1 00:00:02,337 --> 00:00:05,006 NARRATOR: Previously on Smallville: LOIS: He's never gonna tell me, is he? 2 00:00:05,173 --> 00:00:08,426 - I'm the Blur. You're still okay with that? LOIS: Are you kidding me? 3 00:00:08,593 --> 00:00:09,677 What took you so long? 4 00:00:10,428 --> 00:00:12,096 - Daddy. - General Lane. 5 00:00:12,263 --> 00:00:16,100 LANE: I'm the senior military adviser on a new bill. The Vigilante Registration Act. 6 00:00:16,267 --> 00:00:18,978 You're searching for enemies where they don't exist. 7 00:00:20,021 --> 00:00:23,691 As soon as you're threatened, everyone else's rights go out the window? 8 00:00:24,025 --> 00:00:26,236 TESS: Signal for the Suicide Squad led by Rick Flag. 9 00:00:26,402 --> 00:00:29,531 - To him, you're freedom fighters. FLAG: America has turned against us. 10 00:00:29,697 --> 00:00:32,700 More superheroes are coming over to my side. 11 00:00:34,911 --> 00:00:37,413 - I am Green Arrow. REPORTER: What inspired you? 12 00:00:37,580 --> 00:00:40,500 OLIVER: Damn right I'm a hero. And I'm not doing it alone. 13 00:00:41,125 --> 00:00:43,336 My name's Arthur Curry. Perimeter breached. 14 00:00:43,503 --> 00:00:44,587 Proceeding to target. 15 00:00:44,796 --> 00:00:47,840 Don't put your faith in this hero menace. 16 00:00:57,517 --> 00:00:59,978 SLADE: Liberty, freedom, equality. 17 00:01:00,144 --> 00:01:04,315 These are the values that we have been charged with defending. 18 00:01:04,482 --> 00:01:06,985 And never in the history of this country... 19 00:01:07,151 --> 00:01:11,489 ...have these principles been so threatened as they are today. 20 00:01:11,739 --> 00:01:15,868 With all due respect, Slade, our troops have worked hard to secure peace. 21 00:01:16,160 --> 00:01:17,704 The threat is within. 22 00:01:19,956 --> 00:01:21,833 Creeping up on a sleeping nation. 23 00:01:23,126 --> 00:01:26,004 Gentlemen, every person under our protection lies in wait... 24 00:01:26,170 --> 00:01:29,549 ...for that leader that will rescue them from poverty... 25 00:01:29,716 --> 00:01:31,676 ...from violence, even from sadness. 26 00:01:32,343 --> 00:01:34,470 They will hail him as their new hero. 27 00:01:34,637 --> 00:01:37,724 Heroes like Joseph Stalin... 28 00:01:38,057 --> 00:01:42,103 ...Adolf Hitler, Saddam Hussein. 29 00:01:42,270 --> 00:01:46,899 Now, in the hearts of their countrymen, these men rose as saviors... 30 00:01:47,066 --> 00:01:51,029 ...only turning into tyrants once they had secured the trust of their nation. 31 00:01:51,404 --> 00:01:52,989 You're not suggesting a coup? 32 00:01:54,157 --> 00:01:55,825 The trust of the American people... 33 00:01:55,992 --> 00:02:00,038 ...doesn't lie in the Oval Office any more, admiral... 34 00:02:00,204 --> 00:02:02,999 ...but in a new breed of hero. 35 00:02:05,627 --> 00:02:10,548 Every year, this league grows while the nation turns a blind eye. 36 00:02:10,715 --> 00:02:13,301 Two weeks ago, the bombing of anti-vigilante office... 37 00:02:13,468 --> 00:02:15,637 ...was an open act of terrorism. 38 00:02:15,803 --> 00:02:18,181 Which is why the president appointed me... 39 00:02:18,389 --> 00:02:21,059 ...to oversee the Vigilante Registration Act. 40 00:02:22,060 --> 00:02:23,978 Since the VRA came into effect... 41 00:02:24,145 --> 00:02:26,814 ...even known offenders haven't agreed to sign up. 44 00:02:49,295 --> 00:02:50,838 Make sure everyone is out. 45 00:02:51,005 --> 00:02:52,590 Hurry. 46 00:02:59,013 --> 00:03:02,684 Sir, we have a breach at Poseidon 34-59. 47 00:03:02,850 --> 00:03:05,978 Gentlemen, even as we speak, it looks like we've fallen... 48 00:03:06,145 --> 00:03:08,022 ...under another vigilante assault... 49 00:03:08,189 --> 00:03:11,442 ...this time on one of our own installations. 50 00:03:11,734 --> 00:03:15,738 It's time we took these heroes under our control... 51 00:03:15,947 --> 00:03:22,453 ...and proved who is really fighting for truth, justice and the American way. 52 00:04:30,396 --> 00:04:34,108 It appears this Suicide Squad used a subdermal fiuorescer... 53 00:04:34,275 --> 00:04:38,154 ...with just enough Blue Kryptonite to penetrate the skin... 54 00:04:38,321 --> 00:04:40,448 ...but not impact your powers... 55 00:04:40,615 --> 00:04:44,243 ...or limit your mysterious globetrotting. 56 00:04:44,410 --> 00:04:48,539 Secret meetings with your cousin around the world? Not like you, Clark. 57 00:04:48,706 --> 00:04:51,793 Nothing I can't handle. You could've warned me this would sting. 58 00:04:51,959 --> 00:04:54,170 OLIVER: He'll give you a lollipop when you're done. 59 00:04:54,337 --> 00:04:58,090 Thought we all agreed I was sequestered from Watchtower. What's with the 911? 60 00:04:58,257 --> 00:05:00,843 Emil found a way to get the Suicide Squad's tags out. 61 00:05:01,010 --> 00:05:04,305 - I assume you were careful coming in. - Careful doesn't even cut it. 62 00:05:04,472 --> 00:05:07,683 Been throwing my best moves to avoid the public eye to get up here. 63 00:05:07,850 --> 00:05:10,812 Well, the Registration Act's not gonna make it any easier. 64 00:05:10,978 --> 00:05:13,773 As much as I hate to admit it, Flag saw this thing coming. 65 00:05:13,940 --> 00:05:16,901 His guerrilla tactics, they don't seem so crazy now, do they? 66 00:05:17,068 --> 00:05:19,237 At least someone's fighting back against VRA. 67 00:05:19,403 --> 00:05:21,531 CLARK: The problem is, no one knows they exist. 68 00:05:21,697 --> 00:05:25,326 We're taking the heat. The government thinks we're the ones retaliating. 69 00:05:25,827 --> 00:05:27,411 After last night, they're right. 70 00:05:28,663 --> 00:05:32,166 We think AC set off an explosion at an offshore oil rig. 71 00:05:33,835 --> 00:05:37,588 Not first time he's gone Che Guevara to protect the big blue. Let's face it. 72 00:05:37,755 --> 00:05:40,383 Now that the VRA's got us looking over our shoulders... 