065 --> 00:29:37,401 Core critical. 421 00:29:39,903 --> 00:29:40,988 Clark: Slade. 422 00:29:41,154 --> 00:29:44,658 Computer voice: Self-destruct in 90 seconds. 423 00:29:44,825 --> 00:29:48,287 I'm not gonna let you continue destroying people's faith in justice. 424 00:29:48,870 --> 00:29:51,331 Made of steel or just a man? 425 00:29:53,041 --> 00:29:54,084 [Gun cocks] 426 00:29:54,251 --> 00:29:55,794 It can't be both. 427 00:29:56,628 --> 00:29:59,339 Computer voice: Self-destruct in 60 seconds. 428 00:29:59,506 --> 00:30:00,674 So it is you. 429 00:30:08,307 --> 00:30:11,476 What are you doing? I need to get you out of here. 430 00:30:11,643 --> 00:30:16,148 This whole place was built for the expressed purpose... 431 00:30:16,523 --> 00:30:17,899 Of containing your kind. 432 00:30:18,066 --> 00:30:20,235 Computer voice: Self-destruct, 40 seconds. 433 00:30:20,402 --> 00:30:23,196 Your weakness was the hardest to learn. 434 00:30:23,655 --> 00:30:24,781 [Grunts] 435 00:30:24,948 --> 00:30:28,410 - You see, you're not above the law. - Self—destruct, 30 seconds. 436 00:30:28,577 --> 00:30:30,245 You're not even above me. 437 00:30:30,412 --> 00:30:32,998 How can you be so determined seeing us as the enemy... 438 00:30:33,165 --> 00:30:35,000 Instead of working with us? 439 00:30:35,500 --> 00:30:40,047 Okay, let me save you. You'll never get out. 440 00:30:40,422 --> 00:30:42,090 I know, but it's worth it. 441 00:30:42,257 --> 00:30:47,429 To destroy the single greatest threat to democracy. 442 00:30:48,305 --> 00:30:53,435 No civilian in this country should be more powerful than the law. 443 00:30:53,602 --> 00:30:56,605 That's what keeps the order, it's what keeps us strong. 444 00:30:56,772 --> 00:30:58,690 Computer voice: Self-destruct in 15 seconds. 445 00:30:58,857 --> 00:31:02,069 Shut it down. Let me help you. 446 00:31:02,486 --> 00:31:07,407 I'd rather die for my country than be saved by an abomination like you. 447 00:31:07,574 --> 00:31:11,078 Computer voice: Self-destruct in 10 seconds. 448 00:31:11,244 --> 00:31:18,251 Nine, eight, seven, six, five... 449 00:31:18,418 --> 00:31:21,922 You asked me a question, I guess you'll get your answer. 450 00:31:22,339 --> 00:31:25,467 - Two, one... - I am man and steel. 451 00:31:38,480 --> 00:31:42,484 Ac: Glad you didn't find your Davy Jones down there after that explosion. 452 00:31:42,984 --> 00:31:45,487 Clark: I know how much you love the water. 453 00:31:45,946 --> 00:31:48,532 But I couldn't be happier to have my feet on ground. 454 00:31:48,698 --> 00:31:54,037 Well, just as well. Let's be honest, undennater, you look like a clown fish. 455 00:31:56,540 --> 00:31:59,876 I guess I should thank you for uncovering those holding cells. 456 00:32:00,043 --> 00:32:03,130 Part of me wishes I could have kept on believing... 457 00:32:05,132 --> 00:32:07,634 In everything I was raised to believe in. 458 00:32:11,513 --> 00:32:15,642 Don't let an overzealous war hawk shake your faith in people, Clark. 459 00:32:15,851 --> 00:32:19,354 Your endless optimism is the one thing I actually like about you. 460 00:32:21,022 --> 00:32:23,066 Did you learn that vocabulary from mera? 461 00:32:23,733 --> 00:32:26,903 Seriously, though, you made a good point. 