1 00:00:01,669 --> 00:00:04,672 [The outhere brothers' "boom boom boom" playing] 2 00:00:07,758 --> 00:00:09,886 J“ I say boom boom boom let me hear you say wayo j“ 3 00:00:10,011 --> 00:00:10,928 j“ wayo j“ 4 00:00:11,012 --> 00:00:13,472 j“ I say boom boom boom now everybody say wayo j“ 5 00:00:13,556 --> 00:00:14,557 j“ wayo j“ 6 00:00:14,640 --> 00:00:17,476 j“ I say boom boom boom let me hear you say wayo j“ 7 00:00:17,560 --> 00:00:19,061 j“ wayo... j“ 8 00:00:19,937 --> 00:00:21,522 [whistling] 9 00:00:22,940 --> 00:00:25,735 Okay, take five. Kent and Turner, you're in the final. 10 00:00:26,319 --> 00:00:29,906 Dude, I'd definitely take you in a rematch. 11 00:00:29,989 --> 00:00:32,825 My foot slipped on the dive, ruined my rhythm. 12 00:00:32,992 --> 00:00:35,369 It's funny, I thought you were just slow. 13 00:00:37,872 --> 00:00:39,624 He's a hottie, isn't he? 14 00:00:40,291 --> 00:00:41,667 Look at him. 15 00:00:42,043 --> 00:00:45,546 - Who, Clark? - Oh, come on, Lana. 16 00:00:45,713 --> 00:00:48,174 - Krissy, Clark and I are just friends. - Right. 17 00:00:48,257 --> 00:00:51,761 J“ let me hear u say wayo... j“ 18 00:00:51,844 --> 00:00:54,430 - so, what do you think? - Awesome. 19 00:00:54,597 --> 00:00:57,808 I'll ask the principal if we can hang it in the cafeteria. 20 00:00:57,975 --> 00:01:01,229 You've really thrown yourself into spirit week. I'm impressed. 21 00:01:01,395 --> 00:01:05,524 Well, these are the best times of our lives. Isn't that what they say? 22 00:01:05,983 --> 00:01:08,736 To be honest, I'd forgotten how much fun this can be. 23 00:01:08,903 --> 00:01:11,822 - I'm looking foward to it. - Krissy. Hey, baby. 24 00:01:12,156 --> 00:01:15,826 Hey, Troy, you're dripping on my signs. 25 00:01:15,993 --> 00:01:20,164 - Don't you have another race? - Finals. I need a good-luck kiss. 26 00:01:21,666 --> 00:01:25,253 - Go. I can finish up here. - Thanks. Follow me. 27 00:01:26,587 --> 00:01:27,880 [Troy] Not a problem. 28 00:01:27,964 --> 00:01:30,967 [Jock jam cheerleaders' "be aggressive" playing] 29 00:01:31,050 --> 00:01:34,178 J“ be aggressive! B-e aggressive! J“ 30 00:01:34,262 --> 00:01:35,513 [whistling] 31 00:01:36,013 --> 00:01:39,392 [Coach] All right, this one's for bragging rights. Fastest in the school. 32 00:01:39,558 --> 00:01:41,978 Okay, guys, on the blocks. 33 00:01:43,271 --> 00:01:45,022 Come on, Troy, hurry up. 34 00:01:48,943 --> 00:01:50,861 Swimmers, take your marks. 35 00:01:52,113 --> 00:01:54,782 Three, two, one! 36 00:01:55,241 --> 00:01:57,451 [Whistling] 37 00:01:57,535 --> 00:02:00,579 J“ be aggressive! Be aggressive! J“ 38 00:02:06,544 --> 00:02:08,462 [Krissy] Troy? 39 00:02:08,796 --> 00:02:11,090 - Hey, hey! Troy! - [Girl] What's wrong with him? 40 00:02:11,299 --> 00:02:13,718 [Gasping] 41 00:02:15,553 --> 00:02:16,929 [Girl] He's going under! 42 00:02:17,763 --> 00:02:19,682 Somebody help him! 43 00:02:19,849 --> 00:02:22,143 Troy! Help him! 44 00:02:22,226 --> 00:02:25,229 [Dramatic music playing] 45 00:02:45,333 --> 00:02:46,500 [Theme music playing] 46 00:02:46,584 --> 00:02:51,630 J“ somebody save me j“ 47 00:02:53,132 --> 00:02:57,011 j“ let your warm hands break right through it j“ 48 00:02:57,094 --> 00:03:01,724 j“ somebody save me j“ 49 00:03:03,476 --> 00:03:07,271 j“ I don't care how you do it j“ 50 00:03:07,355 --> 00:03:11,901 -j“ just stay, stay j“ -j“ stay with me j“ 51 00:03:11,984 --> 00:03:17,573 j“ come on, I've been waiting for you j“ 52 00:03:17,656 --> 00:03:21,535 j“ to stay with me j“ 53 00:03:23,204 --> 00:03:27,666 j“ I made this whole world shine for you j“ 54 00:03:27,750 --> 00:03:31,962 j“ stay, stay j“ 55 00:03:32,046 --> 00:03:35,132 j“ come on j“ 56 00:03:46,894 --> 00:03:48,854 Open your mouth. 57 00:03:51,816 --> 00:03:53,067 Hey, that's perfect. 58 00:03:53,234 --> 00:03:56,904 All we have to do is come up with a snappy name, we'll make a fortune. 59 00:03:57,071 --> 00:03:59,490 Forget Mrs. Fields. You could be "Mrs. Kents." 60 00:03:59,657 --> 00:04:03,202 - I like the sound of that. - This is turning into a bigtime operation. 61 00:04:03,369 --> 00:04:06,330 Yeah. Thanks. I've added two convenience stores 62 00:04:06,497 --> 00:04:09,125 and the retirement center to my client list. 63 00:04:09,291 --> 00:04:11,085 That's great. 64 00:04:11,293 --> 00:04:13,087 What? 65 00:04:13,254 --> 00:04:16,090 I don't see how we'll pay the feed bill this month. 66 00:04:16,590 --> 00:04:19,844 [Martha] I could get an extension on our credit. 67 00:04:20,052 --> 00:04:21,387 We're three months behind. 68 00:04:21,512 --> 00:04:24,598 - Henry's a friend. He'll understand. - He already said no. 69 00:04:24,890 --> 00:04:28,018 [Martha] My salary from Lionel isn't enough. What are we gonna do? 70 00:04:28,102 --> 00:04:31,564 I don't know, we don't have a whole lot of options here. 71 00:04:31,730 --> 00:04:33,441 There is one call we can make. 72 00:04:37,069 --> 00:04:39,572 Maybe we should talk to my father. 73 00:04:44,076 --> 00:04:46,620 Why is it whenever anyone mentions grandad, 74 00:04:46,704 --> 00:04:49,665 everyone becomes quiet and uncomfortable? 75 00:04:49,832 --> 00:04:52,877 - Isn't it weird I've never met the guy? - Clark, I'm... 76 00:04:53,043 --> 00:04:57,173 I'm sorry you haven't had a relationship with your grandpa, I really am. 77 00:04:57,339 --> 00:04:59,550 But there's too much bad blood. 78 00:05:01,010 --> 00:05:04,388 I'm sorry, but I've got work to do. 79 00:05:13,272 --> 00:05:17,693 - Lana, where would you like these? - You can just put them on the counter. 80 00:05:17,860 --> 00:05:20,571 - Getting ready for the spirit week bash? - Trying to. 81 00:05:20,738 --> 00:05:25,784 I think Nell's used the projection booth as her personal storage since the late '70s. 82 00:05:33,000 --> 00:05:35,044 What are those? 