1 00:00:01,710 --> 00:00:03,146 [Narrator] Previously on Smallville... 2 00:00:03,170 --> 00:00:05,506 - Who do you think you are? - Tess Mercer. 3 00:00:05,672 --> 00:00:09,468 I'm now the acting ceo of LuthorCorp and all its subsidiaries. 4 00:00:09,843 --> 00:00:10,928 Will you marry me? 5 00:00:11,011 --> 00:00:12,011 [Agent 1] Don't move! 6 00:00:12,179 --> 00:00:13,979 [Agent 2] Chloe Sullivan, you're under arrest. 7 00:00:14,139 --> 00:00:15,307 Jimmy, get Clark! 8 00:00:15,474 --> 00:00:18,977 Chloe Sullivan was never arrested by the department of domestic security. 9 00:00:19,144 --> 00:00:22,898 She's at a research compound in Montana called black creek. 10 00:00:24,858 --> 00:00:26,944 This was retrieved from the excavation site. 11 00:00:27,110 --> 00:00:28,213 [Tess] And the Montana facility? 12 00:00:28,237 --> 00:00:31,114 [Kat] Completely dismantled, and the guests have been re-assimilated. 13 00:00:31,281 --> 00:00:32,783 I'm so glad you're okay. 14 00:00:32,950 --> 00:00:34,159 Jimmy. 15 00:00:35,911 --> 00:00:36,954 Yes. 16 00:00:40,207 --> 00:00:42,143 [Clark] I've been holding on to a life on this farm 17 00:00:42,167 --> 00:00:43,627 that hasn't existed for years. 18 00:00:44,211 --> 00:00:45,971 I'll see you bright and early Monday morning. 19 00:00:46,046 --> 00:00:48,507 You're looking at the newest recruit to the daily planet. 20 00:00:49,007 --> 00:00:50,647 Looks like we're gonna be neighbors, Lane. 21 00:01:08,318 --> 00:01:10,320 [Reporters chattering] 22 00:01:22,457 --> 00:01:23,542 [Sighs] 23 00:01:26,920 --> 00:01:27,920 [Clark clears throat] 24 00:01:29,089 --> 00:01:31,675 Wow, big points for punctuality, Smallville... 25 00:01:31,758 --> 00:01:34,428 But what's with the wardrobe malfunction? 26 00:01:34,595 --> 00:01:35,595 What? 27 00:01:36,763 --> 00:01:37,931 This is a nice shirt. 28 00:01:38,348 --> 00:01:39,348 [Scoffs] 29 00:01:40,017 --> 00:01:42,144 Human resources is gonna be down here any minute 30 00:01:42,227 --> 00:01:45,981 and you do not wanna meet them looking like brawny lumberjack. 31 00:01:48,734 --> 00:01:49,734 Hold on. 32 00:01:53,697 --> 00:01:56,325 Hey. Personal space, Lane. Remember? 33 00:01:56,491 --> 00:01:57,491 [Sighs] 34 00:01:57,618 --> 00:01:59,870 Gq here needs some roadside assistance. 35 00:01:59,953 --> 00:02:01,204 Let me borrow your spare. 36 00:02:02,205 --> 00:02:03,457 Come with me. 37 00:02:04,166 --> 00:02:06,477 - Don't tell me I have to wear a tie. - Always dress for success. 38 00:02:06,501 --> 00:02:08,754 No time for the men's room. Let's change in here. 39 00:02:09,421 --> 00:02:13,258 - A phone booth is not exactly private. - Burning daylight hours, Clark. Change. 40 00:02:14,760 --> 00:02:17,179 Lucky for you it's a slow news day and I was at my desk. 41 00:02:17,262 --> 00:02:19,115 Othennise, you could have spent your entire career 42 00:02:19,139 --> 00:02:21,141 being nicknamed "farm boy" or "flannel man." 43 00:02:21,308 --> 00:02:22,643 [Woman] Hey, Lois. 44 00:02:23,477 --> 00:02:25,270 Trust me, the news game can be brutal. 45 00:02:25,354 --> 00:02:27,606 You do not want to bomb on your first day. Hi. 46 00:02:29,066 --> 00:02:31,360 So how do I look? 47 00:02:39,993 --> 00:02:40,993 Good. 48 00:02:43,538 --> 00:02:46,083 [Explosion] 49 00:02:46,249 --> 00:02:48,794 [Crowd shouting] 50 00:02:52,589 --> 00:02:54,299 So much for the slow news day. 51 00:02:56,718 --> 00:02:57,718 Clark? 52 00:02:59,346 --> 00:03:01,014 [Crowd shouting] 53 00:03:11,024 --> 00:03:13,360 [All shouting] 54 00:03:13,527 --> 00:03:15,237 [Woman] Down here! 55 00:03:23,829 --> 00:03:26,540 [All shouting] 56 00:03:26,707 --> 00:03:28,792 - [Man] Go ahead. - [Clark] Get away from the bus. 57 00:03:29,710 --> 00:03:30,836 Okay. Come on. 58 00:03:31,712 --> 00:03:33,088 [Woman coughing] 59 00:03:33,255 --> 00:03:34,297 [Man] Let's go. 60 00:03:44,349 --> 00:03:46,435 [Sirens wailing] 61 00:03:49,855 --> 00:03:52,023 [Crowd chattering] 62 00:04:02,534 --> 00:04:04,369 Guess this must be my stop. 63 00:04:09,207 --> 00:04:10,041 [Opening theme song playing] 64 00:04:10,125 --> 00:04:15,130 Somebody save me 65 00:04:16,548 --> 00:04:19,968 let your warm hands break right through 66 00:04:20,051 --> 00:04:25,182 somebody save me 67 00:04:26,975 --> 00:04:30,395 don't care how you do it 68 00:04:30,479 --> 00:04:35,066 just stay, stay 69 00:04:35,275 --> 00:04:37,110 come on 70 00:04:37,277 --> 00:04:40,864 I've been waiting for you 71 00:04:40,947 --> 00:04:45,076 just stay with me 72 00:04:46,661 --> 00:04:51,124 I've made this whole world shine for you 73 00:04:51,208 --> 00:04:55,212 just stay, stay 74 00:04:55,295 --> 00:04:57,839 come on 75 00:05:02,928 --> 00:05:05,263 [Sirens wailing] 76 00:05:08,433 --> 00:05:10,477 [Firefighters chattering] 77 00:05:13,438 --> 00:05:16,066 [Crowd chattering] 78 00:05:19,361 --> 00:05:21,279 [Coughing] 79 00:05:27,994 --> 00:05:29,913 [Gasping] 80 00:05:30,705 --> 00:05:32,749 [Chloe] Oh, my god. Are you okay? 81 00:05:32,958 --> 00:05:35,627 Can somebody help us over here, please? 82 00:05:35,794 --> 00:05:36,795 [Bette gasping] 83 00:05:37,254 --> 00:05:38,672 [Chloe] Over here. 84 00:05:42,425 --> 00:05:43,552 [Bette coughing] 85 00:05:43,760 --> 00:05:44,803 - Hi. - Was she on the bus? 86 00:05:44,886 --> 00:05:45,886 I don't know. 87 00:05:46,596 --> 00:05:47,848 Can you do a... 88 00:05:48,515 --> 00:05:49,933 Hold on to this for me. 89 00:05:50,642 --> 00:05:53,019 - What's your name? - Bette. 90 00:05:53,186 --> 00:05:56,398 You inhaled a lot of smoke, Bette. We're gonna give you a little fresh air. 91 00:05:56,565 --> 00:05:58,483 Take slow, deep breaths. 92 00:05:59,109 --> 00:06:00,443 Try to stay calm, okay? 93 00:06:01,570 --> 00:06:04,239 I'm gonna check you over. Tell me if anything hurts. 94 00:06:06,658 --> 00:06:07,826 [Chloe] Hang in there, Bette. 95 00:06:10,161 --> 00:06:11,204 It's okay. 96 00:06:11,663 --> 00:06:12,747 You're doing great. 97 00:06:14,875 --> 00:06:15,875 You too. 98 00:06:16,835 --> 00:06:18,128 Thank god you heard me. 99 00:06:19,337 --> 00:06:20,380 You're hard to miss. 100 00:06:20,881 --> 00:06:21,881 Look at me. 101 00:06:22,424 --> 00:06:25,069 Well, Bette, apart from breathing in all that smoke, you're gonna be okay. 102 00:06:25,093 --> 00:06:26,988 We should still get you to met general just to be sure. 103 00:06:27,012 --> 00:06:28,292 Think you can make it to my rig? 104 00:06:31,141 --> 00:06:32,702 - Can you grab my bag? - Yeah, of course. 