1 00:00:26,530 --> 00:00:30,360 So, uh, we used to come to places like this together? 2 00:00:35,760 --> 00:00:37,900 I can't believe it's all blank. 3 00:00:39,061 --> 00:00:41,130 It'll come back. 4 00:00:43,053 --> 00:00:45,300 How about I rein you to your favorite bevvy? 5 00:00:45,330 --> 00:00:46,953 Okay. 6 00:00:46,954 --> 00:00:48,737 I'll be right back. 7 00:00:56,321 --> 00:00:58,630 Excuse me. Excuse me. 8 00:01:03,041 --> 00:01:04,206 Hey. 9 00:01:05,830 --> 00:01:07,930 The promoter needs some gum, and I'm fresh out. 10 00:01:07,960 --> 00:01:09,427 You got any? 11 00:01:09,428 --> 00:01:12,492 Look around, Einstein. We're in a gum factory. 12 00:01:12,849 --> 00:01:14,116 Right. 13 00:01:27,330 --> 00:01:29,692 Let's hear some noise! 14 00:01:34,915 --> 00:01:38,030 And here is one republic! 15 00:03:28,262 --> 00:03:30,224 Hey, look out! 16 00:03:38,689 --> 00:03:40,426 Hey, what happened? 17 00:03:50,694 --> 00:03:52,360 Thanks. 18 00:05:13,980 --> 00:05:18,057 Well, at least Kara didn't forget how to use up all the hot water. 19 00:05:19,814 --> 00:05:22,533 Yes, but I understand that, 20 00:05:22,534 --> 00:05:25,326 she still hasn't managed to recover her memory. 21 00:05:28,902 --> 00:05:31,127 She still thinks she's from Minnesota. 22 00:05:32,695 --> 00:05:35,300 But I think the more she looks into her past... 23 00:05:35,330 --> 00:05:37,406 she'll realize it's all a lie. 24 00:05:40,733 --> 00:05:44,230 Do you think, if she was, uh, taken to the fortress... 25 00:05:44,260 --> 00:05:46,360 it might speed up the, uh, process? 26 00:05:46,400 --> 00:05:50,461 Last time I went to Jor-El for advice, he kept me prisoner in the fortress. 27 00:05:51,202 --> 00:05:53,146 I think it's time to tell her the truth. 28 00:05:53,223 --> 00:05:55,204 She won't believe you. 29 00:05:56,300 --> 00:05:58,357 Clark, we have to protect her. 30 00:05:58,375 --> 00:06:01,568 I agree, especially when she's been... 31 00:06:01,569 --> 00:06:02,960 visiting... 32 00:06:03,000 --> 00:06:04,530 with Lex. 33 00:06:08,921 --> 00:06:12,142 As much as I hate to admit it, it makes sense. 34 00:06:12,143 --> 00:06:14,530 He found her. She trusts him. 35 00:06:18,246 --> 00:06:19,842 Her bracelet. 36 00:06:20,660 --> 00:06:22,477 That connects her to Krypton. 37 00:06:22,478 --> 00:06:26,088 Yes, but, uh, I thought it had gone missing. 38 00:06:26,460 --> 00:06:29,130 It has, but there's got to be some way to find it. 39 00:06:30,200 --> 00:06:32,282 Oh... in the meantime, 40 00:06:32,283 --> 00:06:36,366 I suggest you keep a sharp eye on Lex's... 41 00:06:36,412 --> 00:06:38,530 latest endeavor. 42 00:06:39,930 --> 00:06:42,995 Pete Ross. What a surprise. 43 00:06:43,630 --> 00:06:46,414 - Oh, my god, Pete. - Hey. 44 00:06:48,400 --> 00:06:51,160 Pete, it's good to see you. What are you doing here? 45 00:06:51,609 --> 00:06:54,004 More importantly, what's he doing here? 46 00:06:59,426 --> 00:07:02,112 I guess more has changed around here than I thought. 47 00:07:03,162 --> 00:07:04,899 It's a long story. 48 00:07:33,306 --> 00:07:34,555 Lex? 49 00:07:37,330 --> 00:07:41,495 I take it the fresh farm air isn't as invigorating as it's cracked up to be. 50 00:07:44,241 --> 00:07:46,800 I spend every day wandering around that place, 51 00:07:46,830 --> 00:07:49,860 trying to find something that will jog my memory. 52 00:07:49,900 --> 00:07:53,060 Well... did anything stand out? 53 00:07:53,100 --> 00:07:55,410 Anything out of the ordinary? 