I loved this part--it's probably my favorite so far! I really enjoyed the twist about Lois being FORCED to be on the space shuttle, and how Clark had to introduce himself and explain what he had done without her help.
My favorite part was when he went into space and realized how much he could hear, yet still decided that he wanted to be grounded by Lois. The imagery and the poetic lilt to the words was very well done.
I also really liked how you brought in the fact that he NEEDS to share this part of himself with someone. Our Clark has his parents, but this Clark doesn't have anyone. What was really interesting was how you pointed out that he really doesn't know what he can do until he does it. I've thought that before myself--it certainly says a lot about his courage that he's willing to try lifting space shuttles, venturing into space, eating bombs, and doing all the amazing other things we know he can do from the show without even knowing if he'll survive them.
I was a bit surprised when he didn't end up telling Lois his secret, but it makes a lot of sense. As was said on the show, being Superman is a lot easier than being Clark. I hope Lois will give him the benefit of the doubt and try to work with him, though.
And what is Lex going to do now that Lois can press charges for attempted murder? He surely won't let that go easily! I'm getting all sorts of bad feelings about that Kryptonite we all know he possesses!
Can't wait to see what happens next. Thanks.