105 00:06:32,726 --> 00:06:34,311 - Thanks. Uh... - Chloe. 106 00:06:34,477 --> 00:06:37,606 Davis. You make a good wingman, Chloe. Or wingperson. 107 00:06:37,772 --> 00:06:38,857 Thank you for your help. 108 00:06:40,859 --> 00:06:42,736 Now, straight to the hospital, okay? 109 00:06:43,653 --> 00:06:44,821 You're gonna be okay. 110 00:06:45,447 --> 00:06:47,490 You'll be all right. Excuse me. Mind taking a look? 111 00:06:47,574 --> 00:06:48,574 Yes. 112 00:06:49,242 --> 00:06:51,012 There was a woman with red hair and the paramedics took her. 113 00:06:51,036 --> 00:06:53,055 I helped her get out of the bus and the paramedics took her. 114 00:06:53,079 --> 00:06:54,098 Do you know if she's all right? 115 00:06:54,122 --> 00:06:55,842 A lot of people have been coming in and out, 116 00:06:55,916 --> 00:06:58,251 but the most seriously injured are at the hospital. 117 00:06:58,460 --> 00:07:00,420 - You should try there. - Thank you. 118 00:07:00,503 --> 00:07:02,047 Hey. Clark. 119 00:07:02,714 --> 00:07:03,714 Chloe? 120 00:07:05,342 --> 00:07:07,469 - Are you all right? - Yeah. I just got here. 121 00:07:07,636 --> 00:07:10,764 I just helped this girl that was on that bus. What happened? 122 00:07:10,847 --> 00:07:12,158 I heard there was a bomb on the bus, 123 00:07:12,182 --> 00:07:13,862 but I haven't had a chance to check it out. 124 00:07:14,517 --> 00:07:16,798 Even a dress shirt can't hide the hero in you, huh, Clark? 125 00:07:16,853 --> 00:07:18,313 Heck of a first day at the office. 126 00:07:18,396 --> 00:07:20,732 Well, that's why I'm there. So I can help more people. 127 00:07:20,899 --> 00:07:22,019 Working at the daily planet, 128 00:07:22,067 --> 00:07:23,985 I'll hear about every crisis as it happens. 129 00:07:24,527 --> 00:07:26,127 I just wish that you were there with me. 130 00:07:26,321 --> 00:07:29,366 You know, now that Lex isn't running things... 131 00:07:29,532 --> 00:07:30,575 Yeah. Heh. 132 00:07:30,742 --> 00:07:33,745 I've spent almost my entire life praying to the gods ofjournalism. 133 00:07:33,828 --> 00:07:36,028 It might be kind of nice to try something new, you know? 134 00:07:36,206 --> 00:07:37,332 See how it feels. 135 00:07:37,707 --> 00:07:39,125 Now you're ready for a change? 136 00:07:40,961 --> 00:07:42,212 Actually, uh... 137 00:07:42,379 --> 00:07:43,546 [Cell phone beeps] 138 00:07:43,630 --> 00:07:45,256 There's pretty big changes. 139 00:07:45,548 --> 00:07:46,675 [Sighs] 140 00:07:47,258 --> 00:07:50,220 Apparently the goddess ofjournalism is wondering where I am. 141 00:07:50,387 --> 00:07:51,554 With Lois on the case, 142 00:07:51,638 --> 00:07:54,391 it's gonna get harder to duck away to save the day. 143 00:07:55,266 --> 00:07:57,828 If I could hide my secret from you, I think I can handle your cousin. 144 00:07:57,852 --> 00:07:59,312 Huh. Good luck with that. 145 00:08:00,563 --> 00:08:01,563 I gotta go. 146 00:08:02,148 --> 00:08:05,110 Uh, tell Lois that I said to take it easy on you. 147 00:08:17,914 --> 00:08:20,041 Whoa, Clark, what happened? Are you okay? 148 00:08:20,250 --> 00:08:22,168 Why? Were you worried about me? 149 00:08:22,252 --> 00:08:24,963 Uh, no. I'm trying to chase down a lead on this story. 150 00:08:25,046 --> 00:08:26,756 I don't wanna have to chase after you too. 151 00:08:28,174 --> 00:08:30,111 Hey, did you happen to hear anything while you were out there 152 00:08:30,135 --> 00:08:31,344 making your ash angels? 153 00:08:31,428 --> 00:08:32,470 Actually, I did. 154 00:08:32,554 --> 00:08:35,265 The police think the bomb misfired, since there weren't casualties. 155 00:08:35,557 --> 00:08:37,183 Didn't feel like a misfire to me. 156 00:08:38,435 --> 00:08:40,437 All right. Who's your source? 157 00:08:42,230 --> 00:08:44,107 I'm sorry, Lois. I didn't get a name. 158 00:08:44,274 --> 00:08:46,526 I was too busy, you know, helping people. 159 00:08:47,652 --> 00:08:49,612 Okay. Rule number one, 160 00:08:49,779 --> 00:08:51,823 always know your source. 161 00:08:52,449 --> 00:08:53,700 I understand. 162 00:08:54,200 --> 00:08:56,036 Look, if you're gonna teach a class 163 00:08:56,119 --> 00:08:59,456 on Lois Lane's rules of reporting, I think I'd rather read the cliff notes. 164 00:09:00,123 --> 00:09:01,833 Boss wants to see you. Now. 165 00:09:04,210 --> 00:09:06,713 Okay, my first official meeting with our latest leader. 166 00:09:06,880 --> 00:09:07,922 Not you. Kent. 167 00:09:10,759 --> 00:09:12,469 Well, you're gonna wanna clean yourself up. 168 00:09:12,802 --> 00:09:15,680 Uh, rule numbertwo, always make a good first impression, 169 00:09:15,764 --> 00:09:17,432 and don't screw up with the boss. 170 00:09:18,308 --> 00:09:19,893 I think that's two rules. 171 00:09:21,227 --> 00:09:23,897 Whatever. Try not to get fired on your first day, okay? 172 00:09:26,191 --> 00:09:27,484 [Sighs] 173 00:09:36,868 --> 00:09:37,952 [Man] Go right in. 174 00:09:42,582 --> 00:09:43,750 [Tess] Have a seat, Mr. Kent. 175 00:09:54,844 --> 00:09:57,680 Tess Mercer, acting ceo of LuthorCorp. 176 00:09:58,765 --> 00:09:59,765 You're my boss? 177 00:10:00,433 --> 00:10:02,833 You weren't this shy when I was the damsel in distress, Kent. 178 00:10:03,311 --> 00:10:05,772 Don't tell me you're intimidated by a powerful woman. 179 00:10:05,939 --> 00:10:09,109 No, I just... I'm surprised to see you back at work so soon. 180 00:10:09,192 --> 00:10:12,320 Well, I have big shoes to fill, and the paramedic said that I was fine. 181 00:10:14,114 --> 00:10:15,240 It's unusual, isn't it? 182 00:10:15,406 --> 00:10:18,284 For the new ceo of LuthorCorp to be taking the bus to work? 183 00:10:18,618 --> 00:10:19,869 I'm going green. 184 00:10:20,286 --> 00:10:22,372 You know, doing what I can to save the planet. 185 00:10:22,455 --> 00:10:26,209 But for the sake of the shareholders, let's keep that between ourselves. Hmm? 186 00:10:27,544 --> 00:10:29,254 Seems we were destined to meet. 187 00:10:30,255 --> 00:10:32,340 I already had you on my "to do" list today. 188 00:10:37,178 --> 00:10:39,055 Lex told me all about you. 189 00:10:42,308 --> 00:10:43,434 [Chuckles] 190 00:10:43,601 --> 00:10:45,061 Well, not much to tell, really. 