73 00:05:40,550 --> 00:05:43,386 ...team communication's gone from full bars to no signal. 74 00:05:43,553 --> 00:05:44,637 Whatever he's up to... 75 00:05:44,804 --> 00:05:47,932 ...he's only feeding the fear that the government has about us. 76 00:05:48,349 --> 00:05:51,269 - We need to prove we're the good guys. - Yeah, no, great. 77 00:05:51,435 --> 00:05:54,021 I wish things were kittens and rainbows too, Clark. 78 00:05:54,188 --> 00:05:57,817 Thanks to Godfrey, the McCarthy of the microphone, people don't trust us. 79 00:05:57,984 --> 00:06:00,444 Now, the VRA's propaganda machine is in full swing. 80 00:06:05,032 --> 00:06:07,410 Sometimes, Clark, words are the greatest weapon. 81 00:06:07,577 --> 00:06:09,787 Can't say that I blame them. 82 00:06:09,954 --> 00:06:12,039 We came in and took the law into our hands. 83 00:06:12,748 --> 00:06:16,627 People need to believe in this country and the systems that have been here. 84 00:06:16,794 --> 00:06:19,463 - I do. - Really? Oh, well, hey, you know what? 85 00:06:19,630 --> 00:06:23,259 That's a good idea. Why don't you march on in there and go and sign up? 86 00:06:24,260 --> 00:06:26,262 Maybe it's time. 87 00:06:27,096 --> 00:06:30,808 Though the government has its eyes set on the Blur more than anyone else. 88 00:06:30,975 --> 00:06:34,520 Nothing would prove we're on the same side more than the Blur registering. 89 00:06:36,439 --> 00:06:39,358 Lady Liberty may have her arms wide open, but not for a hug. 90 00:06:39,525 --> 00:06:43,070 Look, the longer we hide, the more it looks like we have a reason to. 91 00:06:44,238 --> 00:06:47,033 If no one registers, they'll come after us all. 92 00:06:47,992 --> 00:06:51,495 Well, I guess it's time for me to fulfill my patriotic duty. 93 00:06:53,456 --> 00:06:56,292 No need to compromise your identity when I already have. 94 00:06:56,459 --> 00:06:58,210 Now, you go reign in Flipper. 95 00:06:58,377 --> 00:07:00,379 I'll find what they have planned for us... 96 00:07:00,546 --> 00:07:03,215 ...when we sign our lives over to good old Uncle Sam. 97 00:07:06,761 --> 00:07:09,180 [RADIO PLAYING INDISTINCTLY] 98 00:07:15,728 --> 00:07:17,104 [SIGHS] 99 00:07:19,148 --> 00:07:21,108 - I miss you too, Clark. MAN [ON RADIO]: Thanks, Scarlet. 100 00:07:21,275 --> 00:07:25,571 Since the passing of the registration bill, no vigilante has yet to step forward... 101 00:07:25,738 --> 00:07:28,366 ...raising public suspicions until today. 102 00:07:28,532 --> 00:07:31,827 Who is the mysterious patriot in our midst? 103 00:07:31,994 --> 00:07:34,789 WOMAN: Midmorning weather ... -[WHISPERING] Lois. 104 00:07:36,123 --> 00:07:37,333 Psst. 105 00:07:39,001 --> 00:07:42,713 Let me guess, you woke up feeling odd with fang marks on your neck? 106 00:07:42,880 --> 00:07:46,425 [IN NORMAL VOICE] No. Took three cars, stairs and a body double to get me here. 107 00:07:46,592 --> 00:07:49,053 So quick, vigilante signing. Are you covering that? 108 00:07:49,679 --> 00:07:51,597 - Wouldn't miss it for the world. - Great. 109 00:07:51,764 --> 00:07:55,226 I have serious concerns about the legitimacy of this mystery hero. 110 00:07:55,393 --> 00:07:57,895 Who would be stupid enough to stand up and register? 111 00:07:58,187 --> 00:07:59,271 Me. 112 00:08:02,233 --> 00:08:03,567 Are you out of your mind? 113 00:08:03,734 --> 00:08:06,362 The VRA's a steaming pile of Spanish Inquisitions... 114 00:08:06,529 --> 00:08:08,990 ...served up with a side of fear and loathing. 115 00:08:09,156 --> 00:08:11,826 Lois, why don't you say what you really feel about this? 116 00:08:11,993 --> 00:08:14,662 We have to find out what happens when someone registers. 117 00:08:14,829 --> 00:08:15,913 I get it. 118 00:08:16,080 --> 00:08:18,582 Somebody needs to be the hero and you're the only-- 119 00:08:18,749 --> 00:08:21,585 Stick your foot in your mouth and you might lose a shoe. 120 00:08:21,752 --> 00:08:25,715 I wasn't first to volunteer for Operation Guinea Pig, your boyfriend was. Okay? 121 00:08:25,881 --> 00:08:29,301 So I may be taking the plunge, but I talked Clark off the ledge. 122 00:08:29,802 --> 00:08:33,014 He never told me he was even thinking about registering. 123 00:08:33,180 --> 00:08:36,809 Oh. You know, I'm sure he was going to. 124 00:08:36,976 --> 00:08:40,021 Really? When? With his one phone call? 125 00:08:40,438 --> 00:08:44,108 Lois, just because you're registered, that doesn't mean you're under arrest. 126 00:08:44,275 --> 00:08:45,860 Who knows what it means? 127 00:08:47,278 --> 00:08:50,781 I thought Clark and I were finally driving on the honest relationship road, then: 128 00:08:50,948 --> 00:08:53,451 Bam. Blindsided. 129 00:08:54,702 --> 00:08:57,079 So what? He'll ask my opinion what tie to wear... 130 00:08:57,246 --> 00:09:00,207 ...not on whether to show the world his real work uniform? 131 00:09:00,374 --> 00:09:02,710 I don't think Clark purposely left you out. 132 00:09:03,252 --> 00:09:04,503 That's even worse. 133 00:09:04,670 --> 00:09:07,339 It slips his mind to mention something this big to me... 134 00:09:07,506 --> 00:09:09,633 ...but he'll discuss it with you... 135 00:09:11,552 --> 00:09:13,888 ...and with other people. 136 00:09:15,848 --> 00:09:17,516 Unbelievable. 137 00:09:17,683 --> 00:09:21,437 Look, we both know Clark has this overdeveloped sense of responsibility. 138 00:09:21,604 --> 00:09:24,774 Agreed? That's why if something goes south with my registration... 139 00:09:24,940 --> 00:09:29,445 ...we can't let Clark try to fix it on his own. For his sake, for everyone else's. 140 00:09:30,780 --> 00:09:32,364 The world needs you, Lois. 141 00:09:38,913 --> 00:09:40,748 [CLICKING] 142 00:09:45,377 --> 00:09:47,254 AC, we need to talk. 143 00:09:51,383 --> 00:09:55,721 I'm past talking, Clark. I've got greater responsibilities now. 144 00:09:58,015 --> 00:10:01,811 Blowing up oil rigs? ls that responsible? 