54 00:07:56,421 --> 00:07:58,233 Actually, yeah. 55 00:07:58,234 --> 00:07:59,698 Everything. 56 00:08:01,175 --> 00:08:03,354 I don't feel connected to it at all. 57 00:08:05,100 --> 00:08:07,030 But thanks for finding what you did. 58 00:08:07,060 --> 00:08:10,617 I know it matches with the girl formerly known as Kara Kent, but... 59 00:08:11,760 --> 00:08:13,919 The girl in that folder isn't me. 60 00:08:17,804 --> 00:08:19,795 How well do you know Clark? 61 00:08:21,100 --> 00:08:22,775 Do you trust him? 62 00:08:25,182 --> 00:08:27,145 I wish I could say yes. 63 00:08:31,449 --> 00:08:34,012 I'm starting to wonder if he's hiding something from me. 64 00:08:34,769 --> 00:08:38,516 Doesn't it seem weird that I don't have any medical or dental records? 65 00:08:38,682 --> 00:08:40,522 Who doesn't get sick? 66 00:08:41,381 --> 00:08:43,597 Clark can be evasive. 67 00:08:44,204 --> 00:08:46,230 Why would he lie to me? 68 00:08:46,260 --> 00:08:50,128 I mean, what in my past could be so horrible he wouldn't want me to know about it? 69 00:08:50,690 --> 00:08:52,760 Kara, I promise you... 70 00:08:52,800 --> 00:08:56,426 I will do everything in my power to help you get your memory back. 71 00:08:59,687 --> 00:09:03,499 Now, I don't suppose Clark has mentioned anything about your missing bracelet? 72 00:09:03,800 --> 00:09:05,081 No. 73 00:09:07,300 --> 00:09:09,225 Then I guess I should tell you. 74 00:09:14,309 --> 00:09:17,079 The design on your bracelet is a symbol... 75 00:09:17,500 --> 00:09:20,941 a symbol that matches others that have appeared around Smallville. 76 00:09:22,782 --> 00:09:26,542 These were first seen as paintings in the kawatchee caves. 77 00:09:27,400 --> 00:09:29,593 But they've appeared much more recently... 78 00:09:30,363 --> 00:09:32,430 Burned into the Kent barn. 79 00:09:34,547 --> 00:09:36,988 Whatever Clark's hiding from you... 80 00:09:37,630 --> 00:09:40,313 I think it has something to do with these symbols. 81 00:09:43,505 --> 00:09:47,335 That bracelet could be the clue to uncovering your true identity. 82 00:09:58,711 --> 00:10:01,030 Well, I'll see you this afternoon. 83 00:10:01,060 --> 00:10:03,230 Are you sure you don't want me to go with you? 84 00:10:03,260 --> 00:10:06,210 No, it's okay. Ben will help me unload the posts. 85 00:10:25,960 --> 00:10:29,160 So, the secret of the century is not so secret anymore. 86 00:10:29,547 --> 00:10:31,378 Lionel, Chloe, and Lana 87 00:10:31,379 --> 00:10:34,030 All know the truth about your extraterrestrial crash landing? 88 00:10:34,060 --> 00:10:35,730 It all just kind of happened. 89 00:10:37,760 --> 00:10:42,193 Well, the truth is, with all the danger I put you in, knowing my secret, 90 00:10:42,194 --> 00:10:44,043 I actually didn't want to tell anybody else, but... 91 00:10:44,044 --> 00:10:45,958 But... let me guess. 92 00:10:45,959 --> 00:10:48,766 You couldn't stop trying to save the world, and you got caught. 93 00:10:48,767 --> 00:10:50,365 Let's go. 94 00:10:58,982 --> 00:11:02,226 Wonder what your dad would think about a Luthor hanging out in his kitchen. 95 00:11:05,600 --> 00:11:07,360 2-1. 96 00:11:10,620 --> 00:11:12,540 Since my dad's been gone... 97 00:11:12,775 --> 00:11:14,830 Lionel's done a lot for me and my mom. 98 00:11:15,625 --> 00:11:18,100 Oh, I'm sure he has. I mean, 99 00:11:18,130 --> 00:11:20,537 he's done a lot for my family, too. 100 00:11:20,923 --> 00:11:24,087 Took our factory, caused my parents' divorce. 101 00:11:24,088 --> 00:11:25,965 The guy's a real saint. 