191 00:10:46,646 --> 00:10:49,566 Hmm. He said you have a thing for saving people. 192 00:10:50,191 --> 00:10:52,068 After this morning, I'd say that's true. 193 00:10:52,986 --> 00:10:55,029 Ever since Lex's disappearance, 194 00:10:55,113 --> 00:10:57,782 I have used all of LuthorCorp's resources to find him. 195 00:10:57,991 --> 00:11:00,743 - Do you have any leads? - The world's a big place. 196 00:11:01,661 --> 00:11:04,455 I was hoping his good friend could tell me where to look. 197 00:11:06,332 --> 00:11:07,417 [Sighs] 198 00:11:08,042 --> 00:11:10,336 The Lex Luthor that I knew disappeared years ago. 199 00:11:11,296 --> 00:11:13,214 It's been a long time since we were friends. 200 00:11:15,175 --> 00:11:16,634 I don't know what happened to him. 201 00:11:19,470 --> 00:11:20,470 Fair enough. 202 00:11:21,931 --> 00:11:24,267 But if you do think of something, please give me a call. 203 00:11:25,518 --> 00:11:26,518 And Clark... 204 00:11:28,354 --> 00:11:30,106 You were extraordinary out there. 205 00:11:31,941 --> 00:11:33,568 Thank you for saving my life. 206 00:11:41,868 --> 00:11:44,454 I saw how this job consumed Lex's life. 207 00:11:45,955 --> 00:11:47,916 I'd hate to see the same thing happen to yours. 208 00:11:59,260 --> 00:12:00,386 Handsome. 209 00:12:00,553 --> 00:12:01,553 And a liar. 210 00:12:02,263 --> 00:12:03,473 He's hiding something. 211 00:12:04,682 --> 00:12:05,934 I'll have someone watch him. 212 00:12:06,226 --> 00:12:08,811 No. I'll keep an eye on this one personally. 213 00:12:33,378 --> 00:12:34,504 - Hey. - [Chloe] Hey. 214 00:12:34,671 --> 00:12:38,466 Doc says I'm okay. But I feel like I just threw down with a cardinal cold. 215 00:12:38,633 --> 00:12:40,134 Well, I figured you'd be hungry. 216 00:12:40,218 --> 00:12:41,818 So, unfortunately, it's meatloaf mondays. 217 00:12:41,844 --> 00:12:43,471 But I did score you some curly fries. 218 00:12:43,554 --> 00:12:46,599 Are you kidding? Hot food's good any day of the week. 219 00:12:46,683 --> 00:12:47,683 Thanks. 220 00:12:48,434 --> 00:12:51,562 I, uh... I'm surprised your parents aren't here. 221 00:12:53,898 --> 00:12:56,401 It's really cool what you did for me and everything, 222 00:12:56,484 --> 00:12:58,736 but doesn't mean I have to tell you my life story. 223 00:13:00,238 --> 00:13:01,447 I wasn't asking. 224 00:13:04,033 --> 00:13:05,535 I haven't seen them in years. 225 00:13:05,618 --> 00:13:08,830 I'm kind of in between homes right now. 226 00:13:13,209 --> 00:13:15,878 You know, why don't I grab you a soda to wash that down. 227 00:13:22,010 --> 00:13:23,010 Hey. 228 00:13:23,803 --> 00:13:25,722 - Davis, hi. - How's she doing? 229 00:13:25,930 --> 00:13:28,308 Uh, she got a clean bill of health. 230 00:13:28,558 --> 00:13:32,061 But, uh, I just found out that she's a street kid. 231 00:13:32,603 --> 00:13:36,733 So I was gonna drop her off at the city shelter tonight. 232 00:13:37,608 --> 00:13:39,527 She's a 15-year-old girl, Chloe. 233 00:13:39,610 --> 00:13:41,730 You think she's gonna be safe in a Metropolis shelter? 234 00:13:42,196 --> 00:13:43,489 Not too streetwise, are you? 235 00:13:44,282 --> 00:13:45,700 I was just trying to help. 236 00:13:46,492 --> 00:13:47,577 If you have any ideas, 237 00:13:47,660 --> 00:13:50,580 please step up and do something. 238 00:14:00,423 --> 00:14:02,967 So I hear that you need a place to stay. 239 00:14:09,098 --> 00:14:10,099 Not really. 240 00:14:12,143 --> 00:14:13,770 But if you did, I have a friend. 241 00:14:13,853 --> 00:14:16,314 And she runs a home and it's pretty nice. 242 00:14:16,481 --> 00:14:18,149 Is she some kind of religious nut? 243 00:14:18,232 --> 00:14:19,942 'Cause I don't really roll with the holy. 244 00:14:20,026 --> 00:14:23,196 It's not like that. She helps girls learn some skills, score a job. 245 00:14:23,279 --> 00:14:24,439 I can get you an application. 246 00:14:25,656 --> 00:14:27,158 Or you can forget it. 247 00:14:27,241 --> 00:14:28,241 It's your choice. 248 00:14:29,660 --> 00:14:32,330 Look, Bette, you can stay with me tonight if you need to. 249 00:14:35,333 --> 00:14:36,667 You're nice, Chloe. 250 00:14:36,751 --> 00:14:38,086 Kind of like a girl scout. 251 00:14:38,544 --> 00:14:40,713 I don't wanna be your latest merit badge. 252 00:14:41,172 --> 00:14:45,009 Okay, I'm gonna take my thin mints and head home. 253 00:14:45,093 --> 00:14:47,512 Thought you might want a safe place to stay tonight. 254 00:14:47,929 --> 00:14:49,722 But would I still be a free agent? 255 00:14:52,308 --> 00:14:55,186 As long as you promise to think about Davis' offer. 256 00:15:01,025 --> 00:15:02,110 Okay, I'm in. 257 00:15:02,819 --> 00:15:03,945 Great. Let's go. 258 00:15:10,410 --> 00:15:12,578 [Clark] That new boss, she came out of nowhere, huh? 259 00:15:12,745 --> 00:15:15,873 [Lois] You tell me. You're the one who just spent quality time with her. 260 00:15:16,040 --> 00:15:17,800 [Clark] She just wanted to welcome me aboard. 261 00:15:18,209 --> 00:15:19,877 Don't try to keep secrets from me, Clark. 262 00:15:19,961 --> 00:15:21,462 Tess Mercer is a pit bull in Prada. 263 00:15:21,629 --> 00:15:23,965 There's no way she'd roll out the welcome mat for a copyboy 264 00:15:24,048 --> 00:15:25,883 no matter how charming his smile is. 265 00:15:26,050 --> 00:15:27,468 You think I have a charming smile? 266 00:15:28,261 --> 00:15:31,221 I think you're about to lose some teeth if you don't tell me what she said. 267 00:15:31,264 --> 00:15:33,141 Lois, you sound like a jealous girlfriend 268 00:15:33,266 --> 00:15:35,143 jealous, of you? 269 00:15:35,726 --> 00:15:39,230 Please, that would be like Willie mays being jealous of a bat boy. 270 00:15:40,565 --> 00:15:41,691 Watch and learn. 271 00:15:47,738 --> 00:15:49,907 Lois Lane, daily planet. 272 00:15:50,283 --> 00:15:52,577 - Care to show me around? - No press allowed. 273 00:15:58,583 --> 00:15:59,667 Swing and a miss. 274 00:15:59,750 --> 00:16:00,750 [Lois chuckles] 275 00:16:00,918 --> 00:16:02,462 I'm just getting started. 276 00:16:08,009 --> 00:16:09,260 Excuse me. 277 00:16:09,719 --> 00:16:10,970 Do you like baseball? 278 00:16:11,888 --> 00:16:15,266 Who's your favorite player? Because I can get you a signed photograph 279 00:16:15,433 --> 00:16:18,227 of anyone you want if you just do me this little favor. 