145 00:10:01,977 --> 00:10:03,187 Check your sources. 146 00:10:03,354 --> 00:10:06,357 I didn't hurt anyone. Don't make me start now. 147 00:10:07,983 --> 00:10:09,193 Who are you working with? 148 00:10:09,527 --> 00:10:13,489 You think because I'm not checking in at the tree house I've gone rogue? 149 00:10:14,990 --> 00:10:16,700 Nice trust. 150 00:10:16,867 --> 00:10:19,245 You're not going anywhere. 151 00:10:33,926 --> 00:10:37,263 Oh, and if you thought I was working solo ... 152 00:10:37,429 --> 00:10:39,348 You haven't met his wife. 153 00:10:53,154 --> 00:10:55,865 SLADE: Paints a pretty scary picture, doesn't it? 154 00:10:56,615 --> 00:10:58,576 Certainly gives me a new perspective. 155 00:10:59,743 --> 00:11:02,496 - Lois- - Lane. Sam Lane's daughter. 156 00:11:02,663 --> 00:11:05,749 I always do my homework. Why do you think I gave you clearance? 157 00:11:06,125 --> 00:11:09,086 Damn. Here I was thinking I got in here on my wit and charm. 158 00:11:09,753 --> 00:11:14,925 I see you're not just a Lane in name but attitude as well. 159 00:11:15,176 --> 00:11:18,220 My dad always said I was made of more brass than his medals. 160 00:11:18,387 --> 00:11:20,055 [CHUCKLES] 161 00:11:20,222 --> 00:11:22,641 General, I brought something for you. 162 00:11:22,808 --> 00:11:28,606 Whoa, I see that I am not the only one who does their homework. 163 00:11:28,772 --> 00:11:32,776 Fine bourbon and Cuban Cohibas, my favorite. 164 00:11:33,194 --> 00:11:34,987 American made and American won. 165 00:11:35,613 --> 00:11:38,782 I don't care what they say. That victory will be ours soon enough. 166 00:11:39,450 --> 00:11:42,828 Spoken like a true daughter of the red, white and blue. 167 00:11:43,787 --> 00:11:46,373 Speaking of the red, white, and blue... 168 00:11:46,540 --> 00:11:47,625 [BEEPS] 169 00:11:48,959 --> 00:11:51,295 ...what's really up with the VRA? 170 00:11:51,962 --> 00:11:55,466 Your father worked on the Registration Act, Miss Lane. 171 00:11:55,633 --> 00:11:58,177 I'm not sure what more I can tell you. 172 00:11:58,344 --> 00:12:02,473 It's only since your command that someone volunteered to sign up. 173 00:12:02,640 --> 00:12:05,434 How exactly is that gonna happen? 174 00:12:05,809 --> 00:12:08,312 They'll simply sign a declaration of intent... 175 00:12:08,479 --> 00:12:12,066 ...to act only at the government's behest. 176 00:12:12,233 --> 00:12:14,151 United we stand, right, Ms. Lane? 177 00:12:14,318 --> 00:12:18,656 As it stands now, vigilantes do not represent the will of the people. 178 00:12:18,822 --> 00:12:22,493 And anyone espousing different merely supports their cause. 179 00:12:25,329 --> 00:12:26,330 [RECORDER BEEPS] 180 00:12:26,497 --> 00:12:30,668 Which is exactly why I asked for the VRA assignment. 181 00:12:30,834 --> 00:12:33,879 Who better to give the military a fair shake than a brat? 182 00:12:34,338 --> 00:12:39,218 One who has written most of her paper's pro-Blur articles. 183 00:12:39,510 --> 00:12:42,846 I guess my name isn't the only reason you agreed to this one on one. 184 00:12:44,056 --> 00:12:48,269 You are not playing for your team the way you should be, Miss Lane. 185 00:12:48,477 --> 00:12:50,187 We all must do our part. 186 00:12:50,604 --> 00:12:54,275 Some people might say that's what drives the vigilantes to action. 187 00:12:54,566 --> 00:12:57,027 Well, then they'll simply step forward... 188 00:12:57,194 --> 00:12:59,780 ...and suit up with the good guys, won't they? 189 00:13:03,784 --> 00:13:05,369 Here's to the good guys. 190 00:13:06,704 --> 00:13:08,622 Amen. 191 00:13:09,373 --> 00:13:12,251 There must be something around here to out this. 192 00:13:13,752 --> 00:13:15,879 [CAMERA CLICKS] 193 00:13:18,632 --> 00:13:21,510 Your name got you in, but it won't get you out of trouble. 194 00:13:22,052 --> 00:13:23,387 Show me your hand. 195 00:13:24,263 --> 00:13:25,431 Now. 196 00:13:34,565 --> 00:13:36,567 I just thought you might like alight. 197 00:13:39,653 --> 00:13:41,572 I apologize. 198 00:13:41,739 --> 00:13:44,783 These vigilantes have got me suspicious of everyone. 199 00:13:45,242 --> 00:13:46,327 No worries. 200 00:13:46,535 --> 00:13:50,289 These days, you just don't know who you can trust, right? 201 00:13:58,422 --> 00:14:02,092 Considering your activist streak, I never saw you settling down. 202 00:14:02,259 --> 00:14:05,929 It was his passion and conviction that drew me to him. 203 00:14:06,096 --> 00:14:10,351 They're qualities we share and on which we've built a partnership. 204 00:14:10,642 --> 00:14:13,520 To the outside world, your passion looks like terrorism. 205 00:14:13,687 --> 00:14:17,358 Do you really want people to see us as scared, hunted victims? 206 00:14:17,566 --> 00:14:20,944 We can't stop the government from targeting us... 207 00:14:21,111 --> 00:14:23,447 ...but we can show them we're not gonna take it. 208 00:14:23,614 --> 00:14:25,783 Show you're the criminals they fear you are? 209 00:14:25,949 --> 00:14:29,203 And be the heroes people hope we are. 210 00:14:29,787 --> 00:14:31,163 Who was your hero, Clark? 211 00:14:31,705 --> 00:14:33,123 Everybody has one. 212 00:14:33,832 --> 00:14:36,460 I'll never forget the day I read about mine. 213 00:14:36,627 --> 00:14:43,133 This little lady named Lucy Burns who just wanted to vote like her father. 214 00:14:43,467 --> 00:14:46,637 But she didn't sit back and expect people to do the right thing. 215 00:14:46,804 --> 00:14:49,181 Because you know what? They didn't. 216 00:14:50,891 --> 00:14:54,228 It wasn't until she refused food and endured the Night of Terror. 217 00:14:54,395 --> 00:14:56,814 That's when people decided to do the right thing. 218 00:14:56,980 --> 00:15:00,359 Victories aren't won by spectators... 219 00:15:00,526 --> 00:15:01,652 ...but by fighters. 