102 00:11:29,684 --> 00:11:31,730 That's the way it used to be. 103 00:11:31,760 --> 00:11:33,800 I can't really expect you to understand. I mean, 104 00:11:33,830 --> 00:11:36,318 You have been gone for over three years. 105 00:11:37,100 --> 00:11:38,764 What have you been doing? 106 00:11:40,561 --> 00:11:43,340 We don't all land our dream career like Chloe. 107 00:11:43,341 --> 00:11:46,589 Kind of been doing the roadie gig. Pays the bills. 108 00:11:47,871 --> 00:11:49,909 Could of at least returned one of my calls. 109 00:11:52,134 --> 00:11:54,930 You think it's easy saying goodbye to your best friend? 110 00:11:55,856 --> 00:11:58,917 I couldn't risk anyone using me to get to the truth about your secret. 111 00:12:00,342 --> 00:12:03,197 I figured it was better just leaving it all in the past. 112 00:12:05,822 --> 00:12:08,578 - I didn't ask you to do that, Pete. - I know, 113 00:12:08,907 --> 00:12:12,329 But it doesn't change the fact that I've been looking over my shoulder ever since. 114 00:12:15,307 --> 00:12:18,184 I mean, I had to leave my life behind because of you, Clark. 115 00:12:19,861 --> 00:12:21,367 And to be honest... 116 00:12:21,900 --> 00:12:24,300 It was better than living in your shadow. 117 00:12:27,300 --> 00:12:28,906 I didn't know. 118 00:12:29,424 --> 00:12:31,687 Luckily, everything's changed. 119 00:12:39,168 --> 00:12:41,788 I finally brought my game up to your level, Clark. 120 00:12:42,130 --> 00:12:45,043 - What happened to you? - Doesn't matter. 121 00:12:45,044 --> 00:12:47,084 The other night, I saved this girl, 122 00:12:47,085 --> 00:12:49,713 And I finally got a taste of what it felt like to be you... 123 00:12:50,352 --> 00:12:52,079 To be a hero. 124 00:12:56,027 --> 00:12:58,675 Whatever it is, we need to find a way to reverse it. 125 00:13:00,271 --> 00:13:03,069 I should have known you couldn't be happy for me. 126 00:13:05,600 --> 00:13:09,293 - I want you to be careful. - And what, hide like you? 127 00:13:09,919 --> 00:13:12,900 This isn't you. It's the kryptonite. 128 00:13:12,930 --> 00:13:14,960 You know what it does, it warps your reality. 129 00:13:15,000 --> 00:13:18,178 The only thing warped is how many more people's lives you're gonna ruin 130 00:13:18,200 --> 00:13:20,260 by keeping your powers a secret. 131 00:13:20,300 --> 00:13:22,907 I'm not gonna make anyone live with that burden like you did. 132 00:13:23,846 --> 00:13:25,865 Things change, Clark. 133 00:13:25,866 --> 00:13:28,900 Time to share the glory, and if you try to stop me, 134 00:13:28,930 --> 00:13:32,099 my secret isn't gonna be the only one in danger of being exposed. 135 00:13:46,600 --> 00:13:49,379 Well, who should I blame for my server problems? 136 00:13:50,399 --> 00:13:52,718 I've been locked out of my files. 137 00:13:52,960 --> 00:13:54,253 Yes! 138 00:13:54,730 --> 00:13:56,400 Thank you. 139 00:13:56,430 --> 00:13:58,351 Open my e-mail yet? 140 00:13:58,379 --> 00:14:01,500 Sorry, Jimmy, I've been in I.T. hell all morning. 141 00:14:01,530 --> 00:14:04,817 Some network issue has got me surfing the slow lane. 142 00:14:04,826 --> 00:14:06,404 Okay. Here. 143 00:14:09,517 --> 00:14:11,048 Pretty cool, huh? 144 00:14:16,225 --> 00:14:17,878 Oh, my god. 145 00:14:17,879 --> 00:14:19,860 I know, right? This guy's elastic limbs 146 00:14:20,442 --> 00:14:22,430 Are gonna slingshot his story straight to the front page. 147 00:14:22,460 --> 00:14:25,790 Jimmy, this guy is Pete Ross. He was, like, my best friend in high school, 148 00:14:25,860 --> 00:14:28,130 Like, back before Clark. 