83 00:05:35,211 --> 00:05:38,297 Clark, these photos are of my mom and some guy. 84 00:05:38,964 --> 00:05:40,883 Maybe he's an old boyfriend. 85 00:05:44,845 --> 00:05:47,223 They were taken when my parents were married. 86 00:05:47,389 --> 00:05:49,475 Maybe he was just a friend. 87 00:05:54,480 --> 00:05:57,149 - I'm sure you're right. - Right about what? 88 00:05:57,316 --> 00:05:59,485 The mystery man with Lana's mother. 89 00:05:59,652 --> 00:06:02,571 Hey, they make an attractive couple. 90 00:06:06,450 --> 00:06:10,162 And there could be a million explanations. Who do you think it is? 91 00:06:11,247 --> 00:06:13,332 I don't know, but I'll bet Nell does. 92 00:06:13,499 --> 00:06:17,378 Then mystery solved. I wish they were all this easy. 93 00:06:17,545 --> 00:06:20,130 Well, it's late, we should get to school. 94 00:06:20,297 --> 00:06:24,426 - I'm heading that way, if you need a lift. - I've got the first two periods off. 95 00:06:24,593 --> 00:06:28,264 - Clark? - No, I was just gonna run. 96 00:06:29,265 --> 00:06:32,017 I don't think you could outrun my Porsche, Clark. 97 00:06:34,061 --> 00:06:36,063 [Engine revving] 98 00:06:41,819 --> 00:06:44,488 Excuse me. What's going on? I need to get in there. 99 00:06:44,572 --> 00:06:48,534 - You should've been here earlier, Mr...? - Kent. Clark Kent. 100 00:06:48,701 --> 00:06:52,871 Ah. Of course. I noticed in your records you have a penchant for tardiness. 101 00:06:53,664 --> 00:06:56,834 - Who exactly are you? - I'm Mr. Reynolds, your new principal. 102 00:06:57,293 --> 00:07:00,212 - Oh, um, nice to meet you. - Yes. 103 00:07:00,296 --> 00:07:01,880 So you're aware, from now on, 104 00:07:02,047 --> 00:07:06,468 this gate locks when the bell rings and doesn't open until school is out. 105 00:07:06,635 --> 00:07:08,137 I'd, uh... 106 00:07:08,804 --> 00:07:12,808 I'd appreciate it if you'd give Clark a pass. He was late because of me. 107 00:07:12,975 --> 00:07:14,602 Lex Luthor. 108 00:07:14,768 --> 00:07:19,148 The Porsche, the attitude. Somehow I'm not surprised you're involved. 109 00:07:19,315 --> 00:07:22,109 - You know each other. - Mr. Reynolds was headmaster 110 00:07:22,276 --> 00:07:24,778 at excelsior prep during my stay there. 111 00:07:24,862 --> 00:07:27,072 You might find this hard to believe, Lex, 112 00:07:27,239 --> 00:07:30,701 but people should take responsibility for their own actions. 113 00:07:30,868 --> 00:07:34,079 - It won't happen again. - I'm keeping my eye on you, Mr. Kent. 114 00:07:34,622 --> 00:07:38,250 The next time it happens, automatic detention. 115 00:07:40,336 --> 00:07:41,587 Catch you later, Clark. 116 00:07:46,759 --> 00:07:51,680 Spare the rod, spoil the child. You haven't changed. What's next, school uniforms? 117 00:07:51,930 --> 00:07:56,185 I'd appreciate it if you'd stay away from my school and my students, Luthor. 118 00:07:56,352 --> 00:08:00,606 Listen, I know we had our share of run-ins at excelsior, but I was 14. 119 00:08:00,773 --> 00:08:03,525 Don't you think it's petty to be holding a grudge? 120 00:08:03,692 --> 00:08:06,403 That's awfully noble, coming from a Luthor. 121 00:08:07,446 --> 00:08:08,989 I'm a little confused. 122 00:08:09,156 --> 00:08:11,742 Exactly what did I do to earn such enmity? 123 00:08:14,286 --> 00:08:16,163 Good bye, Lex. 124 00:08:16,997 --> 00:08:20,000 [Ominous music playing] 125 00:08:22,169 --> 00:08:24,004 [Bell ringing] 126 00:08:24,088 --> 00:08:27,049 [B♪witched's "Mickey" playing] 127 00:08:28,050 --> 00:08:29,760 Kristine Parker? 128 00:08:30,761 --> 00:08:33,639 J“ oh, Mickey, you're so fine you're so fine, you blow my mind j“ 129 00:08:33,722 --> 00:08:35,307 j“ hey, Mickey, hey, hey... j“ 130 00:08:35,391 --> 00:08:38,560 - I'm principal Reynolds. - Hi, nice to finally meet you. 131 00:08:38,727 --> 00:08:42,898 - Did you get my memo about uniforms? - I did. Thank you, I'm looking into it. 132 00:08:43,065 --> 00:08:46,652 I understand you're the visionary behind our spirit week activities. 133 00:08:46,819 --> 00:08:49,613 Well, I just want everyone to have the best time ever. 134 00:08:49,780 --> 00:08:51,865 I admire your enthusiasm. 135 00:08:52,032 --> 00:08:56,161 I was going through the student files, trying to get to know everyone better 136 00:08:56,328 --> 00:08:59,581 and I noticed we don't have the transcripts from your last school. 137 00:08:59,748 --> 00:09:04,586 Huh. That's weird. But it figures, my guidance counselor was a total ditz. 138 00:09:04,753 --> 00:09:08,424 We need a copy on file. If you can have your parents fonnard it, 139 00:09:08,590 --> 00:09:12,428 - I'd appreciate it. - No problem, I'll tell them tonight. 140 00:09:16,223 --> 00:09:19,476 [Ominous music playing] 141 00:09:21,437 --> 00:09:25,357 I see Troy's death has joined the ranks of the unexplained and bizarre. 142 00:09:25,524 --> 00:09:31,155 Big time. The report said he died of an onset of a rapid aging disease, progeria. 143 00:09:31,321 --> 00:09:34,366 I thought that made you age over 10 years, not 10 seconds. 144 00:09:34,533 --> 00:09:39,204 Exactly. The coroner's running a test to tell whether Troy had progeria, or... 145 00:09:39,371 --> 00:09:41,248 Something unexplained and bizarre. 146 00:09:41,415 --> 00:09:46,462 Good luck investigating. You'll probably need a hall pass from our new principal. 147 00:09:46,628 --> 00:09:48,547 A lot of schools have a closed-campus policy. 148 00:09:48,630 --> 00:09:52,634 - Yeah. Why you so worked up? - I had a run-in with him. 149 00:09:52,801 --> 00:09:55,429 He busted me. Threatened to keep his eye on me. 150 00:09:55,596 --> 00:09:59,850 Wow. Clark's on the principal's bad-boy list. First time for everything. 