220 00:15:02,820 --> 00:15:04,655 Like me and Mera. 221 00:15:05,406 --> 00:15:07,825 What are you doing to fight for us? 222 00:15:07,991 --> 00:15:11,078 We shouldn’t be fighting anyone, especially the government. 223 00:15:11,245 --> 00:15:12,830 We should be protecting people. 224 00:15:13,163 --> 00:15:17,000 And right now we are the ones who need protection the most. 225 00:15:17,167 --> 00:15:20,504 Clark, that rig we took out wasn't drilling for oil. 226 00:15:20,671 --> 00:15:23,882 Neither are the ones the government's building around the country. 227 00:15:24,049 --> 00:15:25,259 What are they? 228 00:15:25,676 --> 00:15:28,220 High-tech holding facilities deep below the earth. 229 00:15:30,431 --> 00:15:33,142 And they're building them for us. 230 00:15:41,233 --> 00:15:44,945 Lois, would you like to explain this to me? 231 00:15:45,154 --> 00:15:49,199 I took it off your desktop. It suspiciously looks like an article on the VRA... 232 00:15:49,366 --> 00:15:52,369 ...which I expressly said you are not to write. 233 00:15:53,871 --> 00:15:57,374 Your father worked on the bill, Lois. It's a conflict of interest. 234 00:15:58,876 --> 00:16:02,754 Let's just say something is rotten in the military state of Metropolis... 235 00:16:02,921 --> 00:16:05,716 ...and I need to make sure certain people know about it. 236 00:16:05,883 --> 00:16:09,219 Look, I know that you like to break a story before anybody else... 237 00:16:09,386 --> 00:16:12,681 ...but your concern seems personal. 238 00:16:15,767 --> 00:16:18,604 Okay, I'm actually gonna level with you on this one, Tess. 239 00:16:18,770 --> 00:16:22,399 I just found out that the mystery hero registering is Oliver. 240 00:16:27,279 --> 00:16:29,114 Is Clark working with you on this? 241 00:16:29,281 --> 00:16:33,118 - Why would he be? - You share a lot of bylines. 242 00:16:33,285 --> 00:16:36,914 - So you're alone on this one. - Looks like it. 243 00:16:37,080 --> 00:16:39,500 Clark's got jury duty. 244 00:16:40,751 --> 00:16:42,503 Jury duty? 245 00:16:43,462 --> 00:16:45,130 I tried to tell him how to get out. 246 00:16:45,297 --> 00:16:49,092 You know Clark, always serving the people and fulfilling his civic obligation. 247 00:16:49,259 --> 00:16:51,637 Yeah. He is dedicated that way. 248 00:16:54,097 --> 00:16:55,766 What is your scoop on the VRA? 249 00:16:56,225 --> 00:17:00,103 Despite what they say, I think the VRA's going a little less above board... 250 00:17:00,270 --> 00:17:02,481 ...and a lot more waterboard. 251 00:17:02,648 --> 00:17:04,441 Torture? 252 00:17:08,820 --> 00:17:13,242 Meet General Slade Wilson, put in charge of executing the VRA. 253 00:17:13,992 --> 00:17:15,786 Emphasis on "execute." 254 00:17:15,953 --> 00:17:19,665 For years, rumors of war crimes followed him, never any charges. 255 00:17:19,831 --> 00:17:21,500 He continued to move up the ranks. 256 00:17:21,667 --> 00:17:24,169 Because he was effective. Now he's targeting heroes. 257 00:17:24,336 --> 00:17:27,673 It's worse. If I've got it right, he's building prisons. 258 00:17:28,298 --> 00:17:31,718 And Oliver's about to sign up for this summer internment camp? 259 00:17:31,885 --> 00:17:34,096 [CROWD CHATTERING] 260 00:17:37,516 --> 00:17:39,476 WOMAN: Here he is. Here he is. MAN: Here we go. 261 00:17:39,643 --> 00:17:43,188 Today we take our first step toward a new partnership. 262 00:17:43,981 --> 00:17:46,900 There will no longer be law and outlaw. 263 00:17:47,067 --> 00:17:50,654 We will be one people, united, working toward one goal: 264 00:17:50,821 --> 00:17:51,989 the common good. 265 00:17:55,325 --> 00:18:00,080 Oliver Queen's registration marks a new day for this country... 266 00:18:00,289 --> 00:18:03,584 ...and the end of vigilantes working outside the law. 267 00:18:03,792 --> 00:18:07,170 MAN: Do you know any others who are registering in the VRA? 268 00:18:07,337 --> 00:18:09,089 [REPORTERS CLAMORING] 269 00:18:14,845 --> 00:18:16,179 Oliver. No. 270 00:18:24,855 --> 00:18:26,231 They're going to the helipad. 271 00:18:26,398 --> 00:18:28,775 You own this building. Don't let that helicopter take off. 272 00:18:29,443 --> 00:18:30,861 Lois, I can't. 273 00:18:31,028 --> 00:18:33,530 They have military clearance. 274 00:18:34,323 --> 00:18:35,407 Oliver's gone. 275 00:18:48,712 --> 00:18:51,298 LOIS: I need to know where Clark is. 276 00:18:51,548 --> 00:18:53,133 I have no idea. 277 00:18:53,300 --> 00:18:56,845 -Who...'? - Oliver's in trouble. Clark could be too. 278 00:18:57,054 --> 00:18:58,639 I need to know how to find them. 279 00:18:59,348 --> 00:19:01,058 Apparently. 280 00:19:01,558 --> 00:19:03,977 But I don't know why you're asking me. 281 00:19:04,144 --> 00:19:08,440 Listen Dr. Know-Nothing, I have tried to reach Clark with zero results. 282 00:19:08,607 --> 00:19:11,610 He's mentioned your name and he's never had a yearly check-up. 283 00:19:11,985 --> 00:19:13,904 Listen, just-- Unh! 284 00:19:14,071 --> 00:19:17,741 I know that you're in his superhero club. 285 00:19:17,908 --> 00:19:22,120 Unless you want a sudden tracheotomy, you will tell me where he is ASAP. 286 00:19:22,287 --> 00:19:26,333 He went to find AC in Miami. That's the last I heard. 287 00:19:29,002 --> 00:19:34,466 Now, for the record, you know I was bluffing, right? 288 00:19:42,265 --> 00:19:44,685 Florida in winter. 289 00:19:48,605 --> 00:19:51,316 Who doesn't love to Snowbird? 290 00:19:54,444 --> 00:19:56,613 [WATER SPLASHES THEN THUD] 291 00:20:02,828 --> 00:20:04,079 CLARK: Seismic activity? 292 00:20:04,246 --> 00:20:05,872 AC: That's how Mera found the place. 293 00:20:06,039 --> 00:20:08,792 She's pretty amazing. Smart, passionate, fiery. 294 00:20:08,959 --> 00:20:10,711 Helped me understand my true origins. 295 00:20:10,877 --> 00:20:12,754 Sounds like you went off the high dive. 296 00:20:12,921 --> 00:20:15,590 I'm so much more with her than I ever was solo. 297 00:20:15,757 --> 00:20:19,428 You don't feel guilty putting her in danger? 