462 00:32:27,070 --> 00:32:30,991 Digging in our heels and being as extreme as Slade makes us no better than them. 463 00:32:33,660 --> 00:32:35,745 I'm sorry they got what they wanted out of the vra. 464 00:32:36,496 --> 00:32:37,539 How's that? 465 00:32:37,706 --> 00:32:41,168 We didn't exactly rush to sign up, but we got scared. 466 00:32:41,334 --> 00:32:44,045 We stopped communicating, we stopped trusting each other. 467 00:32:45,797 --> 00:32:48,425 There's no way we can beat this if we splinter. 468 00:32:48,592 --> 00:32:51,511 I may not trust the commandos in Washington... 469 00:32:51,803 --> 00:32:53,054 But I trust you, Clark. 470 00:32:54,514 --> 00:32:55,765 So we'll do it your way. 471 00:32:56,475 --> 00:33:00,437 Lead by example, not by resistance. 472 00:33:02,439 --> 00:33:05,692 I think you have another battle brewing on the home front, though. 473 00:33:10,363 --> 00:33:13,742 I thought if I told Lois my secret, everything would fall into place. 474 00:33:15,744 --> 00:33:18,413 I guess I've kept her on the outside. 475 00:33:19,831 --> 00:33:23,460 The away games don't matter unless you win the ones at home too... 476 00:33:23,627 --> 00:33:27,005 Which you definitely can't do if you refuse to have a co-captain. 477 00:33:30,800 --> 00:33:32,302 What I'm saying is... 478 00:33:32,469 --> 00:33:36,598 If anyone can handle you and what you do, it's Lois. 479 00:33:37,599 --> 00:33:41,102 But you can't bring her on the team and keep her benched. 480 00:33:41,269 --> 00:33:44,773 The question is, can you handle that? 481 00:33:52,989 --> 00:33:55,867 You do carry a lot of baggage. 482 00:33:56,618 --> 00:34:00,372 Seriously, don't make me take my hair dryer out and shrivel you. 483 00:34:01,623 --> 00:34:06,127 Perhaps I was too hasty in my judgment of you, Lois Lane. 484 00:34:06,294 --> 00:34:10,006 You think? Because we didn't just get off on the wrong fin. 485 00:34:10,173 --> 00:34:12,092 I stand by what I said before. 486 00:34:12,259 --> 00:34:18,139 You're not like us, not like Clark, but you are what he needs. 487 00:34:20,267 --> 00:34:23,979 You treat Clark not as your superior, but as an equal. 488 00:34:24,145 --> 00:34:25,647 And insist that he do the same. 489 00:34:33,321 --> 00:34:36,074 You'll make a good partner for him, Lois. 490 00:34:36,533 --> 00:34:38,368 In your own way. 491 00:34:39,786 --> 00:34:41,204 If he lets me. 492 00:34:41,371 --> 00:34:44,958 It took months and more than just a few water blasts to the head... 493 00:34:45,125 --> 00:34:49,045 For Orin to let me stand with him, not just beside him. 494 00:34:50,964 --> 00:34:52,591 Give Clark time. 495 00:34:54,676 --> 00:34:55,927 [Door opens] 496 00:34:58,888 --> 00:35:00,557 Ac: I hate to break up the party. 497 00:35:01,725 --> 00:35:03,810 We need to catch the current. 498 00:35:03,977 --> 00:35:06,438 I thought Orin was exaggerating, Clark. 499 00:35:06,605 --> 00:35:08,398 Everything he said about you is true. 500 00:35:09,608 --> 00:35:11,151 Even when the tide is turning... 501 00:35:11,318 --> 00:35:15,655 You work hard to bring change by delivering justice, not bombs... 502 00:35:17,073 --> 00:35:20,368 As a patriot to the country, not just the cause. 503 00:35:21,911 --> 00:35:24,080 That's our boy scout. 504 00:35:25,498 --> 00:35:29,127 All right, wave runners. Next time you're in town, be sure to swim by. 505 00:35:29,294 --> 00:35:31,421 Aye, aye, captain. 506 00:35:32,922 --> 00:35:34,841 We'll be seeing you. 507 00:35:49,814 --> 00:35:54,235 In case I forgot to mention it, I'm really glad I only booked a one-way to Miami. 