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I hadn’t really envisioned a sequel of any kind to Undercover Reporter. While the plot still left a mess for our intrepid reporters to sort out, the emotional story felt complete and resolved to me, and I thought they could handle the rest. As a first time writer here, it never occurred to me that anyone would ask for more! With three very long other fics in the works, the last thing I wanted to do was to get wrapped up in Undercover. But then Andreia said the magic word, ‘Epilogue,’ and I thought that sounded like something I could handle. Two days later, I had 30 pages drafted. And then I realized that I could solve another in-universe problem that has been picking at me. Naturally, the little epilogue of Lois and Clark writing their ‘page 8 story’ is now about twice the length of the original Undercover Reporter, now subtitled 'Revelation'. I did have a wonderful beta on this one. Thank you so much, Sara! I was so completely thrilled when you offered to help me, and your edits and suggestions have made an incredible difference! I'm so grateful for all your help. Also, thank you to drdeathdefying, who took an early look at the draft and encouraged me.
If you see anything that we’ve missed, please don’t hesitate to mention it to me! And, of course, if anything impacts you, I’d love to know. The story begins here: Undercover Reporter: Revelation (1/16)This story is complete (with a much fuller ending, this time), and in 16 parts. I'm hoping to submit to the archive when it's complete, and so naturally I'm happy to hear anyone's feedback! I’m glad to have spent a little more time with this version of Lois and her undercover reporting partner, and I hope you do, too! Enjoy! And thanks for reading.
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With three very long other fics in the works, the last thing I wanted to do was to get wrapped up in Undercover. But then Andreia said the magic word, ‘Epilogue,’ and I thought that sounded like something I could handle. Yay!   I'm so happy that I could find the right word to coax you to continue this story!! ![[Linked Image]](http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/hapydancsmil.gif) These days, he found the rescues somehow both challenging and repetitive. It hadn’t always been like this. Rescues had once been a highlight of a regular life, when he was fully integrated with society and the people he was rescuing. But that was back when he had a regular life. Living full time as Superman would eventually take its toll on him.  He had a date tonight, and he didn’t want any stray melancholy to linger, to even subtly mar the comforting embrace of a date with Lois. After all, he and Lois had enough trouble finding quality time together as it was. At least they are together - sort of. I'm glad he wasn't so stubborn as to push Lois away "for her own good". Because even though he and Lois were often together, and their relationship had definitely surged forward, it felt like they were somehow in limbo.
Just like the rest of his personal life. That's depressing.  Any hope for that future together, too, was just another example of something he’d had to let go of in this new world where only Superman existed.
Instead, he and Lois focused on the ‘here’ and the ‘now.’ For now, I think that's all they can do. Sometimes, in the very back of his brain, just for a moment, he even wished that they could leave behind the rest of the world – including the mess he’d made of their lives. They could live far beyond the reach of the masses he hid his identity from, far from everyone who’d known Clark, who wanted to hurt Lois, who inimically sought Superman.
And she would be safe.
And they could have a life – together.
But, he reminded himself, that wasn’t what Superman did. Lois wouldn't want to run and hide, too. It's not what she does. I'm so looking forward to know how they are going to bring Clark back after all this time. If someone can do that, it's the hottest team in town.  Thank you for coming back with this story. ![[Linked Image]](http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/thankyou.gif) And 16 parts! Wow! ![[Linked Image]](http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/yay.gif) Andreia
"My wife's love is what unites Krypton and Earth in my heart. Without it, without her, I truly would be in hell."
~ Superman: Man of Tomorrow #15
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Waahooo! Another chance to check out this universe! With three very long other fics in the works, the last thing I wanted to do was to get wrapped up in Undercover. Writing is a labor of love and the readers of this fandom really appreciate such efforts. I for one truly look forward to reading all three of those stories. But to write a mentally and emotionally taut story like this in between all of that? What can anyone say but thank you! Clark's pain, isolation and loneliness simply rolls off the screen in waves. Being Superman 24/7 has to be taking a toll on him. So looking forward to reading the rest of the story. But then Andreia said the magic word, ‘Epilogue,’ and I thought that sounded like something I could handle. Ultra Woman is an awesome friend! We have 'chatted' for over ten years now. Very pleased that one word opened up the Undercover Reporter world again. So what is your posting schedule? 
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A writer's job is to think of new plots and create characters who stay with you long after the final page has been read. If that mission is accomplished than we have done what we set out to do, which is to entertain and hopefully educate.
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I'm so happy about this sequel and can't wait to see where you're taking this.
Gosh, Lois seems to be in trouble and Clark is where? Lost in his own thoughts,? Please come back with more soon.
It's never too dark to be cool. 
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Andreia, 'Epilogue' was totally my downfall! I wrote this adorable series of cute little vignettes, but then accidentally came up with a plot, and then 100 pages later... mercy. I'll have to be careful reading your comments on last chapters after this!  No, no, only kidding - I really appreciated your support and the fact that you kicked my brain back into gear.  Clark is going to be ridiculously stubborn in this one, too, don't worry! But I like seeing him and Lois grow together, so that's what we'll try to do. Morgana, you're such a sweet cheerleader - I appreciate you! Would you believe that, out of all the stories I'm writing, I considered this the 'fun' one? I know Clark's got some issues, but he and Lois will have some fun, happy, sweet and silly moments together before I made them work it out. I think I'll be posting weekly. I'm going to let this roll out slowly while I try to finish my next story I'm hoping to finish soon (which is twice as long, and more of a mystery, I think). Bakasi, awww, thanks. It was nice to be back here for a little while. Lois has definitely found some trouble! I'm going to leave her hanging for a minute, but don't worry - they'll link up soon!.  Thank you to everyone who's commented, and thank you, too, to the lurkers out there who are reading. I hope you enjoy this one!