298 00:20:19,720 --> 00:20:22,013 Mere can hold her own. 299 00:20:22,264 --> 00:20:25,517 If you're worried about someone a little less super-powered ... 300 00:20:25,684 --> 00:20:26,935 Mere helped me realize... 301 00:20:27,144 --> 00:20:30,564 ...that standing on the sidelines isn't the same as being in the game. 302 00:20:37,237 --> 00:20:40,574 - I recognize this structure. - Looks like the facilities of LuthorCorp... 303 00:20:40,741 --> 00:20:43,744 ...when Lex was trying to build his zoo with the super-powered. 304 00:20:43,910 --> 00:20:46,955 It couldn't be LuthorCorp. Tess and Oliver would know about it. 305 00:20:48,206 --> 00:20:52,043 Looks like Uncle Sam raided the patent offices for his own end. 306 00:20:53,253 --> 00:20:54,588 Mere, are you reading us? 307 00:20:54,755 --> 00:20:56,506 MERA [VOICE BREAKING UP]: Barely can hear you. 308 00:20:56,673 --> 00:20:59,134 Just heard from Watchtower. There's news. 309 00:20:59,301 --> 00:21:00,427 You're breaking up. 310 00:21:00,594 --> 00:21:03,930 Watchtower found eight locations with similar seismic readings. 311 00:21:04,097 --> 00:21:06,016 You need to check them right away. 312 00:21:06,183 --> 00:21:08,935 Oliver's been taken off the grid. 313 00:21:11,271 --> 00:21:13,690 If we split up, we can cover the facility faster. 314 00:21:13,857 --> 00:21:15,984 They've taken one of ours. 315 00:21:16,193 --> 00:21:17,778 Let's go get him back. 316 00:21:17,944 --> 00:21:19,196 [WHOOSHING] 317 00:21:40,717 --> 00:21:42,719 [MACHINE BEEPING STEADILY] 318 00:21:45,263 --> 00:21:47,724 Almost done, Mr. Queen. 319 00:21:47,933 --> 00:21:51,102 So, what's with your secret workout room here, huh? 320 00:21:51,269 --> 00:21:54,481 Is this a secret tryout for the NFL? 321 00:21:57,400 --> 00:21:58,735 [DOOR closes] 322 00:21:59,361 --> 00:22:05,283 You're strong and extremely agile with coordination that's off the charts. 323 00:22:05,450 --> 00:22:06,535 I'm human. 324 00:22:07,118 --> 00:22:10,539 Well, I commend your performance. 325 00:22:10,747 --> 00:22:15,168 We'd love to have someone with your gifts serve our country. 326 00:22:15,836 --> 00:22:18,755 Help us bring in your less cooperative cohorts. 327 00:22:19,256 --> 00:22:22,133 Look, I'll be your poster boy. 328 00:22:22,300 --> 00:22:25,929 I'll say your words and I'll be your face, but it ends with me, understand? 329 00:22:26,096 --> 00:22:29,140 Now, there are people out there who wanna believe in you. 330 00:22:29,307 --> 00:22:31,685 They wanna believe in this country. 331 00:22:32,477 --> 00:22:35,856 Give them the chance to prove that, to be the heroes we all need. 332 00:22:37,482 --> 00:22:41,444 You got nerve, I like that, but your draft card wasn't a two-for-one special. 333 00:22:43,321 --> 00:22:46,575 Please allow me to make a more convincing argument. 334 00:23:21,860 --> 00:23:24,029 MERA: Look who skipped right out of the forest. 335 00:23:24,195 --> 00:23:26,197 Doe-eyed Bambi searching ... 336 00:23:27,657 --> 00:23:29,200 You're Lois Lane. 337 00:23:31,036 --> 00:23:32,329 Wow. 338 00:23:32,621 --> 00:23:33,705 Brazen much? 339 00:23:37,000 --> 00:23:41,796 I am Mera, wife of Orin, future king of the seven seas. 340 00:23:43,757 --> 00:23:45,550 The one you call Arthur Curry. 341 00:23:47,260 --> 00:23:49,471 AC got married? 342 00:23:49,638 --> 00:23:52,390 Aren't you just full of reveals? 343 00:23:53,350 --> 00:23:57,103 Orin is finally embracing his destiny and leading his people. 344 00:24:02,943 --> 00:24:06,529 Hang on. "His people"? Like, down under and not Australia? 345 00:24:06,696 --> 00:24:08,156 Anyway, I need to find Clark. 346 00:24:08,531 --> 00:24:11,409 Certainly you're not a partner in his endeavors. 347 00:24:11,576 --> 00:24:13,244 Some get a ring on their finger... 348 00:24:13,411 --> 00:24:16,581 ...and everyone else's relationship just doesn't out it. 349 00:24:16,748 --> 00:24:20,669 Spoken like one who can never be satisfied by a man of her own kind. 350 00:24:20,835 --> 00:24:22,671 You desire those who are extraordinary. 351 00:24:22,837 --> 00:24:25,757 First Orin, then Oliver, now Clark. 352 00:24:25,924 --> 00:24:28,093 You've got to be kidding me. 353 00:24:28,343 --> 00:24:31,096 Little Mermaid, your prince and I dated for, like, a day. 354 00:24:31,471 --> 00:24:35,392 It's understandable that you would seek a superior companion. 355 00:24:35,934 --> 00:24:39,646 I'm surprised that powerful men would choose someone of lesser ability. 356 00:24:40,897 --> 00:24:42,273 Listen, squid lips. 357 00:24:42,440 --> 00:24:44,693 You don't know anything about me or Clark. 358 00:24:44,859 --> 00:24:46,736 I know you came here looking for Clark. 359 00:24:47,404 --> 00:24:51,116 You're in the dark, protected but not included. 360 00:24:51,282 --> 00:24:53,618 Do you really want the harsh light of truth? 361 00:25:12,345 --> 00:25:14,764 Lois? What are you doing here? 362 00:25:15,306 --> 00:25:18,518 Since you've apparently forsaken modern communication technology... 363 00:25:18,685 --> 00:25:20,353 ...I'm hand-delivering an SOS. 364 00:25:20,520 --> 00:25:22,480 About Oliver. I know he's been taken. 365 00:25:22,647 --> 00:25:24,357 What? How did you know that already? 366 00:25:24,524 --> 00:25:25,525 [MACHINE BEEPS] 367 00:25:25,692 --> 00:25:28,319 I ran some tests on the alloy that you found and ... 368 00:25:29,988 --> 00:25:31,072 Lois. 369 00:25:32,407 --> 00:25:34,075 Hi. 370 00:25:36,327 --> 00:25:39,330 Okay, you know how I hate being all emo relationship chick? 371 00:25:39,497 --> 00:25:41,833 I can't get you, but Tess can Skype with you? 372 00:25:42,083 --> 00:25:44,335 - This isn't a social call. - And I am? 373 00:25:44,753 --> 00:25:48,256 We practically share a desk chair, but I'm still not the real work-wife. 374 00:25:48,423 --> 00:25:51,051 Sorry to interrupt the Real Housewives of Metropolis... 