Loving this story so far. It's intimate; Clark isn't yet all flashy and superhero-y. I like how you show that Clark is practicing the super feats as the Boy in Black, and he's also learning to handle being away from home and meeting new people as a freshman at college.
You've also done a good job with the early Lois, showing her fears and insecurities as well as the facade of confidence she puts on. I like how she only reveals her inner self to Clark (as we know, it's meant to be!)
Maddie - a well-drawn character, but how can I like her too much when I know she's not the one for Clark? But she's good as an "obstacle" to get past. This is rather unfair to her as I'm sure she'll have a role to play in the fic. Why is she crying? What happened in the fight? Now you've got me wondering.
Please post more soon!
