I also strongly dislike Gretchen Kelly, and I was really glad when she left. I know they need her to help them, but UGHHHHHHHHH. So glad Lois is there for Clark, and she's let herself realize just how much she loves/needs him. GAHHHH!
Well, she wasn't supposed to be a likeable character. It was difficult to balance her, because on the one hand she needs to be an ally while at the same time she still remains the enemy.