My daughter, who reads other fanfics but not L&C, made a comment starting, "Have you ever read a really good fanfic . . . " and I answered "Yes, I'm reading one now." It's a great start! I especially loved the description of Clark's class--after teaching a few informal classes myself, I sympathize with his frustration, and I can't wait to see where that part of the story goes. And I liked your version of Lois, but like the others I hope we don't see too much of Claude--he might help move the story along (or keep Lois from realizing her attraction to Clark right away), but I'd hate to see him as a major character, and I hate to see Lois fall for someone so sleazy. So count me as one of those waiting anxiously for the next installment--please don't make us wait too long!