149 00:14:29,972 --> 00:14:32,929 You, uh, ditched him for Clark? 150 00:14:35,130 --> 00:14:36,160 No. 151 00:14:36,200 --> 00:14:39,253 Uh, I mean, we were all friends. We were all best friends. 152 00:14:39,537 --> 00:14:42,531 Well, he is gonna be an overnight superstar. 153 00:14:42,532 --> 00:14:45,302 I just got off the phone. He's the first meteor freak. 154 00:14:46,080 --> 00:14:49,960 Uh... biologically enhanced individual... 155 00:14:52,500 --> 00:14:55,247 who's willing to be interviewed about his powers. 156 00:14:55,518 --> 00:14:58,232 I just need to flesh this out a little. 157 00:14:58,233 --> 00:15:00,806 - Interviewed? Are you serious? - Yeah. 158 00:15:00,830 --> 00:15:04,231 Imagine what a guy like Pete could do for the public perception of the meteor-enhanced. 159 00:15:04,232 --> 00:15:06,636 He's smart. He's funny. 160 00:15:06,637 --> 00:15:10,167 The guy's story is beyond amazing, it's great. 161 00:15:11,347 --> 00:15:13,860 Okay, so, he's a walking personal ad, 162 00:15:13,900 --> 00:15:18,089 But, Jimmy, as much as I appreciate your socially conscious attitude adjustment, 163 00:15:18,130 --> 00:15:20,600 The press would turn Pete into a circus freak. 164 00:15:20,630 --> 00:15:22,610 It's just an interview. 165 00:15:28,723 --> 00:15:30,686 You know what? Maybe you're right. 166 00:15:31,574 --> 00:15:33,621 Do you mind if I, um, 167 00:15:33,622 --> 00:15:36,196 Add a little purple prose, just to smooth out the rough edges? 168 00:15:36,197 --> 00:15:40,199 Please sprinkle some of your hemingway dust. Look, I'm off to the stride factory. 169 00:15:40,200 --> 00:15:43,409 I'm gonna interview a few of elastic man's comrades before they start the next gig. 170 00:15:44,330 --> 00:15:45,830 Thank you. 171 00:15:47,859 --> 00:15:50,060 Thank you. Thank you so much. 172 00:15:55,210 --> 00:15:58,200 Hey, Clark, uh, we've got a problem, 173 00:15:58,230 --> 00:16:00,900 And it appears to be growing. 174 00:16:31,957 --> 00:16:33,345 Chloe. 175 00:16:33,505 --> 00:16:36,374 Glad to see someone's taking advantage of my open-door policy. 176 00:16:36,375 --> 00:16:38,617 The I.T. department told me you've been monitoring 177 00:16:38,618 --> 00:16:41,712 everything that happens on the Daily Planet computers. 178 00:16:42,721 --> 00:16:45,587 Unauthorized surveillance is totally unethical. 179 00:16:45,588 --> 00:16:48,060 Pretty big words from a cub reporter. 180 00:16:48,100 --> 00:16:50,489 Shouldn't you be using them to write stories? 181 00:16:50,605 --> 00:16:52,100 Good idea. 182 00:16:52,130 --> 00:16:54,900 I think "office espionage" has a nice ring to it. 183 00:16:55,222 --> 00:16:56,777 Look... 184 00:16:56,886 --> 00:17:01,248 I'm new here, but I thought Lois had first stab at conspiracy theories. 185 00:17:01,249 --> 00:17:04,900 You hacked into my computer and copied my files, Lex! 186 00:17:04,930 --> 00:17:08,282 - I have rights! - No. You don't have rights. 187 00:17:08,756 --> 00:17:10,944 You have responsibilities. 188 00:17:10,945 --> 00:17:14,164 Owning the Daily Planet means everything within these walls, 189 00:17:14,165 --> 00:17:17,154 And if you have a problem with the way I run this paper, miss Sullivan, 190 00:17:17,155 --> 00:17:21,181 You're free to find out if the Inquisitor offers a more considerate environment! 191 00:17:22,041 --> 00:17:24,257 You're excused. 192 00:17:41,216 --> 00:17:43,999 - What time is the concert tonight? - 8:00. 