Hi,
Yes, I think this is definitely a story with great potential.
I love a story with an investigation. After all, it was what Lois did best.
Like Carol, I'm glad you chose that Superman would give Lois a prompt, even though his 'Clark' side was still hurting at her rejection.
Once Lois got over her anger at Superman's rejection, she didn't dismiss his suggestion, which I believe is very in character for Lois.
Good that she went to Perry and got Alice instead, and such a 'strong' Alice. I always wanted to know more about her.
I do hope that Lois will find it possible to ask Clark to help her investigate Lex.
Yours Jenni