280 00:16:18,311 --> 00:16:20,188 [Officer] Sorry, ma'am. No one is allowed in. 281 00:16:20,605 --> 00:16:23,483 - [Lois] What's your name, officer? - [Officer] Officer Darren. 282 00:16:26,360 --> 00:16:28,520 [CSI agent 1] Double checked? It's got to be a mistake. 283 00:16:28,654 --> 00:16:29,906 [CSI agent 2] No mistake, sir. 284 00:16:30,072 --> 00:16:32,408 We haven't found one shred of explosive material. 285 00:16:32,492 --> 00:16:35,119 There's no residue, no detonator, there's nothing. 286 00:16:35,203 --> 00:16:36,847 I'm telling you, t here's no bomb in this box. 287 00:16:36,871 --> 00:16:37,955 [Lois] Wake up, Smallville. 288 00:16:38,247 --> 00:16:41,167 That cop's about as stiff as his starched uniform. Let's move on. 289 00:16:41,250 --> 00:16:43,211 Lois, I just heard there was no bomb. 290 00:16:48,341 --> 00:16:50,110 That doesn't look like the engine overheating. 291 00:16:50,134 --> 00:16:52,303 Look, we need talk to somebody who was on the bus. 292 00:16:53,471 --> 00:16:56,265 Chloe called. She's helping a homeless girl who was there. 293 00:16:56,349 --> 00:16:58,619 Maybe you could ask her what she saw, and I'll track down the others. 294 00:16:58,643 --> 00:17:00,645 The thing is, not so good with the kids. 295 00:17:00,728 --> 00:17:03,128 Why don't you take little orphan Annie, and I'll do the rest. 296 00:17:14,617 --> 00:17:17,119 Bette, thank you so much. 297 00:17:17,286 --> 00:17:19,455 It's just a grilled cheese, no big. 298 00:17:19,622 --> 00:17:22,625 All this takeout, I thought you could use something home-cooked. 299 00:17:22,792 --> 00:17:23,960 [Knocking on door] 300 00:17:25,836 --> 00:17:28,589 It's okay. It's just, uh, my friend Clark. Don't worry about it. 301 00:17:28,756 --> 00:17:29,756 What's up? 302 00:17:30,675 --> 00:17:33,177 Wait, I remember you. You helped me get off the bus. 303 00:17:33,344 --> 00:17:34,720 Yeah. I'm glad you're okay, Bette. 304 00:17:35,763 --> 00:17:37,723 Do you mind if I ask you a few questions? 305 00:17:39,308 --> 00:17:41,852 Did you see anything before the blast? Anything unusual? 306 00:17:42,019 --> 00:17:43,187 Anything strange? 307 00:17:44,313 --> 00:17:46,607 - What, are you like a cop or something? - Clark. 308 00:17:47,316 --> 00:17:48,776 She's been through a lot today. 309 00:17:48,859 --> 00:17:49,694 What's going on? 310 00:17:49,777 --> 00:17:51,988 The police say there's no evidence of a bomb. 311 00:17:52,446 --> 00:17:55,533 I think someone with a meteor power may have caused the blast. 312 00:17:57,535 --> 00:17:59,287 What's a meteor power? 313 00:18:00,705 --> 00:18:04,292 Uh, sometimes people develop special abilities 314 00:18:04,375 --> 00:18:07,503 after being exposed to a certain type of meteor rock. 315 00:18:08,379 --> 00:18:09,505 Tommy. 316 00:18:10,506 --> 00:18:11,882 Another street kid. 317 00:18:12,133 --> 00:18:15,344 He told me he found this weird rock a couple of days ago, 318 00:18:15,428 --> 00:18:17,805 and now, whenever he gets angry, things heat up. 319 00:18:18,723 --> 00:18:20,433 I thought he was messing with me. 320 00:18:20,600 --> 00:18:22,059 We got into a fight today. 321 00:18:22,226 --> 00:18:25,146 He was being a jerk. So I ran onto the bus to get away from him. 322 00:18:25,229 --> 00:18:27,589 - Do you know where can I find him? - I know where he hangs. 323 00:18:27,648 --> 00:18:29,248 I think I can remember how to get there. 324 00:18:29,400 --> 00:18:32,153 Wait, Bette. This guy sounds dangerous. I don't think you should go. 325 00:18:32,320 --> 00:18:35,281 Well, I'll wait in the car. I can point him out to you. 326 00:18:36,490 --> 00:18:37,533 [Door opens] 327 00:18:40,661 --> 00:18:42,079 [Man] One-eighty, man. 328 00:18:43,539 --> 00:18:44,539 Yeah, bro. 329 00:18:45,041 --> 00:18:46,959 He's over there, sitting down. 330 00:18:48,836 --> 00:18:50,171 [Clark] I saw him earlier. 331 00:18:50,338 --> 00:18:51,964 He was running away from the bus. 332 00:18:57,720 --> 00:18:58,720 Tommy? 333 00:19:00,890 --> 00:19:02,391 It's all right. I just wanna talk. 334 00:19:04,352 --> 00:19:05,603 Tommy, it's okay. 335 00:19:08,731 --> 00:19:09,731 Stay here. 336 00:19:12,693 --> 00:19:13,693 Tommy. 337 00:19:14,236 --> 00:19:15,236 Tommy. 338 00:19:15,988 --> 00:19:18,282 - You don't have to be afraid. - [Tommy] Get away from me! 339 00:19:18,866 --> 00:19:21,285 It'll be okay, Tommy. I promise. 340 00:19:21,452 --> 00:19:23,412 No. No. No. You're lying! 341 00:19:23,621 --> 00:19:24,621 Just be calm, all right? 342 00:19:24,664 --> 00:19:26,183 There's no reason for anyone to get hurt. 343 00:19:26,207 --> 00:19:27,249 Get away from me! 344 00:19:27,541 --> 00:19:29,669 Bette, stay back, he could be dangerous. 345 00:19:30,294 --> 00:19:31,837 How can you do this to me? 346 00:19:32,129 --> 00:19:34,215 Just... just stay away. 347 00:19:39,303 --> 00:19:40,429 Tommy! 348 00:19:57,947 --> 00:19:59,448 [Clark] He was scared, Lois. 349 00:19:59,657 --> 00:20:02,617 I don't think he meant to hurt anyone. He just couldn't control his powers. 350 00:20:02,785 --> 00:20:05,788 He blew up a bus, Clark. Almost killed a lot of people. 351 00:20:05,871 --> 00:20:07,623 I'd say this was textbook Karma. 352 00:20:11,293 --> 00:20:12,128 [Recorder beeps] 353 00:20:12,211 --> 00:20:13,045 Thanks. 354 00:20:13,129 --> 00:20:15,190 Hey, you didn't tell me that you were recording that. 355 00:20:15,214 --> 00:20:16,974 Don't get your tights in a twist, Smallville. 356 00:20:17,049 --> 00:20:19,093 I'll just refer to you as "sources say." 357 00:20:19,260 --> 00:20:23,681 Besides, if I'm gonna write Tommy was a human bomb, I need scientific proof. 358 00:20:23,848 --> 00:20:25,641 We could check the autopsy report. 359 00:20:25,725 --> 00:20:27,369 See how much meteor rock was in his system. 360 00:20:27,393 --> 00:20:28,728 The coroner won't release it 361 00:20:28,811 --> 00:20:30,771 if it's part of an ongoing investigation. 362 00:20:32,690 --> 00:20:36,277 But I bet we could find a copy lying around the hospital. 363 00:20:36,444 --> 00:20:38,487 [Clark] By find, I'm assuming you mean steal? 364 00:20:38,571 --> 00:20:41,657 Rule number three, do whatever it takes to get the story. 365 00:20:41,741 --> 00:20:43,367 You really should be writing these down. 366 00:20:43,451 --> 00:20:45,953 Lois, be careful. There's some lines you shouldn't cross. 