508 00:35:54,402 --> 00:35:57,614 Your arms are a lot better than some seat in coach. 509 00:35:57,781 --> 00:36:01,117 You shouldn't have had to fly all the way to Florida just to find me. 510 00:36:01,284 --> 00:36:03,203 Don't sweat it. 511 00:36:03,370 --> 00:36:05,997 Those mileage points needed to be used up anyway. 512 00:36:06,164 --> 00:36:07,666 You were right to be upset. 513 00:36:07,832 --> 00:36:10,794 I've been running around acting like it's just me... 514 00:36:11,169 --> 00:36:12,253 Instead of us. 515 00:36:15,173 --> 00:36:18,134 The truth is, I rely on you more than anyone else. 516 00:36:18,301 --> 00:36:21,846 I trust you to know parts of me that I don't even trust myself. 517 00:36:25,058 --> 00:36:29,020 That's why you're the only person I told about the darkness I've tried to fight... 518 00:36:29,896 --> 00:36:31,272 And failed. 519 00:36:31,439 --> 00:36:32,649 I know. 520 00:36:33,108 --> 00:36:35,402 It's just when you look at ac and mera... 521 00:36:35,568 --> 00:36:38,738 How they work together, how alike they are... 522 00:36:39,030 --> 00:36:41,491 It kind of makes you wonder... 523 00:36:41,700 --> 00:36:43,952 If we'll ever be like that. 524 00:36:44,536 --> 00:36:47,330 - I mean, you gotta admit, I'm... - Everything that I'm not? 525 00:36:49,416 --> 00:36:51,042 Lois, that's why it works. 526 00:36:51,418 --> 00:36:54,421 Two pieces may fit, but if they're not from the same puzzle... 527 00:36:54,587 --> 00:36:56,381 It might end up like a Picasso. 528 00:36:56,548 --> 00:36:58,383 But does that matter? 529 00:36:59,801 --> 00:37:01,636 Depends. 530 00:37:02,512 --> 00:37:05,557 When you went off to go and save the world... 531 00:37:06,725 --> 00:37:09,728 I remember what my mom looked like... 532 00:37:09,894 --> 00:37:12,814 Every time my dad left on deployment. 533 00:37:13,815 --> 00:37:16,609 And it was the hardest thing she ever had to do, but she... 534 00:37:17,652 --> 00:37:21,990 She remained stoic until that door closed. 535 00:37:23,700 --> 00:37:27,954 Because she knew that was how she helped my dad do what he had to do. 536 00:37:29,372 --> 00:37:34,544 Because they were in it together, no matter what. 537 00:37:35,795 --> 00:37:37,130 And so am I. 538 00:37:41,259 --> 00:37:43,052 But I'm not the only one. 539 00:37:45,388 --> 00:37:50,935 You didn't tell anyone about the darkness because... 540 00:37:51,895 --> 00:37:56,691 You think you're supposed to be invincible, right? 541 00:37:57,233 --> 00:38:00,111 And it terrifies you that you're not. 542 00:38:00,278 --> 00:38:01,529 [Sighs] 543 00:38:04,365 --> 00:38:07,535 Lois, how am I suppose to protect people, protect you... 544 00:38:07,702 --> 00:38:10,205 If I can't even protect myself from the darkness? 545 00:38:13,041 --> 00:38:14,501 By not trying to do it alone. 546 00:38:16,085 --> 00:38:17,545 We're in this together now. 547 00:38:19,088 --> 00:38:21,007 All of us. 548 00:38:22,383 --> 00:38:25,720 And the team needs to know the bigger war we're fighting. 549 00:38:37,398 --> 00:38:39,484 Clark: Welcome to watchtower. 550 00:38:39,651 --> 00:38:42,028 The official headquarters of the home team. 551 00:38:42,821 --> 00:38:44,823 Which you are clearly on now. 552 00:38:46,074 --> 00:38:47,200 Finally. 553 00:38:53,873 --> 00:38:55,124 Is that a comsat hookup? 554 00:38:56,459 --> 00:39:00,463 I take back that whole work-wife thing. Your satellite trumps my cell phone. 