193 00:17:44,000 --> 00:17:46,030 Thanks, bro. Keep livin'. 194 00:17:47,452 --> 00:17:49,200 Hey, C.K. 195 00:17:49,230 --> 00:17:51,400 Kara tell you about Pete's stretch save last night? 196 00:17:51,430 --> 00:17:53,166 Snapped his arms out like silly putty right in front of me. 197 00:17:53,167 --> 00:17:55,700 Maybe you didn't see what you thought you saw, Jimmy. 198 00:17:56,310 --> 00:17:59,199 What, you don't want to think that one of your best friends could be a meteor freak? 199 00:17:59,200 --> 00:18:02,980 Look, I just hate to think that you have something against the meteor-enhanced. 200 00:18:02,981 --> 00:18:05,990 That's not it... I just don't want to see anything happen to Pete... that's all. 201 00:18:05,991 --> 00:18:08,060 Like what, get the credit he deserves? 202 00:18:08,100 --> 00:18:11,062 Pete Ross is a hero. He saved Kara's life. And having the courage 203 00:18:11,063 --> 00:18:14,287 to reveal that to the rest of the world... that's a big deal. 204 00:18:15,162 --> 00:18:18,432 I'm not sure the rest of the world is gonna see it that way. 205 00:18:18,433 --> 00:18:22,106 Why? The world needs a hero now more than ever, Clark. 206 00:18:25,976 --> 00:18:29,300 Maybe meteor freaks can walk among us without being afraid. 207 00:18:30,674 --> 00:18:33,000 Wouldn't you want that if one was your friend? 208 00:19:14,432 --> 00:19:17,331 I always knew the torch would light the way to the big leagues. 209 00:19:17,332 --> 00:19:20,975 Pete, hey! It's so good to see you! 210 00:19:22,289 --> 00:19:25,659 Don't be too impressed, though. I just went from being a big fish in a small pond 211 00:19:25,660 --> 00:19:27,895 To a minnow in the atlantic. 212 00:19:27,986 --> 00:19:30,530 Well, I, for one, have read all your stories. 213 00:19:30,560 --> 00:19:33,999 And as much as some things change, some things always remain the same. 214 00:19:34,000 --> 00:19:36,060 I couldn't agree more. 215 00:19:36,100 --> 00:19:40,627 I'm actually in the process of mopping up Lex Luthor's daily carnage as we speak. 216 00:19:40,730 --> 00:19:42,756 Now, there's a name I don't miss. 217 00:19:42,757 --> 00:19:46,147 He's playing big brother on all of the computers at the Daily Planet. 218 00:19:46,149 --> 00:19:49,022 All my work is under his cyber lock and key. 219 00:19:49,023 --> 00:19:52,258 Well, can't you just work some of your virtual voodoo and get them back? 220 00:19:52,749 --> 00:19:56,530 Short of a direct hit from a massive virus, 221 00:19:56,560 --> 00:20:00,504 All of these files will forever be in the clutches of citizen Lex. 222 00:20:03,449 --> 00:20:06,096 Maybe I can give him something else to focus on. 223 00:20:13,392 --> 00:20:15,063 Cool, huh? 224 00:20:15,064 --> 00:20:17,354 A... Actually, yeah. 225 00:20:18,232 --> 00:20:20,411 Uh, come here. 226 00:20:20,536 --> 00:20:24,610 You don't want Lex or anyone else seeing that you can do that. 227 00:20:24,812 --> 00:20:27,851 Come on, Chloe, don't tell me that Clark's got you running scared 228 00:20:27,852 --> 00:20:29,880 - because of his secret, too? - Okay, I know you don't mean that. 229 00:20:29,881 --> 00:20:32,087 - Cause this isn't about Clark. - Isn't it? 230 00:20:32,779 --> 00:20:36,262 I mean, I remember what it was like, covering for him... 231 00:20:36,761 --> 00:20:40,451 Always having to watch what you had to say, lying... 232 00:20:41,036 --> 00:20:42,858 to you. 233 00:20:43,730 --> 00:20:46,199 Sometimes you don't have another choice. 