151 00:10:00,017 --> 00:10:01,727 - Guy's a real hard case. - Right. 152 00:10:01,894 --> 00:10:05,481 First, it's a lock-down, next thing you know he'll be burning books. 153 00:10:05,647 --> 00:10:07,691 Wait till he comes after the torch. 154 00:10:07,858 --> 00:10:12,946 I did some digging on principal Reynolds to find out his views on the fourth estate. 155 00:10:13,530 --> 00:10:16,033 Harvard, b.A. Ph.D. at Columbia in education. 156 00:10:16,533 --> 00:10:21,163 Taught at prep schools all over Europe and the east coast. Pretty impressive résumé. 157 00:10:21,330 --> 00:10:25,375 His name was mentioned as the new head of the Metropolis board of education. 158 00:10:25,542 --> 00:10:28,670 Till one day he's dismissed from excelsior prep, 159 00:10:28,837 --> 00:10:30,881 and he doesn't work again until here. 160 00:10:31,048 --> 00:10:33,842 How does a guy on the fast track end up in Smallville? 161 00:10:34,009 --> 00:10:36,595 I don't know, but he's not wall of weird material. 162 00:10:37,012 --> 00:10:41,433 Just because the guy doesn't love you like every other teacher in this school, 163 00:10:41,600 --> 00:10:44,978 doesn't mean that he's hiding some dark past. 164 00:10:52,486 --> 00:10:54,738 Hey. Came by to see if you needed a hand. 165 00:10:54,905 --> 00:10:57,449 Thought you were helping your mom this afternoon. 166 00:10:57,616 --> 00:11:01,161 - She said she's got it covered. - Something wrong? 167 00:11:01,328 --> 00:11:03,705 My mom's been secretive the last couple days. 168 00:11:03,872 --> 00:11:06,375 A Kent secretive, that's shocking. 169 00:11:06,542 --> 00:11:09,878 - It has to do with my grandfather. - You've never mentioned him. 170 00:11:10,045 --> 00:11:13,215 I've never actually met him. I've only seen old pictures. 171 00:11:13,382 --> 00:11:17,344 - Do you know anything about him? - He was a corporate lawyer in Metropolis. 172 00:11:17,511 --> 00:11:20,597 He and my grandmother retired to coast city. 173 00:11:21,014 --> 00:11:23,475 When I was in sixth grade, I decided to call him. 174 00:11:23,559 --> 00:11:28,105 I left messages, but he never called back. Guess he wasn't interested. 175 00:11:28,272 --> 00:11:31,859 All these years I had this image of the kents as the perfect family. 176 00:11:32,025 --> 00:11:35,112 I guess we're just as dysfunctional as everyone else. 177 00:11:35,946 --> 00:11:38,490 I never did pressure my parents for the story. 178 00:11:38,657 --> 00:11:40,409 Maybe you didn't want to know. 179 00:11:40,784 --> 00:11:43,829 Maybe it's easier to live with the image than the truth. 180 00:11:43,996 --> 00:11:48,083 Looks like we're both dealing with secrets out of the past. 181 00:11:48,542 --> 00:11:52,671 I'm not sure what I'm gonna do, but this is your chance to get some answers. 182 00:11:54,590 --> 00:11:57,593 [Pensive music playing] 183 00:11:57,759 --> 00:12:00,137 I'll catch up with you later? 184 00:12:03,932 --> 00:12:08,604 Lana, the place looks fantastic. 185 00:12:09,688 --> 00:12:13,275 - You've done a really good job here. - Thanks. 186 00:12:13,442 --> 00:12:17,613 - Um, I wanted to talk to you about something. - Yeah, what is it? 187 00:12:19,948 --> 00:12:22,200 These pictures. 188 00:12:25,495 --> 00:12:26,872 Do you know who he is? 189 00:12:27,247 --> 00:12:30,125 Must have been one of your mom's old boyfriends. 190 00:12:30,292 --> 00:12:33,295 They were taken after mom and dad were already married. 191 00:12:33,462 --> 00:12:36,131 Just a year before I was born. 192 00:12:38,300 --> 00:12:40,218 Lana, what's this about? 193 00:12:41,219 --> 00:12:42,471 I'm not sure. 194 00:12:43,597 --> 00:12:45,349 Listen to me. 195 00:12:46,558 --> 00:12:48,101 Your mother... 196 00:12:48,560 --> 00:12:53,190 She loved you and your father more than anything else in this world. 197 00:12:54,024 --> 00:12:57,986 She never would have done anything to hurt either of you. 198 00:12:59,529 --> 00:13:01,448 You know that, don't you? 199 00:13:11,917 --> 00:13:14,920 [Dramatic music playing] 200 00:13:28,308 --> 00:13:29,935 Hi, dad. 201 00:13:30,102 --> 00:13:32,229 I appreciate you making the trip. 202 00:13:38,485 --> 00:13:40,362 I was surprised to get your message. 203 00:13:40,529 --> 00:13:43,323 Must have taken a lot for Jonathan to ask for my help. 204 00:13:43,490 --> 00:13:47,160 Jonathan is at the co-op in grandville. He doesn't know I called. 205 00:13:47,327 --> 00:13:50,580 Oh. I should have known. 206 00:13:52,833 --> 00:13:55,419 I imagined this place differently. 207 00:13:56,878 --> 00:13:59,297 But it's not the life I wanted for you, Martha. 208 00:13:59,464 --> 00:14:02,509 I'm happy, dad. It's a good life. 209 00:14:02,676 --> 00:14:06,805 For some people, maybe. But you had so much potential. 210 00:14:06,972 --> 00:14:11,935 Top 10 in your class. You could have gone to any law school you wanted. 211 00:14:12,102 --> 00:14:14,229 I had hoped you'd take over my practice. 212 00:14:14,396 --> 00:14:17,774 I never wanted to be a lawyer. This is the life I chose. 213 00:14:17,941 --> 00:14:20,444 This is the life Jonathan chose for you. 214 00:14:20,610 --> 00:14:23,989 - You just went along for the ride. - This isn't about Jonathan. 215 00:14:24,156 --> 00:14:27,993 You raised an independent daughter. You're angry because you got that. 216 00:14:28,160 --> 00:14:33,165 Here you are, 20 years later, going behind your husband's back asking me for money. 217 00:14:33,331 --> 00:14:36,293 - Mom? - [Martha] Clark. 218 00:14:36,752 --> 00:14:38,628 I thought you were at the Talon. 219 00:14:39,129 --> 00:14:41,715 I finished early. What's up? 220 00:14:44,342 --> 00:14:46,553 Clark, this is your grandfather. 221 00:14:49,806 --> 00:14:52,976 - Pleased to meet you, sir. - Hello, Clark. 