375 00:25:51,217 --> 00:25:53,887 ...but there's something you need know about this alloy. 376 00:25:54,054 --> 00:25:56,222 Clark, it can change properties. 377 00:25:56,389 --> 00:25:59,142 It's like some sort of multi-functional weaponry. 378 00:25:59,309 --> 00:26:02,562 The government is preparing for anything that comes its way. 379 00:26:02,729 --> 00:26:05,857 Including Orin. He should have been back by now. 380 00:26:06,316 --> 00:26:08,693 He could be at any of the facilities he was checking out. 381 00:26:09,152 --> 00:26:13,281 If he ended up in one of Slade's nets, I might know now to find him. 382 00:26:18,661 --> 00:26:21,372 It's a design blueprint for the prisons. 383 00:26:21,539 --> 00:26:25,001 And according to this, there is only one facility that is operational. 384 00:26:25,168 --> 00:26:26,252 It's in Alaska. 385 00:26:37,138 --> 00:26:39,057 [GRUNTING] 386 00:26:39,474 --> 00:26:41,851 [GASPS THEN PANTS] 387 00:26:42,060 --> 00:26:45,021 [COUGHING] 388 00:26:45,188 --> 00:26:47,315 Please tell me you're not the rescue party. 389 00:26:48,733 --> 00:26:50,401 They must have tracked me in. 390 00:26:51,486 --> 00:26:54,114 - Oh. - I should have been more stealth. 391 00:27:00,912 --> 00:27:02,330 You know about our abilities? 392 00:27:02,914 --> 00:27:07,919 Always be prepared. You came at us through the ocean like a torpedo. 393 00:27:08,795 --> 00:27:13,716 It didn't take much to figure out where your mutated abilities come from. 394 00:27:14,676 --> 00:27:17,804 A little heat and you dry right up, don't you? 395 00:27:17,971 --> 00:27:21,724 Something tells me White House didn't get the memo on your glacial Gitmo. 396 00:27:21,891 --> 00:27:24,519 Don't ask, don't tell. 397 00:27:24,686 --> 00:27:26,187 I wouldn't be too embarrassed. 398 00:27:26,354 --> 00:27:31,151 You two are just the first in a whole host of vigilantes to be taken on a play. 399 00:27:32,694 --> 00:27:36,197 With the right encouragement, I'm sure you will help us bring them in. 400 00:27:36,698 --> 00:27:38,950 You're gonna need a bigger cage. 401 00:27:39,117 --> 00:27:40,869 I wouldn't worry about that. 402 00:27:41,035 --> 00:27:46,749 See, you all have some great strength, but one equally great flaw. 403 00:27:47,876 --> 00:27:50,712 No, you are almost too easy. 404 00:27:51,129 --> 00:27:54,549 Damaged, lonely, isolated. 405 00:27:54,716 --> 00:27:58,261 A hero with no actual powers. 406 00:27:58,428 --> 00:27:59,762 Do you resent them? 407 00:28:00,346 --> 00:28:03,349 Actually, you're taking honors right now, jackass. 408 00:28:03,516 --> 00:28:06,269 Unlike the half-dolphin over there... 409 00:28:06,436 --> 00:28:10,523 ...I'll bet you hate the freezing cold depths of the ocean. 410 00:28:11,316 --> 00:28:12,734 [ALARM BLARING] 411 00:28:12,901 --> 00:28:14,611 COMPUTER VOICE: Intruder alert. 412 00:28:14,777 --> 00:28:17,488 Partial power interruption. 413 00:28:21,159 --> 00:28:23,369 Intruder alert. 414 00:28:23,536 --> 00:28:25,246 Partial power interruption. 415 00:29:01,366 --> 00:29:03,534 Computer override initiated. 416 00:29:03,701 --> 00:29:05,995 Terminal breach measures activated. 417 00:29:06,162 --> 00:29:07,997 Self-destruct in two minutes. 418 00:29:08,164 --> 00:29:10,541 - You're up, gill boy. - Mera! 419 00:29:10,708 --> 00:29:11,876 [ELECTRICITY CRACKLING] 420 00:29:12,043 --> 00:29:13,503 [GROANS] 421 00:29:13,670 --> 00:29:15,755 COMPUTER VOICE: Power systems overload. 422 00:29:15,922 --> 00:29:18,716 Core breach eminent. 423 00:29:24,347 --> 00:29:25,848 [CHUCKLES] 424 00:29:26,599 --> 00:29:27,976 Core critical. 425 00:29:28,268 --> 00:29:31,562 We gotta go, now. 426 00:29:32,563 --> 00:29:34,357 How long can you hold your breath? 427 00:29:35,066 --> 00:29:37,402 Core critical. 428 00:29:39,904 --> 00:29:40,989 CLARK: Slade. 429 00:29:41,155 --> 00:29:44,659 COMPUTER VOICE: Self-destruct in 90 seconds. 430 00:29:44,826 --> 00:29:48,288 I'm not gonna let you continue destroying people's faith in justice. 431 00:29:48,871 --> 00:29:51,332 Made of steel or just a man? 432 00:29:53,042 --> 00:29:54,085 [GUN COCKS] 433 00:29:54,252 --> 00:29:55,795 It can't be both. 434 00:29:56,629 --> 00:29:59,340 COMPUTER VOICE: Self-destruct in 60 seconds. 435 00:29:59,507 --> 00:30:00,675 So it is you. 436 00:30:08,308 --> 00:30:11,477 What are you doing? I need to get you out of here. 437 00:30:11,644 --> 00:30:16,149 This whole place was built for the expressed purpose... 438 00:30:16,524 --> 00:30:17,900 ...of containing your kind. 439 00:30:18,067 --> 00:30:20,236 COMPUTER VOICE: Self-destruct, 40 seconds. 440 00:30:20,403 --> 00:30:23,197 Your weakness was the hardest to learn. 441 00:30:23,656 --> 00:30:24,782 [GRUNTS] 442 00:30:24,949 --> 00:30:28,411 - You see, you're not above the law. - Self-destruct, 30 seconds. 443 00:30:28,578 --> 00:30:30,246 You're not even above me. 444 00:30:30,413 --> 00:30:32,999 How can you be so determined seeing us as the enemy... 445 00:30:33,166 --> 00:30:35,001 ...instead of working with us? 446 00:30:35,501 --> 00:30:40,048 Okay, let me save you. You'll never get out. 447 00:30:40,423 --> 00:30:42,091 I know, but it's worth it. 448 00:30:42,258 --> 00:30:47,430 To destroy the single greatest threat to democracy. 449 00:30:48,306 --> 00:30:53,436 No civilian in this country should be more powerful than the law. 450 00:30:53,603 --> 00:30:56,606 That's what keeps the order, it's what keeps us strong. 451 00:30:56,773 --> 00:30:58,691 COMPUTER VOICE: Self-destruct in 15 seconds. 452 00:30:58,858 --> 00:31:02,070 Shut it down. Let me help you. 453 00:31:02,487 --> 00:31:07,408 I'd rather die for my country than be saved by an abomination like you. 454 00:31:07,575 --> 00:31:11,079 COMPUTER VOICE: Self-destruct in 10 seconds. 455 00:31:11,245 --> 00:31:18,252 Nine, eight, seven, six, five ... 456 00:31:18,419 --> 00:31:21,923 You asked me a question, I guess you'll get your answer. 