I have to admit I really fell in love with this story thanks to this chapter.
However, maybe I missed it but did Lois get her own place or is she still with Lucy? I just didn't want Lucy and her family to suddenly show up with a shocked sister, and a distraught mother and superhero hanging around.
The explaintion (from Martha) was a little long for me. It might have worked better in flashback form with Martha interjecting every now and then. Still, it was very good and explains a lot about this Clark's behavior and why he didn't tell Lois sooner.
More soon
~Lois Lane Wanna Be