222 00:14:58,899 --> 00:15:00,317 I'll, uh... 223 00:15:00,484 --> 00:15:02,319 I'll be at the motel. 224 00:15:03,111 --> 00:15:06,573 I'll have a cashier's check drawn tomorrow morning. 225 00:15:06,740 --> 00:15:10,535 Why don't you stay with us? We have plenty of room. 226 00:15:12,287 --> 00:15:15,332 I don't think that would be a very good idea, Clark. 227 00:15:16,666 --> 00:15:19,002 Well, how about dinner? 228 00:15:20,003 --> 00:15:22,005 One meal as a family. 229 00:15:22,172 --> 00:15:24,216 I'm sorry. 230 00:15:44,945 --> 00:15:48,865 I don't want your father having anything to do with our finances. 231 00:15:49,032 --> 00:15:50,951 Jonathan, what was I supposed to do? 232 00:15:51,118 --> 00:15:55,038 - Wait until the bank foreclosed? - I wish you'd said something to me first. 233 00:15:55,205 --> 00:15:58,959 - What's the harm in hearing him out? - You don't have to be the mediator. 234 00:15:59,126 --> 00:16:02,212 - I wish things could be different. - Why can't they be? 235 00:16:02,379 --> 00:16:06,883 You told me to look for the best in people. Maybe he's trying to put this behind him. 236 00:16:07,050 --> 00:16:09,386 I seriously doubt that, Clark. 237 00:16:10,512 --> 00:16:12,222 What happened that was so bad? 238 00:16:12,389 --> 00:16:15,600 It can't be any worse than what's in the storm cellar. 239 00:16:21,189 --> 00:16:25,819 When your mother and I decided to get married, I went to him to ask for her hand. 240 00:16:26,194 --> 00:16:29,322 - What'd he say? - I remember his exact words: 241 00:16:29,531 --> 00:16:33,535 "I will not let my daughter throw her life away by marrying a hick farmer 242 00:16:33,702 --> 00:16:36,371 that couldn't possibly support her." 243 00:16:36,621 --> 00:16:40,250 - Well, that's harsh. - That's the way he dealt with people. 244 00:16:40,500 --> 00:16:44,880 When he realized we were serious about getting married, he lost it. 245 00:16:45,046 --> 00:16:48,091 - He tried to shove me out of his office. - What happened? 246 00:16:56,099 --> 00:16:58,810 I'm not proud of that, I tried to apologize to him. 247 00:16:58,977 --> 00:17:02,564 He wouldn't have anything to do with it. Your grandfather and I... 248 00:17:02,731 --> 00:17:06,359 - Haven't spoken to each other since. - That was 20 years ago. 249 00:17:06,526 --> 00:17:09,946 He was willing to drive out here, maybe he wants to try again. 250 00:17:10,113 --> 00:17:14,284 Believe me, Clark, he's not here to help. He's here to gloat. 251 00:17:28,590 --> 00:17:30,675 [Girls cheering] 252 00:17:37,015 --> 00:17:41,728 Hey, I got a message you wanted to see me. Everything all right? 253 00:17:41,895 --> 00:17:44,147 I was wondering if you could do me a favor. 254 00:17:44,397 --> 00:17:47,651 I take it Nell couldn't identify the mystery man? 255 00:17:48,026 --> 00:17:50,362 If she could, she wouldn't tell me anything. 256 00:17:50,528 --> 00:17:52,155 I wanna know who it is. 257 00:17:52,822 --> 00:17:55,075 Well, that shouldn't be hard to find. 258 00:17:55,242 --> 00:17:58,870 But coming to terms with it could prove to be more complicated. 259 00:17:59,037 --> 00:18:00,497 What do you mean? 260 00:18:00,664 --> 00:18:02,832 Come on, you know the story of pandora. 261 00:18:02,999 --> 00:18:06,086 She was given a box by Zeus and warned never to open it. 262 00:18:06,253 --> 00:18:09,673 - She couldn't resist the temptation. - I'm not afraid of the truth. 263 00:18:09,839 --> 00:18:13,260 Neither was pandora. But once the box was open, it could never be closed. 264 00:18:13,343 --> 00:18:16,471 All the misery she released could never be put back. 265 00:18:16,638 --> 00:18:20,600 I appreciate the warning. And anything you can tell me. 266 00:18:20,809 --> 00:18:23,019 [Cheerleaders] Go, crows! 267 00:18:28,108 --> 00:18:29,442 - Hey, Chloe. - Hey, Clark. 268 00:18:29,609 --> 00:18:32,696 Oh. Clark, you might want to disappear for the next hour or so. 269 00:18:32,862 --> 00:18:34,864 - Why's that? - I'm about to interview 270 00:18:35,031 --> 00:18:37,117 your new best friend, principal Reynolds. 271 00:18:37,200 --> 00:18:40,120 Oh. Thanks for the heads-up. 272 00:18:43,206 --> 00:18:45,625 - What have you got there? - Remember my buddy Chad 273 00:18:45,792 --> 00:18:49,337 - that works at the m.E.'S office? - The guy with the black fingernail Polish. 274 00:18:49,421 --> 00:18:54,467 Oh. It's hard being Smallville's only goth. He sent me the autopsy report of Troy. 275 00:18:54,634 --> 00:18:58,138 It's amazing what lending someone your eyeliner can get you. 276 00:19:00,724 --> 00:19:02,267 So Troy didn't have progeria. 277 00:19:02,434 --> 00:19:07,063 No, but his pituitary gland, which produces hormones that control the aging process 278 00:19:07,230 --> 00:19:11,401 was completely drained. Like someone just sucked the youth out of him. 279 00:19:11,568 --> 00:19:14,279 Well, that's quite an assumption, miss Sullivan. 280 00:19:16,072 --> 00:19:17,699 Uh, principal Reynolds. 281 00:19:17,866 --> 00:19:21,870 I was just running through various scenarios, you know, 282 00:19:22,037 --> 00:19:25,248 wild theories and stuff. I'm shutting up now. 283 00:19:25,540 --> 00:19:28,918 Well, don't. I like my students thinking outside the box. 284 00:19:29,336 --> 00:19:31,755 I've been reading back issues of the torch. 285 00:19:31,838 --> 00:19:34,716 I see a lot of creativity and insight there. 286 00:19:34,883 --> 00:19:38,428 - You're kidding. - Well, unverified insight. 287 00:19:39,012 --> 00:19:43,099 But many a pulitzer has sprung from the seeds of wild theories. 