This part really was beautiful and sweet!
I loved the back rub too! And Clark's nervous anticipation of not knowing what to expect the next night and whether it was a two-night or every-night-for-two-weeks package.
My favourite part was also:
He jolted at the sudden sound of her voice as it carved through his thoughts. "Yes, Lois?"
"Stop obsessing."
"I ... I thought you were asleep."
"I was. Almost. But I can hear the turmoil chewing up your brain cells. Relax."