367 00:20:46,036 --> 00:20:48,873 The only line I'm worried about is a byline. 368 00:20:48,956 --> 00:20:50,876 And so should you, Clark. We're in this together. 369 00:20:51,000 --> 00:20:52,585 You wanna share a byline with me? 370 00:20:52,668 --> 00:20:53,836 Oh, god, no. 371 00:20:54,044 --> 00:20:55,796 But I got you the obit. 372 00:20:56,422 --> 00:20:58,549 - Tommy's obituary? - Absolutely. 373 00:20:58,632 --> 00:20:59,693 You helped break the story, 374 00:20:59,717 --> 00:21:01,969 so you get to commemorate the kid in ten lines or less. 375 00:21:02,386 --> 00:21:03,386 [Sighs] 376 00:21:03,429 --> 00:21:07,016 Don't be so squeamish. Most of us got started writing want ads. 377 00:21:07,099 --> 00:21:10,436 You know what, there was a time when I would've killed for an obit. 378 00:21:12,605 --> 00:21:13,773 Are you coming? 379 00:21:15,316 --> 00:21:16,150 [Door opens] 380 00:21:16,233 --> 00:21:17,233 [Sighs] 381 00:21:19,028 --> 00:21:20,237 [Door opens] 382 00:21:20,404 --> 00:21:21,530 [Chloe] Oh. 383 00:21:21,697 --> 00:21:23,407 [Lights tinkling] 384 00:21:23,574 --> 00:21:25,785 [Chloe grunting] 385 00:21:30,623 --> 00:21:33,334 [Davis] You know, if you just reach a little bit higher, 386 00:21:33,918 --> 00:21:35,558 you're definitely gonna need an ambulance. 387 00:21:35,711 --> 00:21:38,172 Guess I'm lucky there's a paramedic in the building. 388 00:21:38,923 --> 00:21:41,884 Yeah, well, you asked me to bring over this application. 389 00:21:46,305 --> 00:21:47,556 Ahem. Give me. 390 00:21:49,058 --> 00:21:51,227 Oh, I did talk to my friend. 391 00:21:51,393 --> 00:21:55,314 And she says that there is a spot open at the home for Bette. 392 00:21:56,607 --> 00:21:58,025 That's great. 393 00:22:01,987 --> 00:22:04,615 She could really use some good news right now. 394 00:22:05,366 --> 00:22:07,243 Her day got even worse a little while ago 395 00:22:07,326 --> 00:22:08,345 and she needed some space. 396 00:22:08,369 --> 00:22:09,411 So I came here. 397 00:22:16,418 --> 00:22:17,418 Thank you. 398 00:22:17,503 --> 00:22:19,383 At least she had a place to stay, thanks to you. 399 00:22:20,714 --> 00:22:21,799 [Chloe clears throat] 400 00:22:22,633 --> 00:22:23,633 Thanks. 401 00:22:28,556 --> 00:22:30,015 Isis foundation. 402 00:22:30,099 --> 00:22:33,352 So what, adopt a pyramid, save a sphinx, that kind of thing? 403 00:22:33,435 --> 00:22:37,857 Heh, cute. Uh, actually, it's more like a counseling center. 404 00:22:37,940 --> 00:22:40,877 I'm house-sitting for a friend of mine until she finds someone to take it over. 405 00:22:40,901 --> 00:22:44,029 I'm surprised I haven't heard of it. The hospital sends out updates 406 00:22:44,113 --> 00:22:45,990 on all the mental health facilities. 407 00:22:46,073 --> 00:22:48,576 Well, she has very specific clients. 408 00:22:48,659 --> 00:22:52,872 People with, uh, special skills that are sometimes a little dangerous. 409 00:22:53,330 --> 00:22:55,291 You mean like meteor types? 410 00:22:56,750 --> 00:23:00,129 I drive an ambulance in Metropolis, Chloe. I've seen a lot of things. 411 00:23:00,212 --> 00:23:02,923 At least enough to know that they could use the help. 412 00:23:05,801 --> 00:23:07,636 Have you ever thought about helping them? 413 00:23:07,845 --> 00:23:10,681 - No, I don't... - I saw you with Bette today. 414 00:23:10,764 --> 00:23:13,767 You cared enough to take her under your wing. That's rare. 415 00:23:13,934 --> 00:23:17,271 And think how hard it must be for these meteor people 416 00:23:17,354 --> 00:23:18,689 to find someone they can trust. 417 00:23:19,773 --> 00:23:21,066 But am I streetwise enough? 418 00:23:21,734 --> 00:23:23,777 Okay. Forget what I said earlier. 419 00:23:23,861 --> 00:23:26,238 I can come off a little strong. 420 00:23:26,822 --> 00:23:29,283 That's okay. At least now I understand where it comes from. 421 00:23:30,492 --> 00:23:31,535 Understand how? 422 00:23:32,161 --> 00:23:33,996 Well, I googled you. 423 00:23:34,246 --> 00:23:35,956 And I read an interview that you gave 424 00:23:36,040 --> 00:23:37,767 about running away from foster homes as a kid. 425 00:23:37,791 --> 00:23:39,335 You researched me? 426 00:23:40,085 --> 00:23:41,085 [Chuckles] 427 00:23:41,211 --> 00:23:43,315 Well, you know, I always kind of wanted my own stalker. 428 00:23:43,339 --> 00:23:46,300 Ha, ha. It isn't like that, Davis. It's just that... 429 00:23:46,383 --> 00:23:49,553 No, really. I used to be a reporter, and so I have a serious... 430 00:23:50,262 --> 00:23:52,139 Curiosity complex. 431 00:23:52,514 --> 00:23:54,808 - Okay. Yeah. - And I'm engaged. 432 00:23:58,145 --> 00:24:00,230 You're the first person I've told about that. 433 00:24:00,397 --> 00:24:02,399 Well, um... congratulations. 434 00:24:02,483 --> 00:24:05,569 That's a very unique engagement ring. 435 00:24:06,737 --> 00:24:10,282 Uh, well, it's the story behind the ring that really makes it special. 436 00:24:11,367 --> 00:24:14,119 I went away for a little while, and he never gave up on me. 437 00:24:16,705 --> 00:24:17,748 Well, Chloe... 438 00:24:18,457 --> 00:24:20,918 I grew up hearing a lot of four letter words 439 00:24:21,001 --> 00:24:23,170 and love wasn't exactly one of them. 440 00:24:24,213 --> 00:24:26,674 If you found it, real love... 441 00:24:28,384 --> 00:24:29,468 Hold onto it. 442 00:24:35,599 --> 00:24:39,103 And if anyone tells you that's a cliche, I'll personally kick their ass. 443 00:24:41,605 --> 00:24:43,816 [Both chuckle] 444 00:25:06,922 --> 00:25:08,007 [Door opens] 445 00:25:09,008 --> 00:25:11,010 [Footsteps approaching] 446 00:25:13,095 --> 00:25:14,471 Did you find her? 447 00:25:14,638 --> 00:25:16,557 She's gone off the grid again. 448 00:25:18,058 --> 00:25:19,810 Don't come back until you do. 449 00:25:25,566 --> 00:25:26,859 Is there something else? 450 00:25:27,151 --> 00:25:28,235 The girl's dangerous. 451 00:25:28,402 --> 00:25:31,113 You tried to approach her on the bus and she blew it up. 452 00:25:31,822 --> 00:25:35,242 Mr. Luthor would've had us terminate the problem on sight. 453 00:25:37,161 --> 00:25:38,871 I'm your boss now. 454 00:25:39,038 --> 00:25:40,748 And since we've never worked together, 455 00:25:40,914 --> 00:25:44,043 I can't trust that you'll see this through to my satisfaction. 456 00:25:44,626 --> 00:25:47,337 Bring her here, I'll handle her. 457 00:25:48,213 --> 00:25:49,381 End of story. 