288 00:19:45,727 --> 00:19:47,604 Just make sure you can back them up. 289 00:19:47,771 --> 00:19:51,816 That'll be the difference between writing trash for the inquisitor, 290 00:19:51,983 --> 00:19:54,944 - and reporting for the daily planet. - Wow. 291 00:19:57,906 --> 00:20:02,243 - Are you still up for that interview? - Well, give me half an hour. 292 00:20:05,455 --> 00:20:07,874 I was actually looking for you. 293 00:20:08,958 --> 00:20:10,835 I'd like to see you in my office. 294 00:20:21,930 --> 00:20:27,394 - You look like you feel a little out of place. - I've never been in the principal's office. 295 00:20:27,560 --> 00:20:31,606 You can start by sitting. I'll cut right to the chase. 296 00:20:33,400 --> 00:20:35,402 I think you're a slacker. 297 00:20:35,568 --> 00:20:38,863 Quit the football team before you played the first game, 298 00:20:39,030 --> 00:20:42,826 chronic tardiness, zero extracurriculars. 299 00:20:44,119 --> 00:20:47,997 I get very good grades and I write for the torch occasionally. 300 00:20:48,289 --> 00:20:51,000 Retyping the cafeteria menu isn't exactly writing. 301 00:20:51,167 --> 00:20:54,003 I see a lot of untapped potential in you, Mr. Kent. 302 00:20:54,337 --> 00:20:59,509 Mr. Reynolds, I don't understand, we just met. How could you judge me so quickly? 303 00:20:59,676 --> 00:21:02,095 How do you know Lex Luthor? 304 00:21:02,971 --> 00:21:05,723 Well, he's a friend of mine. Why? 305 00:21:05,890 --> 00:21:08,268 A person is judged by the company they keep. 306 00:21:08,435 --> 00:21:13,273 Lex Luthor doesn't have friends. He sees people as a means towards an end. 307 00:21:13,440 --> 00:21:15,525 I don't think that's true. 308 00:21:16,025 --> 00:21:20,363 Time will tell. Frankly, I'm more interested in your world. What are your goals? 309 00:21:20,530 --> 00:21:23,741 Well, uh, I'd like to help people. 310 00:21:23,908 --> 00:21:25,201 Something like that. 311 00:21:25,368 --> 00:21:29,080 Helping people is a noble aspiration. It's also rather vague. 312 00:21:29,247 --> 00:21:32,625 Where are you gonna be five years from now? 313 00:21:33,543 --> 00:21:35,587 To tell the truth, I'm not really sure. 314 00:21:35,753 --> 00:21:37,714 Well, I'm gonna help you to focus. 315 00:21:37,881 --> 00:21:42,302 I want you to write a five-page essay on where you're gonna be in five years. 316 00:21:42,469 --> 00:21:46,890 And I want it on my desk by the end of the school day on Friday. 317 00:21:48,516 --> 00:21:50,894 Sir, why are you doing this to me? 318 00:21:52,604 --> 00:21:55,106 This isn't punishment, Mr. Kent. 319 00:21:55,273 --> 00:21:57,567 Consider it a challenge. 320 00:22:07,660 --> 00:22:10,663 [Riddlin' kids' "I feel fine" playing] 321 00:22:16,753 --> 00:22:20,548 Clark, hey. Just in time to volunteer for the decorations committee. 322 00:22:20,715 --> 00:22:23,801 Actually, I've gotta finish my essay for Mr. Reynolds. 323 00:22:23,968 --> 00:22:26,596 That's a bummer. What's it about? 324 00:22:27,263 --> 00:22:29,849 What the future theoretically holds for me. 325 00:22:30,183 --> 00:22:32,852 Who cares about the future? 326 00:22:33,019 --> 00:22:35,980 - I think there's life after high school. - Sure. 327 00:22:36,147 --> 00:22:40,068 Yeah, as in a job, responsibilities, getting old. 328 00:22:40,151 --> 00:22:44,364 J“ I feel fine doesn't really matter now 'cause I'm all right j“ 329 00:22:44,447 --> 00:22:47,408 j“ she knocked me on my ass again but I don't mind j“ 330 00:22:47,492 --> 00:22:51,037 j“ looks like I'm alone again and I feel fine... j“ 331 00:22:51,204 --> 00:22:53,790 - is everything all right? - Of course. 332 00:22:55,500 --> 00:22:58,044 Krissy, we've got the lighting the way you want it. 333 00:22:58,211 --> 00:23:00,421 Great. Let's see what you got. 334 00:23:07,887 --> 00:23:09,472 Let me guess. 335 00:23:09,639 --> 00:23:13,560 Reynolds wants to know where you see yourself five years from now? 336 00:23:15,353 --> 00:23:18,147 He made me do that assignment when I was at excelsior. 337 00:23:18,314 --> 00:23:20,358 He's nothing if not consistent. 338 00:23:22,819 --> 00:23:26,030 He doesn't exactly have a high opinion of you. 339 00:23:26,197 --> 00:23:27,615 I wasn't a model student, 340 00:23:27,782 --> 00:23:31,494 but imagine being a bald 14-year-old in an elite prep school. 341 00:23:31,661 --> 00:23:35,164 - Must have been tough. - I had a major chip on my shoulder. 342 00:23:35,331 --> 00:23:36,583 But Reynolds saw through it. 343 00:23:36,749 --> 00:23:41,588 He challenged me to own up to my actions not to assume the mantle of the rich kid. 344 00:23:41,754 --> 00:23:44,674 He was tough but fair. I liked him for that. 345 00:23:44,841 --> 00:23:50,346 I wish it was mutual. Whatever he has against you, he's taking it out on me. 346 00:23:50,597 --> 00:23:54,434 I'm sorry being friends with me comes with such a high price. 347 00:23:56,519 --> 00:24:00,440 So exactly, uh, how long were you planning to work on this essay? 348 00:24:01,649 --> 00:24:04,068 I'm just not ready to go home yet. 349 00:24:08,197 --> 00:24:11,909 - Something wrong? - No, it's just family stuff. 350 00:24:12,201 --> 00:24:15,038 Come on, Clark, I'm the king of family dysfunction. 351 00:24:17,206 --> 00:24:21,169 My father and grandfather hate each other, and I feel caught in the middle. 352 00:24:21,336 --> 00:24:23,296 And you'd like to play peacemaker. 353 00:24:23,463 --> 00:24:26,924 Best thing to do is put them in a room and let them fight it out. 354 00:24:27,091 --> 00:24:29,177 So you're saying I should play hardball. 355 00:24:29,302 --> 00:24:31,471 That's up to you, but... 356 00:24:31,638 --> 00:24:36,851 It'll take that sort of determination to bring your father and grandfather together. 357 00:24:38,853 --> 00:24:40,855 [Jock jam cheerleaders' "be aggressive" playing] 358 00:24:41,064 --> 00:24:43,107 What do you think? 359 00:24:43,274 --> 00:24:45,902 Perfect. 