555 00:39:00,630 --> 00:39:01,798 Forget it. 556 00:39:01,965 --> 00:39:05,134 From now on, mi comsat es su comsat. 557 00:39:07,345 --> 00:39:10,390 Clark, I got your message. Lois, hey. 558 00:39:11,766 --> 00:39:13,268 What's going on? 559 00:39:16,855 --> 00:39:19,649 We all know what the government was up to... 560 00:39:19,983 --> 00:39:22,151 But those prisons were part of a much bigger threat. 561 00:39:23,236 --> 00:39:24,445 Hate crimes are up. 562 00:39:24,612 --> 00:39:27,240 People like Slade are getting more control. 563 00:39:27,407 --> 00:39:31,870 And Godfrey's anti-vigilante message, it's reaching more ears than ever before... 564 00:39:32,036 --> 00:39:34,205 And I don't think it's a coincidence. 565 00:39:34,372 --> 00:39:38,751 Sadly, Clark, there's no mystery to human fear and hatred. 566 00:39:39,210 --> 00:39:41,546 This time, there might be. 567 00:39:41,713 --> 00:39:43,506 There's something behind the darkness. 568 00:39:43,673 --> 00:39:47,093 Something that hero haters like Slade don't know is affecting them. 569 00:39:47,260 --> 00:39:50,388 When I sent the Kandorians away through the portal, in space... 570 00:39:50,555 --> 00:39:53,057 I opened a door for something to come to earth. 571 00:39:53,224 --> 00:39:57,353 Are you telling me that out of all the intergalactic bad boys we've faced... 572 00:39:57,520 --> 00:39:59,480 This one's actually worse? 573 00:39:59,647 --> 00:40:02,525 This is much worse. We can't even see it to fight it. 574 00:40:03,359 --> 00:40:06,905 This thing is like an evil that's spreading over the earth. 575 00:40:07,071 --> 00:40:09,115 It preys upon the dark side that we have. 576 00:40:09,282 --> 00:40:12,952 It feeds on our doubts, our fears, and our distrust. 577 00:40:14,203 --> 00:40:17,707 I'd say from where I'm standing, it's already on the winning side. 578 00:40:18,708 --> 00:40:20,668 I think it even infected Slade. 579 00:40:22,128 --> 00:40:26,507 Just before the facility exploded, I saw something on Slade's skull: 580 00:40:26,799 --> 00:40:27,967 The omega symbol. 581 00:40:28,343 --> 00:40:31,304 It was like it was branded there, almost like the Mark... 582 00:40:31,471 --> 00:40:33,348 Of the beast in revelations. 583 00:40:34,349 --> 00:40:37,060 Which would explain why he veered so far off his orders. 584 00:40:37,226 --> 00:40:40,813 You don't think Slade's the only pledge to the Alpha omega die fraternity. 585 00:40:41,397 --> 00:40:44,150 I think the omega's a sign of corruption. 586 00:40:44,317 --> 00:40:46,903 A Mark that the darkness has fully taken over someone. 587 00:40:47,528 --> 00:40:50,823 Didn't Kara say that a person had to be open to the darkness? 588 00:40:50,990 --> 00:40:53,409 That it can't infect anyone of pure heart? 589 00:40:53,576 --> 00:40:56,454 And which one of us doesn't have that weakness? 590 00:40:56,621 --> 00:40:59,457 A hidden hatred or fear that this thing couldn't prey upon? 591 00:40:59,874 --> 00:41:02,669 So basically, this thing doesn't have to do anything. 592 00:41:02,835 --> 00:41:05,129 It just waits for everybody's weaknesses... 593 00:41:05,296 --> 00:41:07,674 And then we destroy ourselves. 594 00:41:08,132 --> 00:41:10,051 If we can't stop it... 595 00:41:10,218 --> 00:41:13,638 The darkness will infect every person on this planet. 596 00:42:12,864 --> 00:42:14,866 [English - us - sdh]