458 00:26:05,814 --> 00:26:08,275 Lois, you can't just walk in and steal a file. 459 00:26:08,442 --> 00:26:11,278 - It's a crime, you'll go to prison. - I have a plan, Clark. 460 00:26:11,445 --> 00:26:13,572 Would you like to share it? I'm having doubts. 461 00:26:13,781 --> 00:26:14,781 [Lois sighs] 462 00:26:14,948 --> 00:26:16,283 When in doubt... 463 00:26:16,784 --> 00:26:18,285 Charge it. 464 00:26:18,869 --> 00:26:22,247 City hall, 13th precinct, 15th precinct... 465 00:26:22,956 --> 00:26:24,541 Metropolis general. 466 00:26:26,835 --> 00:26:29,546 If I could get mileage points on these things, I'd see the world. 467 00:26:30,130 --> 00:26:31,548 Cover me, Smallville. 468 00:26:35,094 --> 00:26:36,095 [Sighs] 469 00:26:42,976 --> 00:26:46,438 Uh, you know, patients are on an entirely different floor. 470 00:26:46,522 --> 00:26:49,024 You know, I thought I got off the elevator a little early. 471 00:26:50,150 --> 00:26:53,070 Wait, you were one of the rescue workers from the bus, right? 472 00:26:53,237 --> 00:26:54,655 I thought I recognized you. 473 00:26:54,822 --> 00:26:57,491 For a guy without a uniform, you helped a lot of people. 474 00:26:57,741 --> 00:26:59,076 Oh, I didn't do anything. 475 00:26:59,243 --> 00:27:01,245 I mean, you're the real hero. 476 00:27:01,662 --> 00:27:03,122 You help people for a living. 477 00:27:03,747 --> 00:27:05,290 I'm Clark Kent. 478 00:27:05,457 --> 00:27:10,587 Davis bloome. I met your fiancée, Clark. Congratulations, she's a real catch. 479 00:27:11,088 --> 00:27:12,131 I'm getting married? 480 00:27:12,881 --> 00:27:14,049 Well, I thought that... 481 00:27:14,216 --> 00:27:16,677 I saw you and Chloe together. And you seemed pretty close. 482 00:27:16,844 --> 00:27:19,012 - When she said she was engaged... - Chloe's engaged? 483 00:27:20,264 --> 00:27:23,016 Oh, man. Okay, my brain's gone completely doa. 484 00:27:23,183 --> 00:27:26,520 Clark, she said she hadn't told anyone yet. 485 00:27:26,687 --> 00:27:27,938 Do me a favor... 486 00:27:28,480 --> 00:27:30,107 Don't tell her I said anything. 487 00:27:32,734 --> 00:27:34,194 I won't reveal my source. 488 00:27:34,611 --> 00:27:35,696 [Door closes] 489 00:27:40,534 --> 00:27:43,745 Hey, Bette. Davis, the paramedic we met on the street 490 00:27:43,829 --> 00:27:45,080 came by with the papenivork. 491 00:27:45,247 --> 00:27:46,957 His friends wanna meet you. 492 00:27:47,124 --> 00:27:49,918 Change of plan, Chloe. I'm leaving Metropolis. 493 00:27:50,085 --> 00:27:51,896 Don't you think that you should read this first? 494 00:27:51,920 --> 00:27:53,672 I mean, this place sounds really great. 495 00:27:53,839 --> 00:27:55,007 Maybe it is. 496 00:27:55,174 --> 00:27:56,592 This city's gone sour. 497 00:27:56,758 --> 00:27:59,261 Like, way past its shelf life. I have to go. 498 00:27:59,428 --> 00:28:01,555 Look, I know what happened with Tommy was awful, 499 00:28:01,638 --> 00:28:03,974 but running away is not the answer. 500 00:28:04,141 --> 00:28:07,644 Besides, it's not safe out there for you by yourself. 501 00:28:07,728 --> 00:28:09,080 You think the streets are dangerous? 502 00:28:09,104 --> 00:28:11,690 Try a locked door, with someone else holding the key. 503 00:28:11,899 --> 00:28:13,817 - No, thanks. - They're not gonna lock you in. 504 00:28:13,901 --> 00:28:15,336 Look, tell you what, I'll call them for you. 505 00:28:15,360 --> 00:28:16,360 Chloe, stop. 506 00:28:16,403 --> 00:28:19,239 I don't need a den mother, and I won't go see those people. 507 00:28:19,323 --> 00:28:20,675 Then they'll come here to see you. 508 00:28:20,699 --> 00:28:23,339 - You're not listening to me. - I'm just trying to help you, Bette. 509 00:28:30,292 --> 00:28:32,044 I wish you hadn't made me do that. 510 00:28:40,177 --> 00:28:41,595 [Siren wails] 511 00:28:48,310 --> 00:28:50,479 There's nothing in here about a meteor infection. 512 00:28:50,646 --> 00:28:53,565 - Here. Let me take a look. - Knock yourself out. 513 00:28:53,941 --> 00:28:55,817 I'm not sure we're on the right track, Lois. 514 00:28:55,984 --> 00:28:58,695 - Tommy's death seems suspicious. - Of course it's suspicious. 515 00:28:58,779 --> 00:29:01,049 The guy blew himself up just by rubbing his hands together 516 00:29:01,073 --> 00:29:02,673 or wrinkling his nose or whatever he did. 517 00:29:02,741 --> 00:29:04,469 They didn't find any meteor rock in his system, 518 00:29:04,493 --> 00:29:06,578 but they did find metal shrapnel from the barrels. 519 00:29:06,912 --> 00:29:08,914 Lois, if Tommy's responsible for the blast, 520 00:29:08,997 --> 00:29:11,517 the barrels would have blown away from him, not into him, right? 521 00:29:11,792 --> 00:29:13,502 Don't clear his name yet, Sherlock. 522 00:29:13,585 --> 00:29:15,212 That kid was dangerous, a real live wire. 523 00:29:15,295 --> 00:29:16,797 Check his rap sheet at the back. 524 00:29:16,880 --> 00:29:18,882 Armed robbery, b&e and carjacking. 525 00:29:19,049 --> 00:29:22,094 Basically, that firecracker was a major menace to Metropolis. 526 00:29:22,177 --> 00:29:24,805 There's no mention of explosives in any of these crimes, Lois. 527 00:29:24,888 --> 00:29:26,532 If you were a criminal with these abilities, 528 00:29:26,556 --> 00:29:27,556 wouldn't you use them? 529 00:29:27,975 --> 00:29:30,102 Well, if Tommy didn't kill himself, then who did? 530 00:29:30,894 --> 00:29:32,980 Bette claimed that Tommy blew up the bus. 531 00:29:34,481 --> 00:29:36,275 But she was there for both of the blasts. 532 00:29:37,442 --> 00:29:40,529 Oh, my god. My cousin's babysitting psycho spice. 533 00:29:43,115 --> 00:29:44,116 Clark, what if... 534 00:29:45,951 --> 00:29:47,327 Oh, come on. 535 00:29:48,912 --> 00:29:50,664 Believe me, I understand. 536 00:29:50,831 --> 00:29:54,459 It can be tough to control your powers when you're angry or afraid. 537 00:29:54,626 --> 00:29:58,130 Like on the bus or... with Tommy. 538 00:29:58,297 --> 00:30:00,007 Those weren't accidents. 539 00:30:00,173 --> 00:30:01,883 I knew what I was doing. 540 00:30:02,926 --> 00:30:05,053 There are some bad people chasing me. 541 00:30:05,220 --> 00:30:07,764 They cornered me on the bus, I had to fight back. 542 00:30:08,223 --> 00:30:10,475 So you set up Tommy to take the blame? 543 00:30:11,768 --> 00:30:13,186 Bette... 