457 00:31:22,340 --> 00:31:25,468 - Two, one... - I am man and steel. 458 00:31:25,635 --> 00:31:27,011 ...zero. 459 00:31:38,481 --> 00:31:42,485 AC: Glad you didn't find your Davy Jones down there after that explosion. 460 00:31:42,985 --> 00:31:45,488 CLARK: I know how much you love the water. 461 00:31:45,947 --> 00:31:48,533 But I couldn't be happier to have my feet on ground. 462 00:31:48,699 --> 00:31:54,038 Well, just as well. Let's be honest, underwater, you look like a clown fish. 463 00:31:56,541 --> 00:31:59,877 I guess I should thank you for uncovering those holding cells. 464 00:32:00,044 --> 00:32:03,131 Part of me wishes I could have kept on believing... 465 00:32:05,133 --> 00:32:07,635 ...in everything I was raised to believe in. 466 00:32:11,514 --> 00:32:15,643 Don't let an overzealous war hawk shake your faith in people, Clark. 467 00:32:15,852 --> 00:32:19,355 Your endless optimism is the one thing I actually like about you. 468 00:32:21,023 --> 00:32:23,067 Did you learn that vocabulary from Mera? 469 00:32:23,734 --> 00:32:26,904 Seriously, though, you made a good point. 470 00:32:27,071 --> 00:32:30,992 Digging in our heels and being as extreme as Slade makes us no better than them. 471 00:32:33,661 --> 00:32:35,746 I'm sorry they got what they wanted out of the VRA. 472 00:32:36,497 --> 00:32:37,540 How's that? 473 00:32:37,707 --> 00:32:41,169 We didn't exactly rush to sign up, but we got scared. 474 00:32:41,335 --> 00:32:44,046 We stopped communicating, we stopped trusting each other. 475 00:32:45,798 --> 00:32:48,426 There's no way we can beat this if we splinter. 476 00:32:48,593 --> 00:32:51,512 I may not trust the commandos in Washington... 477 00:32:51,804 --> 00:32:53,055 ...but I trust you, Clark. 478 00:32:54,515 --> 00:32:55,766 So we'll do it your way. 479 00:32:56,476 --> 00:33:00,438 Lead by example, not by resistance. 480 00:33:02,440 --> 00:33:05,693 I think you have another battle brewing on the home front, though. 481 00:33:10,364 --> 00:33:13,743 I thought if I told Lois my secret, everything would fall into place. 482 00:33:15,745 --> 00:33:18,414 I guess I've kept her on the outside. 483 00:33:19,832 --> 00:33:23,461 The away games don't matter unless you win the ones at home too... 484 00:33:23,628 --> 00:33:27,006 ...which you definitely can't do if you refuse to have a co-captain. 485 00:33:30,801 --> 00:33:32,303 What I'm saying is... 486 00:33:32,470 --> 00:33:36,599 ...if anyone can handle you and what you do, it's Lois. 487 00:33:37,600 --> 00:33:41,103 But you can't bring her on the team and keep her benched. 488 00:33:41,270 --> 00:33:44,774 The question is, can you handle that? 489 00:33:52,990 --> 00:33:55,868 You do carry a lot of baggage. 490 00:33:56,619 --> 00:34:00,373 Seriously, don't make me take my hair dryer out and shrivel you. 491 00:34:01,624 --> 00:34:06,128 Perhaps I was too hasty in my judgment of you, Lois Lane. 492 00:34:06,295 --> 00:34:10,007 You think? Because we didn't just get off on the wrong fin. 493 00:34:10,174 --> 00:34:12,093 I stand by what I said before. 494 00:34:12,260 --> 00:34:18,140 You're not like us, not like Clark, but you are what he needs. 495 00:34:20,268 --> 00:34:23,980 You treat Clark not as your superior, but as an equal. 496 00:34:24,146 --> 00:34:25,648 And insist that he do the same. 497 00:34:30,820 --> 00:34:31,946 Thanks. 498 00:34:33,322 --> 00:34:36,075 You'll make a good partner for him, Lois. 499 00:34:36,534 --> 00:34:38,369 In your own way. 500 00:34:39,787 --> 00:34:41,205 If he lets me. 501 00:34:41,372 --> 00:34:44,959 It took months and more than just a few water blasts to the head... 502 00:34:45,126 --> 00:34:49,046 ...for Orin to let me stand with him, not just beside him. 503 00:34:50,965 --> 00:34:52,592 Give Clark time. 504 00:34:54,677 --> 00:34:55,928 [DOOR OPENS] 505 00:34:58,889 --> 00:35:00,558 AC: I hate to break up the party. 506 00:35:01,726 --> 00:35:03,811 We need to catch the current. 507 00:35:03,978 --> 00:35:06,439 I thought Orin was exaggerating, Clark. 508 00:35:06,606 --> 00:35:08,399 Everything he said about you is true. 509 00:35:09,609 --> 00:35:11,152 Even when the tide is turning... 510 00:35:11,319 --> 00:35:15,656 ...you work hard to bring change by delivering justice, not bombs... 511 00:35:17,074 --> 00:35:20,369 ...as a patriot to the Country, not just the cause. 512 00:35:21,912 --> 00:35:24,081 That's our Boy Scout. 513 00:35:25,499 --> 00:35:29,128 All right, wave runners. Next time you're in town, be sure to swim by. 514 00:35:29,295 --> 00:35:31,422 Aye, aye, captain. 515 00:35:32,923 --> 00:35:34,842 We'll be seeing you. 516 00:35:36,552 --> 00:35:38,179 Thanks. 517 00:35:49,815 --> 00:35:54,236 In case I forgot to mention it, I'm really glad I only booked a one-way to Miami. 518 00:35:54,403 --> 00:35:57,615 Your arms are a lot better than some seat in coach. 519 00:35:57,782 --> 00:36:01,118 You shouldn't have had to fly all the way to Florida just to find me. 520 00:36:01,285 --> 00:36:03,204 Don't sweat it. 521 00:36:03,371 --> 00:36:05,998 Those mileage points needed to be used up anyway. 522 00:36:06,165 --> 00:36:07,667 You were right to be upset. 523 00:36:07,833 --> 00:36:10,795 I've been running around acting like it's just me... 524 00:36:11,170 --> 00:36:12,254 ...instead of us. 525 00:36:15,174 --> 00:36:18,135 The truth is, I rely on you more than anyone else. 526 00:36:18,302 --> 00:36:21,847 I trust you to know parts of me that I don't even trust myself. 527 00:36:25,059 --> 00:36:29,021 That's why you're the only person I told about the darkness I've tried to fight... 528 00:36:29,897 --> 00:36:31,273 ...and failed. 529 00:36:31,440 --> 00:36:32,650 I know. 530 00:36:33,109 --> 00:36:35,403 It's just when you look at AC and Mera... 531 00:36:35,569 --> 00:36:38,739 ...how they work together, how alike they are... 532 00:36:39,031 --> 00:36:41,492 ...it kind of makes you wonder... 