360 00:24:46,235 --> 00:24:49,364 - Thank you for doing this, Russell. - It's been a weird week. 361 00:24:49,530 --> 00:24:53,242 - Feels good to be doing something. - I know you and Troy were friends. 362 00:24:54,619 --> 00:24:56,371 I really miss him. 363 00:24:58,706 --> 00:25:01,751 Well, that's why I came to see you, Russell. 364 00:25:01,918 --> 00:25:03,920 For Troy. 365 00:25:05,963 --> 00:25:08,132 For the others. 366 00:25:08,216 --> 00:25:11,135 The others? What are you talking about? 367 00:25:11,344 --> 00:25:12,887 [Giggles] 368 00:25:15,431 --> 00:25:17,892 The ones who will live inside me forever. 369 00:25:17,975 --> 00:25:21,229 J“ be aggressive! B-e aggressive! J“ 370 00:25:21,312 --> 00:25:28,319 j“ b-e a-g-g-r-e—s-s-i—v—e aggressive, b-e aggressive j“ 371 00:25:30,697 --> 00:25:33,700 [pensive music playing] 372 00:25:40,748 --> 00:25:42,083 Hey, dad, got a minute? 373 00:25:42,250 --> 00:25:46,754 You gotta talk to me while we're working. We got a lot to do before it gets dark. 374 00:25:46,921 --> 00:25:49,549 There's someone I want you to see. 375 00:25:56,389 --> 00:25:59,892 - Your mother put you up to this? - No, this was all my idea. 376 00:26:00,059 --> 00:26:01,310 Don't blame the boy. 377 00:26:01,477 --> 00:26:05,106 The problems we have are between us. Martha says you need help. 378 00:26:05,273 --> 00:26:06,273 I'm here to give it. 379 00:26:06,774 --> 00:26:11,487 - Now you want to be part of this family? - I don't want anything from you. 380 00:26:11,654 --> 00:26:15,199 I brought a check because I won't watch my daughter suffer. 381 00:26:15,366 --> 00:26:18,995 - Couldn't resist turning that knife? - Dad, give him a chance. 382 00:26:19,162 --> 00:26:22,165 - You two can work this out. - I don't think so, son. 383 00:26:22,331 --> 00:26:25,460 It's just like 20 years ago, the same argument and attitude. 384 00:26:25,626 --> 00:26:30,298 Not quite. It has been 20 years. But everything I predicted has come true. 385 00:26:30,882 --> 00:26:34,802 I knew Martha was making a big mistake when she married you. 386 00:26:34,969 --> 00:26:36,971 That's not true, grandad. 387 00:26:37,472 --> 00:26:40,475 You'll have to swallow your pride to save this farm. 388 00:26:40,641 --> 00:26:43,603 I don't need a lecture on how to take care of my family. 389 00:26:43,770 --> 00:26:47,231 You're just as stubborn and pig-headed as you were the day we met. 390 00:26:47,398 --> 00:26:49,442 You get off my land. 391 00:26:50,026 --> 00:26:51,819 Gladly. 392 00:26:52,361 --> 00:26:54,363 Grandad, wait. 393 00:26:55,031 --> 00:26:58,409 - It wasn't supposed to be like this. - Just let him go, son. 394 00:26:59,118 --> 00:27:00,995 I know you had good intentions... 395 00:27:01,746 --> 00:27:03,831 But some things just can't change. 396 00:27:07,168 --> 00:27:09,587 Let's unload the truck. 397 00:27:10,004 --> 00:27:11,380 [Bell rings] 398 00:27:12,673 --> 00:27:15,551 - Clark, wait up. - Hey. 399 00:27:17,470 --> 00:27:19,722 You look like the wind got knocked out of you. 400 00:27:19,889 --> 00:27:22,683 I'm just dealing with some family issues. 401 00:27:22,975 --> 00:27:24,435 You want to talk about it? 402 00:27:24,602 --> 00:27:26,938 The more I talk about it, the worse they get. 403 00:27:27,104 --> 00:27:30,775 Did you guys hear about Russell? They found his body behind the Talon. 404 00:27:30,942 --> 00:27:33,402 - What happened? - He aged, like, 100 years. 405 00:27:33,569 --> 00:27:36,989 The police thought it was a homeless guy until they found his ID. 406 00:27:37,156 --> 00:27:39,826 Two progeria deaths in two days, what are the odds? 407 00:27:39,992 --> 00:27:44,372 Lana wanted to cancel the party but principal Reynolds asked her not to. 408 00:27:44,539 --> 00:27:46,916 He said he wanted to keep things normal. 409 00:27:47,083 --> 00:27:51,546 He obviously hasn't had his normal meter reset for Smallville. 410 00:27:58,052 --> 00:28:01,639 - What is it, Clark? - I saw Russell with krissy at the Talon. 411 00:28:01,806 --> 00:28:04,058 Troy was with her before he went geriatric. 412 00:28:04,392 --> 00:28:07,520 - It's not exactly a smoking gun. - It's worth a look. 413 00:28:07,687 --> 00:28:10,898 We could check out her old records. See if there's anything strange. 414 00:28:11,107 --> 00:28:12,149 [Bell rings] 415 00:28:12,316 --> 00:28:14,277 I'll start and I'll tell you what I find. 416 00:28:21,826 --> 00:28:23,953 Interesting choice. 417 00:28:24,161 --> 00:28:26,247 The count of monte cristo. 418 00:28:27,665 --> 00:28:31,544 Classic tale of a man whose past comes back to haunt him. 419 00:28:33,254 --> 00:28:35,715 Why are you here, Lex? 420 00:28:37,717 --> 00:28:40,469 We're upgrading our computer system at the plant. 421 00:28:40,636 --> 00:28:43,848 Thought we might donate our old computers to Smallville high. 422 00:28:44,265 --> 00:28:46,267 You are not an alumnus. 423 00:28:46,559 --> 00:28:48,644 Call it a thank-you. 424 00:28:50,479 --> 00:28:54,734 You pushed me. And in hindsight, I appreciate that. 425 00:28:54,901 --> 00:28:57,570 In some ways, you're responsible for the man I am today. 426 00:28:57,778 --> 00:29:01,824 I'm not sure that's a burden I care to take on. 427 00:29:01,991 --> 00:29:06,037 Besides the tax deduction, what's the quid pro quo? 428 00:29:06,829 --> 00:29:09,624 Now, why do you think I want anything in return? 429 00:29:09,790 --> 00:29:14,128 Because I've learned there's always a price when dealing with the Luthors. 430 00:29:15,630 --> 00:29:19,884 Stop turning your antagonism towards me against Clark Kent. 431 00:29:21,719 --> 00:29:23,721 Lionel has taught you well. 432 00:29:23,888 --> 00:29:27,642 - My father? - Yes. This meeting? 433 00:29:27,808 --> 00:29:31,520 It reminds me of the incident that almost got you expelled. 