Wow...great, wonderful, emotional part...I loved it.
I like the idea that she wants to tell him how she feels, and that she thinks it might be possible for them to be together some time in the future. She might feel some pressure because of this decision, but it is so Lois in my eyes. So much has been taken away from her, and she tries desperately to get her life back as fast as possible, so it makes sense to me that she would make such decisions, even if this means she could put pressure on herself.
For Clark, it would definitely be less pain to know that there might be hope...and even though, on the other side, it might not be easy for him, if he learns about her fears concerning him, I think he might even understand that, though she does realize that he is different than her former abusers, after everything she went throught, she simply can't help it but worrying about his reactions when letting him wait too long...but I see this actually as a wonderful chance that he can use with his understanding, compassionate, and patient way to show her that she can really trust him...that no matter what, he would never pressure her or hurt her...I even think, this could turn into a chance or opportunity for them -especially Lois- to achieve a deeper level of trust and less fear and could even be a help to them to get together sooner.
I too liked your Lana.
I can't wait to see what happens next.
Ren