533 00:36:41,701 --> 00:36:43,953 ...if we'll ever be like that. 534 00:36:44,537 --> 00:36:47,331 - I mean, you gotta admit, I'm-- - Everything that I'm not? 535 00:36:49,417 --> 00:36:51,043 Lois, that's why it works. 536 00:36:51,419 --> 00:36:54,422 Two pieces may fit, but if they're not from the same puzzle... 537 00:36:54,588 --> 00:36:56,382 ...it might end up like a Picasso. 538 00:36:56,549 --> 00:36:58,384 But does that matter? 539 00:36:59,802 --> 00:37:01,637 Depends. 540 00:37:02,513 --> 00:37:05,558 When you went off to go and save the world... 541 00:37:06,726 --> 00:37:09,729 ...I remember what my mom looked like... 542 00:37:09,895 --> 00:37:12,815 ...every time my dad left on deployment. 543 00:37:13,816 --> 00:37:16,610 And it was the hardest thing she ever had to do, but she-- 544 00:37:17,653 --> 00:37:21,991 She remained stoic until that door closed. 545 00:37:23,701 --> 00:37:27,955 Because she knew that was how she helped my dad do what he had to do. 546 00:37:29,373 --> 00:37:34,545 Because they were in it together, no matter what. 547 00:37:35,796 --> 00:37:37,131 And so am I. 548 00:37:41,260 --> 00:37:43,053 But I'm not the only one. 549 00:37:45,389 --> 00:37:50,936 You didn't tell anyone about the darkness because... 550 00:37:51,896 --> 00:37:56,692 ...you think you're supposed to be invincible, right? 551 00:37:57,234 --> 00:38:00,112 And it terrifies you that you're not. 552 00:38:00,279 --> 00:38:01,530 [SIGHS] 553 00:38:04,366 --> 00:38:07,536 Lois, how am I suppose to protect people, protect you... 554 00:38:07,703 --> 00:38:10,206 ...if I can't even protect myself from the darkness? 555 00:38:13,042 --> 00:38:14,502 By not trying to do it alone. 556 00:38:16,086 --> 00:38:17,546 We're in this together now. 557 00:38:19,089 --> 00:38:21,008 All of us. 558 00:38:22,384 --> 00:38:25,721 And the team needs to know the bigger war we're fighting. 559 00:38:35,356 --> 00:38:36,732 Wow. 560 00:38:37,399 --> 00:38:39,485 CLARK: Welcome to Watchtower. 561 00:38:39,652 --> 00:38:42,029 The official headquarters of the home team. 562 00:38:42,822 --> 00:38:44,824 Which you are clearly on now. 563 00:38:46,075 --> 00:38:47,201 Finally. 564 00:38:53,874 --> 00:38:55,125 Is that a Comsat hookup? 565 00:38:56,460 --> 00:39:00,464 I take back that whole work-wife thing. Your satellite trumps my cell phone. 566 00:39:00,631 --> 00:39:01,799 Forget it. 567 00:39:01,966 --> 00:39:05,135 From now on, mi Comsat es su Comsat. 568 00:39:05,803 --> 00:39:07,179 Thanks. 569 00:39:07,346 --> 00:39:10,391 Clark, I got your message. Lois, hey. 570 00:39:11,767 --> 00:39:13,269 What's going on? 571 00:39:13,769 --> 00:39:15,062 Um ... 572 00:39:16,856 --> 00:39:19,650 We all know what the government was up to... 573 00:39:19,984 --> 00:39:22,152 ...but those prisons were part of a much bigger threat. 574 00:39:23,237 --> 00:39:24,446 Hate crimes are up. 575 00:39:24,613 --> 00:39:27,241 People like Slade are getting more control. 576 00:39:27,408 --> 00:39:31,871 And Godfrey's anti-vigilante message, it's reaching more ears than ever before... 577 00:39:32,037 --> 00:39:34,206 ...and I don't think it's a coincidence. 578 00:39:34,373 --> 00:39:38,752 Sadly, Clark, there's no mystery to human fear and hatred. 579 00:39:39,211 --> 00:39:41,547 This time, there might be. 580 00:39:41,714 --> 00:39:43,507 There's something behind the darkness. 581 00:39:43,674 --> 00:39:47,094 Something that hero haters like Slade don't know is affecting them. 582 00:39:47,261 --> 00:39:50,389 When I sent the Kandorians away through the portal, in space... 583 00:39:50,556 --> 00:39:53,058 ...I opened a door for something to come to Earth. 584 00:39:53,225 --> 00:39:57,354 Are you telling me that out of all the intergalactic bad boys we've faced... 585 00:39:57,521 --> 00:39:59,481 ...this one's actually worse? 586 00:39:59,648 --> 00:40:02,526 This is much worse. We can't even see it to fight it. 587 00:40:03,360 --> 00:40:06,906 This thing is like an evil that's spreading over the Earth. 588 00:40:07,072 --> 00:40:09,116 It preys upon the dark side that we have. 589 00:40:09,283 --> 00:40:12,953 It feeds on our doubts, our fears, and our distrust. 590 00:40:14,204 --> 00:40:17,708 I'd say from where I'm standing, it's already on the winning side. 591 00:40:18,709 --> 00:40:20,669 I think it even infected Slade. 592 00:40:22,129 --> 00:40:26,508 Just before the facility exploded, I saw something on Slade's skull: 593 00:40:26,800 --> 00:40:27,968 the omega symbol. 594 00:40:28,344 --> 00:40:31,305 It was like it was branded there, almost like the mark-- 595 00:40:31,472 --> 00:40:33,349 Of the beast in Revelations. 596 00:40:34,350 --> 00:40:37,061 Which would explain why he veered so far off his orders. 597 00:40:37,227 --> 00:40:40,814 You don't think Slade's the only pledge to the Alpha Omega Die fraternity. 598 00:40:41,398 --> 00:40:44,151 I think the omega's a sign of corruption. 599 00:40:44,318 --> 00:40:46,904 A mark that the darkness has fully taken over someone. 600 00:40:47,529 --> 00:40:50,824 Didn't Kara say that a person had to be open to the darkness? 601 00:40:50,991 --> 00:40:53,410 That it can't infect anyone of pure heart? 602 00:40:53,577 --> 00:40:56,455 And which one of us doesn't have that weakness? 603 00:40:56,622 --> 00:40:59,458 A hidden hatred or fear that this thing couldn't prey upon? 604 00:40:59,875 --> 00:41:02,670 So basically, this thing doesn't have to do anything. 605 00:41:02,836 --> 00:41:05,130 It just waits for everybody's weaknesses... 606 00:41:05,297 --> 00:41:07,675 ...and then we destroy ourselves. 607 00:41:08,133 --> 00:41:10,052 If we can't stop it... 608 00:41:10,219 --> 00:41:13,639 ...the darkness will infect every person on this planet. 609 00:42:12,865 --> 00:42:14,867 [English - US - SDH]