544 00:30:13,520 --> 00:30:14,896 You killed him. 545 00:30:15,230 --> 00:30:17,149 He helped them find me. 546 00:30:18,483 --> 00:30:22,612 Three years ago, some corporate types locked me in their private prison. 547 00:30:23,363 --> 00:30:26,700 It was a nightmare. They ran tests on me every day. 548 00:30:27,492 --> 00:30:29,995 Last week something happened, and we were all let go. 549 00:30:31,455 --> 00:30:33,123 They tagged us on the way out. 550 00:30:34,333 --> 00:30:36,251 I ran before they could do it to me. 551 00:30:37,002 --> 00:30:39,338 This place, were there lots of people there with powers? 552 00:30:39,504 --> 00:30:40,589 Yeah. 553 00:30:40,756 --> 00:30:42,466 I told Tommy all about it. 554 00:30:42,674 --> 00:30:44,176 And you know what he did? 555 00:30:44,343 --> 00:30:46,345 He sold me out. 556 00:30:46,678 --> 00:30:48,764 He led them straight to me. 557 00:30:49,097 --> 00:30:50,766 He got what he deserved. 558 00:30:52,267 --> 00:30:55,228 The prison was in Montana, wasn't it? Black creek? 559 00:30:56,480 --> 00:30:57,731 How did you know that? 560 00:31:00,817 --> 00:31:01,985 Because I was there. 561 00:31:02,986 --> 00:31:04,905 I had a meteor power too. 562 00:31:05,072 --> 00:31:08,116 I could heal people. I know how awful it was there. 563 00:31:08,325 --> 00:31:10,494 Then you know I had to do whatever it took to get away. 564 00:31:10,577 --> 00:31:12,454 They had me backed into a corner. 565 00:31:13,705 --> 00:31:17,167 No matter what they do to you, Bette, you don't kill people. 566 00:31:17,834 --> 00:31:20,045 Sometimes I don't have a choice. 567 00:31:20,712 --> 00:31:22,297 Chloe, I'm sorry. 568 00:31:22,381 --> 00:31:25,050 But I can't risk you turning on me too. 569 00:31:30,222 --> 00:31:31,973 Goodbye, Chloe. 570 00:31:33,809 --> 00:31:35,060 - Aah! - No. 571 00:31:45,112 --> 00:31:47,280 [Chloe panting] 572 00:31:47,864 --> 00:31:48,907 Clark. 573 00:31:49,825 --> 00:31:52,035 [Panting] 574 00:31:53,412 --> 00:31:54,746 Stay away from me! 575 00:31:54,913 --> 00:31:56,039 I'll hurt you! 576 00:31:56,206 --> 00:31:57,582 No, you won't. 577 00:31:58,375 --> 00:32:00,919 - You're not afraid of me? - No. 578 00:32:01,711 --> 00:32:03,004 I just wanna help you. 579 00:32:04,589 --> 00:32:06,216 After everything I've done... 580 00:32:06,758 --> 00:32:09,219 Why would you wanna help a monster like me? 581 00:32:09,386 --> 00:32:11,263 Because you're not a monster. 582 00:32:11,430 --> 00:32:13,598 You'vejust been led down the wrong path. 583 00:32:15,934 --> 00:32:18,019 Whenever people find out about me, 584 00:32:18,186 --> 00:32:20,564 they get afraid and they try to hurt me. 585 00:32:21,440 --> 00:32:24,359 So I have to lie I have to hide what I am. 586 00:32:27,112 --> 00:32:28,697 You don't have to anymore. 587 00:32:29,948 --> 00:32:31,199 Not from me. 588 00:32:42,669 --> 00:32:44,921 We all have something we think we need to hide. 589 00:32:47,257 --> 00:32:48,633 It's hard. 590 00:32:51,636 --> 00:32:52,971 But it does get better. 591 00:33:05,192 --> 00:33:06,276 [Car door opens] 592 00:33:07,986 --> 00:33:09,029 [Car door closes] 593 00:33:09,196 --> 00:33:11,615 It's a good thing you called Lois and told her you were okay. 594 00:33:12,157 --> 00:33:13,917 She was about to call out the national guard. 595 00:33:14,075 --> 00:33:15,243 [Siren wails] 596 00:33:15,410 --> 00:33:17,204 [Vehicle departs] 597 00:33:17,370 --> 00:33:19,122 Bette almost killed me, Clark. 598 00:33:20,790 --> 00:33:23,668 Chloe, there's no way you could've known how dangerous she was. 599 00:33:23,835 --> 00:33:25,420 Her power was hidden. 600 00:33:26,087 --> 00:33:29,424 Some sort of high-frequency energy blast. She fooled everyone. 601 00:33:29,841 --> 00:33:31,426 It's because she didn't trust anyone. 602 00:33:31,510 --> 00:33:33,803 I mean, I was only in that cell for a few weeks. 603 00:33:33,887 --> 00:33:36,556 I can't imagine being in there for three years. 604 00:33:37,474 --> 00:33:39,976 Hopefully, she'll find the help she needs at belle reve. 605 00:33:40,143 --> 00:33:42,455 Yeah, I seriously doubt that being locked away in another cell 606 00:33:42,479 --> 00:33:43,813 is gonna do any good. 607 00:33:45,524 --> 00:33:46,751 Do you think if you knew her sooner, 608 00:33:46,775 --> 00:33:48,495 you could've helped her deal with her power? 609 00:33:48,568 --> 00:33:50,487 Chloe, sometimes people who need help the most 610 00:33:50,570 --> 00:33:52,239 are the ones who push it away the hardest. 611 00:33:52,614 --> 00:33:55,450 Which is why someone should be talking to them from day one. 612 00:34:03,708 --> 00:34:04,876 Looking for this? 613 00:34:06,836 --> 00:34:08,171 I found it downstairs. 614 00:34:08,255 --> 00:34:10,882 You must have lost it when Bette was chasing you. 615 00:34:16,054 --> 00:34:19,891 - Is there anything you wanna tell me? - I was... 616 00:34:20,058 --> 00:34:23,853 On my way over here this morning, to tell you but... 617 00:34:25,730 --> 00:34:27,065 How did you find out? 618 00:34:27,232 --> 00:34:28,733 Did Jimmy call you? 619 00:34:30,235 --> 00:34:35,282 Well, it's rule number 11. Always protect your source. 620 00:34:35,448 --> 00:34:36,533 [Chuckles] 621 00:34:38,910 --> 00:34:40,662 But I would like the whole story. 622 00:34:43,456 --> 00:34:44,874 How long have you been engaged? 623 00:34:46,793 --> 00:34:48,003 A week. 624 00:34:48,920 --> 00:34:51,881 I said yes the night I came back from Montana. 625 00:34:52,757 --> 00:34:54,009 [Clark sighs] 626 00:34:54,175 --> 00:34:55,719 You could have called... 627 00:34:55,927 --> 00:34:57,178 Anytime. 628 00:34:58,930 --> 00:35:00,223 It's just that... 629 00:35:01,850 --> 00:35:04,769 We've been friends for such a long time. 630 00:35:05,312 --> 00:35:06,938 We're more than just friends, Chloe. 631 00:35:12,193 --> 00:35:13,945 When Jimmy and I get married... 632 00:35:14,946 --> 00:35:17,115 Things will probably change... 633 00:35:17,866 --> 00:35:19,451 Between us, I mean. 634 00:35:22,579 --> 00:35:25,040 And I don't know if I'm ready for that just yet. 635 00:35:27,500 --> 00:35:28,585 Are you? 636 00:35:35,383 --> 00:35:36,468 I know that your happiness 637 00:35:36,551 --> 00:35:38,791 is one of the most important things in the world to me... 638 00:35:39,804 --> 00:35:42,265 And that you and Jimmy will have a wonderful life together. 