Another five months…
"Morning, Lois," Clark said cheerfully as he swept into the newsroom, juggling a couple of cups of coffee and a box of donuts.
And still working in the food services industry.
"My humble tribute to the writing gods."
AKA Lois?
Lois eyed the spread appreciatively. "Thanks. Your tribute is deemed acceptable."
See?
She nodded. "The 'I'm going to say something that Lois isn't going to like' tone."

Also, Lois picked the donut that was pre-owned by Ralph?
"Well," Clark said, swallowing down the last bite of his donut. "I was wondering...would you maybe like to...go out with me?"

Michael