Like Rivka (and all the other readers), I'm having fun with this story, Paul.
I can't seem to think of many suggestions as to what to do, though.
I do think Lois was a bit premature in telling Officer Sawyer that the drugs on the boat were not connected to her case. Gang violence is up, and the police suspect some sort of new drug is affecting the gang members. Otis Flannegan was "acting strangely" and seemed to be under the influence of drugs, although none turned up on the autopsy. (hmmm, maybe some sort of new drug that doesn't turn up on autopsies?) This, together with a clandestine night-time unloading of (admittedly, over-the-counter) drugs from a ship owned by CostMart.
Of course, we the readers know that CostMart's own Mindy Church is behind Superman's disappearance and Lois doesn't. Lois does know about the CostMart-Intergang connection, though. So I would think that, at the very least, her mind would be churning away trying to find connections here.
Also, I am suspicious of the green crystal found enbedded in Otis' hand. It was assumed to be from a beer bottle, but I would think Lois (and the police, now that they know the whole story) would suspect it was kryptonite. My only problem is, even if it *is* kryptonite, so what? That serves to validate Bobby's story, but doesn't seem to get us any closer to finding Clark. Aaaarrgh!
Luthor's death is interesting, of course. But it is premature to give suggestions for Lois regarding this, since the story leaves off before Lois even finds out he's dead. Hopefully, when she learns the news, she will ask questions and try to find out all she can about the circumstances of both his escape from prison and his death.
Sorry, I'm not being much help here. Well, since I can't give suggestions, let me at least give some positive feedback. Great story so far! I'm looking forward to reading everyone else's suggestions, and seeing what you do with part 4.
- Vicki