234 00:20:46,200 --> 00:20:47,801 Yes, you do. 235 00:20:47,802 --> 00:20:51,331 And for once, I'm glad not to be following in Clark's footsteps. 236 00:20:52,418 --> 00:20:55,517 No secrets, Chloe. Put it on the front page. 237 00:20:56,368 --> 00:20:59,579 Okay, Pete, I get the whole "reach for the stars" mentality, 238 00:20:59,580 --> 00:21:03,360 And right now you actually could reach a few of those stars. But... 239 00:21:03,400 --> 00:21:07,932 what all about all the meteor-Infected people who still appreciate their privacy? 240 00:21:07,933 --> 00:21:11,010 If they want to keep living a lie, that's their problem. 241 00:21:18,639 --> 00:21:23,188 Maybe it's time for everyone to realize that a real hero doesn't hide in the shadows. 242 00:21:23,353 --> 00:21:25,109 Excuse me. 243 00:21:45,700 --> 00:21:47,735 Are you looking for something? 244 00:21:48,730 --> 00:21:49,928 Lana. 245 00:21:49,929 --> 00:21:52,660 Um... yeah, I was... 246 00:21:52,661 --> 00:21:56,888 Kara, I don't think that Clark would appreciate you going through his things. 247 00:22:05,779 --> 00:22:07,830 What do you know about these symbols? 248 00:22:11,393 --> 00:22:13,956 As much as anyone in Smallville, I guess. 249 00:22:13,957 --> 00:22:16,026 They're from a local indian tribe. 250 00:22:16,027 --> 00:22:18,637 Then why were they on the bracelet I used to wear? 251 00:22:19,430 --> 00:22:23,059 Well, maybe you bought it while you were here visiting the Kents, 252 00:22:23,060 --> 00:22:25,485 Or maybe they sent it to you as a present. 253 00:22:29,730 --> 00:22:31,819 Know what's amazing? 254 00:22:32,060 --> 00:22:35,430 How you and Clark can just lie on autopilot like that. 255 00:22:36,038 --> 00:22:39,071 I know about the symbol's burned into the barn... 256 00:22:39,072 --> 00:22:40,887 And the fields. 257 00:22:42,750 --> 00:22:44,460 And I know about this. 258 00:22:48,401 --> 00:22:51,800 A tattoo you somehow don't have anymore. 259 00:22:52,569 --> 00:22:54,766 Where did you get these? 260 00:22:55,964 --> 00:22:57,231 Lex. 261 00:23:08,488 --> 00:23:11,059 Lex has a way of being the hero 262 00:23:11,060 --> 00:23:13,830 at the exact moment that you need to be saved. 263 00:23:14,577 --> 00:23:17,328 I know how enticing that can be. 264 00:23:18,634 --> 00:23:23,009 One day, he'll turn the tables, and you'll realize that everything was a lie. 265 00:23:27,445 --> 00:23:30,788 If you really want to prove that Lex is the one lying... 266 00:23:31,490 --> 00:23:34,016 Then just tell me the truth. 267 00:23:34,201 --> 00:23:36,924 It's obvious you're covering something. 268 00:23:38,462 --> 00:23:40,830 Please, Lana. 269 00:23:54,799 --> 00:23:59,418 You know, you can keep shoveling dirt over my past... 270 00:24:00,030 --> 00:24:01,711 But eventually... 271 00:24:02,692 --> 00:24:04,570 I'll uncover the truth. 272 00:25:02,320 --> 00:25:04,977 Please... don't let me disturb you. 273 00:25:06,460 --> 00:25:09,331 Quite the hero these days, aren't you, Pete? 274 00:25:09,332 --> 00:25:11,264 Saving Kara. 275 00:25:11,265 --> 00:25:13,593 And now I gather you're trying to impress Chloe 276 00:25:13,594 --> 00:25:17,079 by erasing any record of her extracurricular projects. 277 00:25:17,528 --> 00:25:19,913 I guess things never change. 278 00:25:20,830 --> 00:25:23,030 You're living proof of that. 279 00:25:23,060 --> 00:25:25,688 You know, we may have more in common than you think. 