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I’m so happy you wrote this sequel! Thank you! It’s off to an emotional start. I feel Clark’s pain. I hope Lois and Clark eventually get their happy ending. It’s going to be fun to see where you take them. I’m on board for the journey. I can’t wait for the next chapter!
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Hi Evie! Gotta spread the FDK a bit! And *yay* for the sequel! never knowing that this story may be Lois’ last. Eeep? “Any time now!” she said testily, looking up into the sky.
He was supposed to be here by now. Oooh, this starts off fun! Reminds me of the feeling when comic-strip-Lois is in danger, unfazed. Obviously, he was running late.
Sure, there was probably a good excuse — there was always a good excuse. A really good one, actually. A life or death one. And it had better be one of those. But that didn’t mean it wouldn’t be nice if he showed up right about now, Lois thought, risking a dizzying glance down. Yep, mortal danger. She’d cross her fingers if she had a free hand… Excellent writing  These days, he found the rescues somehow both challenging and repetitive. There there. Not every rescue can be Lois Lane running out of chocolate sauce or whip cream. Rescues had once been a highlight of a regular life, when he was fully integrated with society and the people he was rescuing. I’m sure “people” would love to be “fully integrated” with him. he often caught himself wishing that this wasn’t his [i]whole everything. And it worried him what Lois and his parents might say to that. “finally”? Helping is what Superman did, he reinforced to himself. …As if he could ever forget. Yes. Helping. Day in. And day out. Now that he had no reason to keep up any pretense that he observed a regular human’s schedule, he had simply let it go. Looks like the honeymoon is over. Lois: I’m at the ends of my wits, Doc. Sure, I’ve heard about passion tapering out, but this is ridiculous. It’s been only a couple of months and I’m lucky if he… romances me once a week. Dr. Friskin: and how does that make you feel? Lois: Gahhhh-aaaaarg! After all, he and Lois had enough trouble finding quality time together as it was. Dr. Friskin: And why do you think that is the case? It made him wonder, for the three-hundred-thousandth time, what would have happened if Clark Kent hadn’t died on that casino floor. Lois would eventually have left him to be with Lex Luthor. Sometimes he wondered if they would still be dating now if he’d been able to keep on living his life as Clark Kent. Or would they have gotten together months earlier than they had, instead of living separate lives for so long? Would Lois have been happier that way? Eeeh. No. And nope. Would things be this hard? He’s a v… very patient man, so… um… Because even though he and Lois were often together, and their relationship had definitely surged forward, it felt like they were somehow in limbo. That’s because of all the floating he does with her during their “romance” times. Each moment with Lois was a gift. Lois: Funny how the author says they are a gift when said gift receiver only appreciates them for three minutes, tops. Superman: /thinks of Japanese baseball statistics/ And neither the decrepit warehouses she dragged them to, nor the dirty alleyways he dropped them off in could exactly be considered romantic. Not the Scooby Gang I gather? They could live far beyond the reach of the masses he hid his identity from, far from everyone who’d known Clark, who wanted to hurt Lois, who inimically sought Superman.
And she would be safe.
And they could have a life – together. He could build them a towering fortress in Antarctica? Instead, he mentally calculated how much time was left before she’d be in his arms again. Lois: Let’s. Hope. For. 30. Minutes. Or. Less. Focusing back on the lights of the nearing Denver International Airport, the jumbo jet on his back felt lighter at the thought of seeing her. Awwwww See you in part 2. In a bit   Michael
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Songbird, thank you so much for jumping onto the first story and going along for the ride for this one! I believe in happy endings, and they're definitely going to earn theirs! Michael, I so appreciate you taking so much time to chat. Thank you for the *yay* - this will definitely be the end of this one. I've got other adventures in the works for these two. “Any time now!” she said testily, looking up into the sky.
He was supposed to be here by now. Oooh, this starts off fun! Reminds me of the feeling when comic-strip-Lois is in danger, unfazed. Totally the vibe! She’d cross her fingers if she had a free hand… Excellent writing clap Thank you! My betas really babied me through this little section because I was worried the structure wouldn't work. But Sara has such magical notes! he often caught himself wishing that this wasn’t his [i]whole everything. And it worried him what Lois and his parents might say to that. “finally”? EXACTLY!  After all, he and Lois had enough trouble finding quality time together as it was. Dr. Friskin: And why do you think that is the case? Lois: It's a plot device. Clearly. Always appreciate your feedback!
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Hi Evie! Michael, I so appreciate you taking so much time to chat. It's fun! And the minds babbling on anyway, might as well give some back to the author Thank you! My betas really babied me through this little section because I was worried the structure wouldn't work. But Sara has such magical notes! Oh yes, it's worked all right Always appreciate your feedback! You're welcome! Michael
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