434 00:29:31,687 --> 00:29:35,274 - He had nothing to do with that. - No, only later. 435 00:29:35,942 --> 00:29:38,611 After receiving notice of your expulsion hearing, 436 00:29:38,778 --> 00:29:43,491 he generously offered the trustees a new library, with two conditions: 437 00:29:43,658 --> 00:29:48,120 That you were allowed to stay, and I was allowed to go. 438 00:29:50,665 --> 00:29:54,210 History has an interesting way of repeating itself, doesn't it? 439 00:29:54,293 --> 00:29:57,296 [Pensive music playing] 440 00:30:06,514 --> 00:30:09,100 Clark, I hope I'm not interrupting. 441 00:30:09,433 --> 00:30:14,689 I could use the inspiration. I thought you'd be swamped with party prep by now. 442 00:30:14,855 --> 00:30:18,526 I was heading over to the Talon, but this arrived at my house. 443 00:30:20,444 --> 00:30:24,156 I asked Lex to look into those photos of my mother. 444 00:30:24,782 --> 00:30:27,284 You think there's more to it than meets the eye? 445 00:30:27,451 --> 00:30:30,997 I don't know, he sent me this. I haven't opened it yet. 446 00:30:31,163 --> 00:30:34,709 As badly as I want the truth, I'm afraid I won't like what I find. 447 00:30:34,875 --> 00:30:36,252 Why the change of heart? 448 00:30:36,961 --> 00:30:40,715 The image of my parents the way I thought they were is all I have. 449 00:30:40,881 --> 00:30:43,384 You don't want to lose that. 450 00:30:43,551 --> 00:30:46,345 Maybe just by doubting, I already have. 451 00:30:49,348 --> 00:30:52,226 How are things with your grandfather? 452 00:30:52,393 --> 00:30:54,228 "Disaster" is an understatement. 453 00:30:54,395 --> 00:30:58,566 I took him to see my father. It was like watching history repeat itself. 454 00:30:58,733 --> 00:31:00,234 So, what's next? 455 00:31:01,068 --> 00:31:03,112 I hate to see it end like this. 456 00:31:03,279 --> 00:31:06,365 But I can't control the way they act around each other. 457 00:31:06,532 --> 00:31:08,075 Are you gonna try again? 458 00:31:08,576 --> 00:31:10,286 I can't do anything about the past. 459 00:31:10,453 --> 00:31:13,122 Maybe I can do something about the future. 460 00:31:19,754 --> 00:31:20,755 Clark. 461 00:31:20,838 --> 00:31:25,092 I don't want our relationship to end before it ever had a chance to begin. 462 00:31:25,551 --> 00:31:28,429 Well, you can come in if you want. 463 00:31:29,597 --> 00:31:33,642 But you'll have to excuse me, I'm running a little late. 464 00:31:37,688 --> 00:31:40,733 There's something I wanted to show you. 465 00:31:41,525 --> 00:31:43,194 It's our photo album. 466 00:31:43,277 --> 00:31:47,948 School plays, camping trips, backyard activities, stuff that families do together. 467 00:31:51,118 --> 00:31:53,913 I wanted you to see our family the way I do. 468 00:31:54,080 --> 00:31:56,624 We're more than old arguments and overdue bills. 469 00:31:58,959 --> 00:32:01,462 I'd like you to give this to your mother. 470 00:32:01,629 --> 00:32:05,466 It's a cashier's check. Tell her she can use it now, a year from now, 471 00:32:05,633 --> 00:32:09,970 - whenever she needs it. - Why don't you give it to her yourself? 472 00:32:10,471 --> 00:32:11,972 I'm sorry, Clark. 473 00:32:12,306 --> 00:32:17,686 I don't understand how a man who hasn't seen his family in 20 years can walk away. 474 00:32:25,945 --> 00:32:30,116 - Krissy, I need to talk to you. - Is there a problem, Mr. Reynolds? 475 00:32:30,282 --> 00:32:33,327 I left three messages for your parents, still no answer. 476 00:32:33,494 --> 00:32:34,954 They've been really busy. 477 00:32:35,121 --> 00:32:38,332 - Is this still about my transcripts? - And you. 478 00:32:38,582 --> 00:32:42,086 I've been making an effort to get to know the students and parents. 479 00:32:42,253 --> 00:32:45,506 Maybe I can come by your house this weekend when they're home. 480 00:32:45,673 --> 00:32:47,842 They'll be at the Talon for the rally. 481 00:32:48,008 --> 00:32:53,180 - You could meet us before the party. - That'll be fine. See you there. 482 00:32:55,641 --> 00:32:58,644 [Ominous music playing] 483 00:33:09,363 --> 00:33:11,699 Where have you been? I left you six messages. 484 00:33:11,866 --> 00:33:16,412 - Sorry, it's been a weird day. - It's about to get weirder. Take a look. 485 00:33:16,996 --> 00:33:18,998 Florida, 12 years ago, Piper high school. 486 00:33:19,165 --> 00:33:22,793 Three students died of the same mysterious fiber-progeria. 487 00:33:22,960 --> 00:33:26,005 All in a 48-hour period. Let me guess, krissy was involved. 488 00:33:26,338 --> 00:33:27,673 Try "missy." 489 00:33:28,799 --> 00:33:30,885 [Clark] Class of '90, missy Parker. 490 00:33:31,051 --> 00:33:34,471 - Different name, same face. - Yeah, it gets better. 491 00:33:34,930 --> 00:33:38,058 Lakewood high, class of '81... There she is again. 492 00:33:39,310 --> 00:33:42,897 You won't believe this. I matched krissy to triple progeria cases, 493 00:33:43,063 --> 00:33:46,692 going back to Hammond school for girls, class of 1921. 494 00:33:46,859 --> 00:33:49,320 It's like she feeds off youth to stay young. 495 00:33:49,486 --> 00:33:53,073 Takes the Peter Pan complex to a whole new level. 496 00:33:53,240 --> 00:33:57,494 Troy was killed almost two days ago, Russell was killed yesterday. 497 00:33:57,661 --> 00:34:00,748 - Krissy's gonna need another victim. - I'll call the police. 498 00:34:09,965 --> 00:34:12,968 [Jock jam cheerleaders' "be aggressive" playing] 499 00:34:15,721 --> 00:34:16,972 J“ get ready to bounce j“ 500 00:34:17,973 --> 00:34:21,143 j“ be aggressive b-e aggressive j“ 501 00:34:21,227 --> 00:34:25,397 j“ b-e a-g-g-r-e—s-s-i—v—e aggressive... j“ 502 00:34:25,481 --> 00:34:27,233 krissy? 503 00:34:41,330 --> 00:34:43,249 Krissy? 504 00:34:44,458 --> 00:34:46,418 [Krissy] Mr. Reynolds. 