280 00:25:26,130 --> 00:25:28,460 We both had a friend who let us down, 281 00:25:28,500 --> 00:25:31,130 and something tells me you know what it's like to love a woman 282 00:25:31,160 --> 00:25:34,400 who's still infatuated with Clark Kent. 283 00:25:35,319 --> 00:25:37,260 Maybe I was wrong. 284 00:25:37,866 --> 00:25:39,932 Things do change. 285 00:25:41,019 --> 00:25:43,676 You're even more messed up than before. 286 00:25:45,604 --> 00:25:48,618 I thought an olive branch was a pretty civilized response 287 00:25:48,619 --> 00:25:50,800 to breaking and entering. But... 288 00:25:50,830 --> 00:25:54,142 however you want to see it, one truth remains... 289 00:25:54,243 --> 00:25:56,647 I control Chloe's fate. 290 00:25:56,739 --> 00:25:59,133 And if you really want to be her hero, 291 00:25:59,134 --> 00:26:02,213 you're gonna put that amazing ability to work for me. 292 00:26:03,554 --> 00:26:06,550 Now... there's a certain bracelet 293 00:26:06,551 --> 00:26:09,226 that I believe is locked in my father's vault. 294 00:26:10,143 --> 00:26:11,683 I want it. 295 00:26:11,684 --> 00:26:13,477 I'm sure you do. 296 00:26:14,780 --> 00:26:18,483 But Chloe wouldn't want you using her job to make me do anything. 297 00:26:19,065 --> 00:26:21,816 I'm not talking about her job, Pete. 298 00:26:22,819 --> 00:26:26,237 I'm talking about the secret she's been keeping. 299 00:26:28,985 --> 00:26:31,400 Do you really want to be the reason the world 300 00:26:31,430 --> 00:26:34,456 finds out that Chloe's a meteor freak? 301 00:26:42,730 --> 00:26:46,003 - Stride gum factory? - It's been used as an underground venue 302 00:26:46,004 --> 00:26:48,037 for bands until it was shut down a few months ago. 303 00:26:48,038 --> 00:26:49,415 It's already been closed? 304 00:26:49,416 --> 00:26:52,222 Maybe next time they won't let the flavor last quite so long. 305 00:26:52,223 --> 00:26:54,468 I found the source of Pete's powers. 306 00:26:54,469 --> 00:26:57,501 Kryptonite-enhanced gum. I found a whole stockpile. 307 00:26:57,502 --> 00:27:00,445 Chewing gum? Is nothing sacred anymore? 308 00:27:00,446 --> 00:27:03,492 I destroyed it, but we have to find Pete. His attitude is changing. 309 00:27:03,493 --> 00:27:06,215 Ah, so, you got a whiff of Pete "the boss" Ross, too, huh? 310 00:27:06,216 --> 00:27:09,849 If he ingests any more kryptonite... we both know what happens to people. 311 00:27:09,850 --> 00:27:13,403 Present company on standby. And since the "go-go gadget" arms 312 00:27:13,404 --> 00:27:16,159 Has been going public with his abilities, he's got to be... 313 00:27:21,902 --> 00:27:23,723 What's going on? 314 00:27:27,460 --> 00:27:29,854 It looks like some kind of virus. 315 00:27:30,200 --> 00:27:32,256 My computer's totally fried. 316 00:27:32,257 --> 00:27:36,012 And judging from the collective sighs, so is everybody else's. 317 00:27:39,635 --> 00:27:44,162 Clark, I think our new hero went vigilante and wiped out the Planet's server to protect me. 318 00:27:44,497 --> 00:27:46,430 Hey, guys! 319 00:27:46,460 --> 00:27:48,300 Major scoop. 320 00:27:48,501 --> 00:27:50,999 Pete's headed over to Lionel Luthor's office. 321 00:27:51,000 --> 00:27:53,230 He's stealing something for Lex. 322 00:29:38,410 --> 00:29:41,208 Guess your world's only big enough for one hero. 323 00:29:41,209 --> 00:29:43,649 This isn't the way to be a hero, Pete. 324 00:29:43,800 --> 00:29:46,213 The kryptonite is affecting your judgment. 