639 00:35:48,605 --> 00:35:50,023 Don't worry about anything else. 640 00:36:24,849 --> 00:36:26,184 [Tess] Hello, Bette. 641 00:36:28,520 --> 00:36:31,147 You should've died on that bus. 642 00:36:33,191 --> 00:36:36,528 The last time we met, things did get a little fiery. 643 00:36:37,237 --> 00:36:38,738 Lucky for me I ducked. 644 00:36:42,200 --> 00:36:44,703 So they're taking you to belle reve. 645 00:36:45,870 --> 00:36:48,081 I'm sure after a few years of good behavior, 646 00:36:48,164 --> 00:36:49,833 they'll let you see the sun again. 647 00:36:51,167 --> 00:36:52,794 Or you could come with me. 648 00:36:53,878 --> 00:36:57,674 I'd rather be a prisoner there than your lab rat in Montana. 649 00:36:58,216 --> 00:37:00,009 Go push your cheese somewhere else. 650 00:37:10,019 --> 00:37:11,813 I didn't build that place, Bette. 651 00:37:12,897 --> 00:37:15,859 And after I heard about all the terrible things happening there, 652 00:37:16,025 --> 00:37:17,402 I closed it down. 653 00:37:18,236 --> 00:37:19,279 I tried to tell you. 654 00:37:20,447 --> 00:37:24,117 If you shut down the thunderdome, then why are you still coming after me? 655 00:37:25,910 --> 00:37:28,163 Because you're a very powerful person. 656 00:37:31,499 --> 00:37:35,044 And I think it's about time the world started treating you accordingly. 657 00:37:35,503 --> 00:37:36,546 Don't you? 658 00:37:38,465 --> 00:37:39,674 Listening. 659 00:37:41,092 --> 00:37:42,719 I want to introduce you... 660 00:37:43,303 --> 00:37:45,555 To some people like you. 661 00:37:46,514 --> 00:37:47,974 A sort of team. 662 00:37:48,850 --> 00:37:50,268 But only if you want. 663 00:37:50,435 --> 00:37:51,644 A team? 664 00:37:51,811 --> 00:37:54,898 Take a look at my file, lady. I don't play well with others. 665 00:37:55,940 --> 00:37:59,152 I think once you meet everyone, you may finally feel like you fit in. 666 00:38:01,237 --> 00:38:03,740 I remember what it was like to be your age. 667 00:38:04,616 --> 00:38:05,617 Alone... 668 00:38:09,579 --> 00:38:10,830 Trapped. 669 00:38:11,998 --> 00:38:13,958 The injustice of it all. 670 00:38:15,668 --> 00:38:17,462 I can help, Bette. 671 00:38:21,549 --> 00:38:24,052 The team is only as good as its weakest link. 672 00:38:24,844 --> 00:38:27,013 And look at what happened to me on the bus. 673 00:38:28,640 --> 00:38:31,559 Why scout out somebody who's just gonna choke on their own smoke? 674 00:38:33,019 --> 00:38:35,230 Don't be so hard on yourself. 675 00:38:40,026 --> 00:38:42,028 We'll make a hero out of you yet. 676 00:38:52,080 --> 00:38:53,331 [Man] That was a great job. 677 00:39:02,006 --> 00:39:03,174 Looking good, Smallville. 678 00:39:03,258 --> 00:39:06,094 Clothes make the man who helped me make the front page. 679 00:39:07,136 --> 00:39:08,388 [Clark clears throat] 680 00:39:08,555 --> 00:39:10,515 Wow. Try to hold back the journalistic fervor. 681 00:39:10,598 --> 00:39:12,016 I'm glad you got your story, Lois, 682 00:39:12,100 --> 00:39:14,269 but it took more turns than I would have liked. 683 00:39:14,519 --> 00:39:16,980 So did you, Houdini. You're there one minute, gone the next. 684 00:39:17,063 --> 00:39:18,374 We're standing next to an elevator. 685 00:39:18,398 --> 00:39:19,667 I don't know why you had to take the stairs. 686 00:39:19,691 --> 00:39:22,193 Well, I'm sorry that you can't keep up. 687 00:39:22,527 --> 00:39:24,672 The important thing is that Chloe figured it out on her own 688 00:39:24,696 --> 00:39:25,696 and she's okay. 689 00:39:26,030 --> 00:39:29,576 Yeah, tell me about it. If she hadn't defused little miss landmine, 690 00:39:29,659 --> 00:39:32,328 we'd be fitting her for a coffin instead of a wedding dress. 691 00:39:34,122 --> 00:39:35,790 When did you hear about the wedding? 692 00:39:36,124 --> 00:39:37,500 She just called. 693 00:39:38,001 --> 00:39:39,919 I can't believe my cousin is getting married. 694 00:39:40,795 --> 00:39:42,088 To Jimmy Olsen. 695 00:39:43,715 --> 00:39:45,216 They're in love, Lois. 696 00:39:45,383 --> 00:39:47,093 You should be happy for them. 697 00:39:47,260 --> 00:39:49,220 Uh, well... 698 00:39:49,387 --> 00:39:51,180 At least the rest of us have work. 699 00:39:51,347 --> 00:39:54,392 Here, I finished proofing the obit. 700 00:39:56,102 --> 00:39:58,146 Well, Lois, don't hold anything back. 701 00:39:58,229 --> 00:40:01,316 Those aren't notes of discouragement. They're of encouragement. 702 00:40:01,399 --> 00:40:03,067 You've got talent, Smallville. 703 00:40:03,651 --> 00:40:04,652 What? 704 00:40:05,236 --> 00:40:07,548 Look, when I first started out at the inquisitor, all I cared about 705 00:40:07,572 --> 00:40:10,575 was getting the best stories on the front page. 706 00:40:10,658 --> 00:40:12,285 It seems like a dream come true. 707 00:40:13,077 --> 00:40:15,413 Sure, but sitting here now, with you, 708 00:40:15,496 --> 00:40:18,583 I think I'm more proud we uncovered the truth 709 00:40:18,666 --> 00:40:20,460 than I am over having a headline. 710 00:40:25,757 --> 00:40:27,800 Thanks for helping me break the story, Clark. 711 00:40:31,596 --> 00:40:32,972 Keep up the good work. 712 00:40:33,556 --> 00:40:35,892 You've got a long career ahead of you at the daily planet. 713 00:41:00,458 --> 00:41:02,210 [Phone dialing] 714 00:41:05,588 --> 00:41:08,257 [Line ringing] 715 00:41:08,508 --> 00:41:11,803 [Davis on machine] Hey, this is Davis. Leave me your story, 17! Call you back. 716 00:41:11,970 --> 00:41:13,262 [Machine beeps] 717 00:41:13,429 --> 00:41:15,807 [Chloe] Hi, Davis. It's Chloe Sullivan. 718 00:41:15,974 --> 00:41:17,308 I, uh... 719 00:41:17,475 --> 00:41:21,854 I just wanted to call and say thanks for helping out with Bette. 720 00:41:22,021 --> 00:41:25,358 It's too bad that that didn't, uh, work out... 721 00:41:26,192 --> 00:41:28,027 But I also wanted to let you know 722 00:41:28,194 --> 00:41:31,280 that I've decided to reopen the Isis foundation, 723 00:41:31,364 --> 00:41:34,075 and a few things that you said helped me make that decision. 724 00:41:34,158 --> 00:41:37,036 So, thanks. Heh. 725 00:41:37,245 --> 00:41:38,997 Okay, well... 726 00:41:39,497 --> 00:41:40,999 Stay safe out there. 727 00:41:41,165 --> 00:41:42,291 Take care. 728 00:41:58,224 --> 00:41:59,350 [Gasps] 729 00:42:10,820 --> 00:42:12,822 [Closing theme music playing]