505 00:34:46,585 --> 00:34:48,671 So, what do you think? 506 00:34:48,837 --> 00:34:52,800 I think you've taken spirit week to a whole new level. 507 00:34:53,550 --> 00:34:57,888 - Are your parents here yet? - Actually, Mr. Reynolds, 508 00:34:58,055 --> 00:35:00,224 they died. Over a century ago. 509 00:35:00,641 --> 00:35:02,309 What are you talking about? 510 00:35:02,476 --> 00:35:06,522 See, I've seen the future, Mr. Reynolds, again and again, 511 00:35:06,647 --> 00:35:08,816 and I've learned one thing: 512 00:35:13,696 --> 00:35:17,741 These are the best years of anyone's life. 513 00:35:23,580 --> 00:35:26,041 Clark, thought you were the band. 514 00:35:26,333 --> 00:35:30,838 If they don't show, we're stuck with a half-dozen mp3s and my boom box. 515 00:35:31,005 --> 00:35:32,673 [Clark] Have you seen krissy? 516 00:35:33,382 --> 00:35:36,218 Yeah, she was just here. 517 00:35:36,302 --> 00:35:38,804 [Ominous music playing] 518 00:35:45,644 --> 00:35:50,065 - What's going on? - Just go look the door, don't let anyone in. 519 00:35:52,192 --> 00:35:55,112 Krissy, stop! I know what's going on. 520 00:35:55,571 --> 00:35:57,239 You need help. 521 00:35:58,574 --> 00:36:01,076 I need him. 522 00:36:06,248 --> 00:36:09,376 I'm not gonna let you hurt anyone else. 523 00:36:09,543 --> 00:36:12,087 I am saving them, Clark. 524 00:36:12,254 --> 00:36:15,716 From lives that will never be as happy as they are right now. 525 00:36:16,008 --> 00:36:19,970 - There's more to life than cheerleading. - You're wrong. 526 00:36:20,846 --> 00:36:25,768 You will never be this young, this beautiful... 527 00:36:26,602 --> 00:36:29,271 Or this perfect again. 528 00:36:33,984 --> 00:36:35,861 [Screams, then grunts] 529 00:36:44,411 --> 00:36:47,414 [Dramatic music playing] 530 00:37:09,937 --> 00:37:12,022 - More bills, huh, dad? - Yeah. 531 00:37:12,189 --> 00:37:14,900 Seems like these darned things keep right on coming. 532 00:37:15,067 --> 00:37:18,112 Clark, you've had quite a week. Any fallout from school? 533 00:37:18,278 --> 00:37:21,698 - [Clark] Spirit week is officially kaput. - I'm sorry to hear that. 534 00:37:21,865 --> 00:37:23,283 Principal's gonna be okay. 535 00:37:23,450 --> 00:37:26,995 He warned me about being late when they loaded him into the ambulance. 536 00:37:27,579 --> 00:37:31,333 I know the situation with your grandpa is bugging you. It should, but... 537 00:37:31,500 --> 00:37:32,751 I went to go see him. 538 00:37:35,671 --> 00:37:38,382 He asked me to give this to you. 539 00:37:41,718 --> 00:37:45,347 He said he tried to get involved in my life after the adoption. 540 00:37:45,514 --> 00:37:48,100 Why wouldn't you let him see me? 541 00:37:48,267 --> 00:37:49,685 Well, it's complicated. 542 00:37:49,852 --> 00:37:52,312 It can't be that complicated, he's my grandfather. 543 00:37:54,231 --> 00:37:57,234 Clark, when you were a little boy, 544 00:37:57,401 --> 00:38:00,320 you couldn't control your abilities like now. 545 00:38:00,487 --> 00:38:05,075 If he'd spent any time with us, I think he might have found out your secret. 546 00:38:05,242 --> 00:38:06,618 He's family. 547 00:38:06,785 --> 00:38:09,913 We had such a history of disagreeing on things, 548 00:38:09,997 --> 00:38:13,167 we just didn't know how he'd react. 549 00:38:13,333 --> 00:38:16,670 We couldn't be sure we could trust him. 550 00:38:17,129 --> 00:38:20,466 So he's not a part of our lives because of me? 551 00:38:21,175 --> 00:38:25,762 Son, every young man wants to have a relationship with his grandpa. 552 00:38:26,138 --> 00:38:29,725 But in your case, it just may not be possible. 553 00:38:37,858 --> 00:38:41,403 [Our lady peace's "somewhere out there" playing] 554 00:38:41,487 --> 00:38:42,946 [Clark] Lana. 555 00:38:43,280 --> 00:38:46,450 - Working on something important? - Just finished my essay. 556 00:38:46,617 --> 00:38:51,413 - So where you gonna be in five years? - In college, probably studying journalism. 557 00:38:51,955 --> 00:38:53,290 You're kidding. 558 00:38:53,874 --> 00:38:56,418 Don't tell Chloe, but I think it's growing on me. 559 00:38:56,585 --> 00:39:00,339 I like to find the truth behind things. I'm tired of having secrets in my life. 560 00:39:00,964 --> 00:39:02,341 And personally? 561 00:39:02,424 --> 00:39:05,260 J“ we laid underneath the stars... j“ 562 00:39:05,344 --> 00:39:10,140 I've decided I'm gonna find a way to have a relationship with my grandfather. 563 00:39:11,350 --> 00:39:14,061 How about you, is everything okay? 564 00:39:14,770 --> 00:39:17,356 Clark, I read Lex's file. 565 00:39:17,523 --> 00:39:21,151 According to court papers, my parents filed for divorce in 1985. 566 00:39:21,318 --> 00:39:23,237 Irreconcilable differences. 567 00:39:23,403 --> 00:39:26,240 - But they worked it out, right? - Eventually. 568 00:39:26,406 --> 00:39:29,493 But they were legally separated for over a year. 569 00:39:30,244 --> 00:39:33,705 - So the guy in the picture? - Could be more than a friend. 570 00:39:37,000 --> 00:39:40,671 I was born right after my parents got back together. 571 00:39:40,754 --> 00:39:43,423 J“ I know you're out there... j“ 572 00:39:43,507 --> 00:39:45,259 my father could still be alive. 573 00:39:45,342 --> 00:39:52,224 J“ you're falling out of reach defying gravity, yeah j“ 574 00:39:52,307 --> 00:39:56,645 j“ I know you're out there somewhere out there j“ 575 00:39:56,728 --> 00:39:59,773 j“ you're falling back to me j“ 576 00:39:59,856 --> 00:40:04,236 j“ the star that I can see, yeah j“ 577 00:40:04,319 --> 00:40:08,865 j“ I know you're out there somewhere out there j“ 578 00:40:11,910 --> 00:40:14,746 j“ you're falling out of reach j“ 579 00:40:14,830 --> 00:40:17,958 j“ oh, I know j“ 580 00:40:25,007 --> 00:40:28,010 [Theme music playing]