325 00:29:47,666 --> 00:29:50,266 Just tell me what Lex has on you. I'll take care of it. 326 00:29:50,267 --> 00:29:52,001 By doing what? 327 00:29:52,002 --> 00:29:56,282 I've only been back in town one day, and already Lex is squeezing me to get to your secret. 328 00:29:56,582 --> 00:29:58,056 My secret? 329 00:30:00,800 --> 00:30:02,710 Look familiar? 330 00:30:04,160 --> 00:30:06,160 It always comes back to you. 331 00:30:06,814 --> 00:30:09,400 Guess you didn't know your new best friend had that? 332 00:30:15,100 --> 00:30:18,267 - There must be a reason. - His last name, Clark. 333 00:30:18,268 --> 00:30:21,630 Lionel, Lex... they're the same person. 334 00:30:21,660 --> 00:30:25,293 And they're not gonna stop using people until they get to the truth about you. 335 00:30:30,147 --> 00:30:31,959 Sorry, Clark... 336 00:30:32,037 --> 00:30:34,173 but I don't have a choice. 337 00:30:35,800 --> 00:30:40,024 Now, if I turn that bracelet over to Lex, he's gonna get one step closer to your secret. 338 00:30:41,458 --> 00:30:44,992 The only way to stop all this is to take Lex out of the equation. 339 00:30:47,562 --> 00:30:49,938 It's my turn to save you... 340 00:30:49,939 --> 00:30:52,590 and everybody else from Lex once and for all. 341 00:31:48,500 --> 00:31:50,864 Pete... you're late. 342 00:31:52,900 --> 00:31:54,360 You're right. 343 00:31:54,400 --> 00:31:57,221 I should have done this three years ago. 344 00:32:00,930 --> 00:32:03,257 How many more people are you gonna hurt?! 345 00:32:03,258 --> 00:32:05,257 When is it gonna end? 346 00:32:15,760 --> 00:32:17,873 Where's the bracelet, Pete? 347 00:32:23,557 --> 00:32:25,560 I never found it! 348 00:32:25,600 --> 00:32:27,291 - I don't have it. - Where is it? 349 00:32:27,292 --> 00:32:28,500 I don't have it. 350 00:32:28,530 --> 00:32:29,900 I don't have it. 351 00:32:34,384 --> 00:32:36,660 You're starting to try my patience, Pete. 352 00:32:36,700 --> 00:32:40,056 Then bring it on... cause the truth isn't gonna change. 353 00:32:41,500 --> 00:32:43,642 Then maybe we can help. 354 00:33:03,648 --> 00:33:05,530 What happened, Clark? 355 00:33:05,560 --> 00:33:07,963 You and I need to talk. 356 00:33:07,964 --> 00:33:11,042 First, I need to stop Pete from making a huge mistake. 357 00:33:34,422 --> 00:33:37,549 I don't like this any more than you do, Pete... 358 00:33:38,130 --> 00:33:40,160 But I need that bracelet. 359 00:33:40,530 --> 00:33:43,706 Now, this is the last time I'm gonna ask you. 360 00:33:44,338 --> 00:33:45,821 Where is it? 361 00:33:45,822 --> 00:33:48,732 I don't have it! I already told you I don't have it! 362 00:33:48,733 --> 00:33:50,478 And I never did. 363 00:33:52,860 --> 00:33:54,350 Okay. 364 00:34:19,659 --> 00:34:21,227 You okay? 365 00:34:23,611 --> 00:34:24,888 Yeah. 366 00:34:31,520 --> 00:34:34,993 I guess the best part about knowing your secret is... 367 00:34:35,491 --> 00:34:37,423 being able to say... 368 00:34:38,618 --> 00:34:40,317 Thank you. 369 00:34:50,891 --> 00:34:52,402 I got to admit... 370 00:34:52,771 --> 00:34:55,460 One-On-One was a lot more fun when I had powers. 371 00:34:55,461 --> 00:34:57,546 Now I'm really at a disadvantage. 372 00:34:57,547 --> 00:34:59,050 Come on, Pete. 373 00:34:59,051 --> 00:35:01,889 Even without powers, you were always at a disadvantage. 374 00:35:02,500 --> 00:35:04,742 Let's just hope for a quick recovery. 375 00:35:05,561 --> 00:35:09,467 Look, Clark, um, I didn't really mean what I said yesterday. 376 00:35:11,120 --> 00:35:13,927 You're not the reason my life's ended up the way it has. 377 00:35:15,146 --> 00:35:16,789 I know the kryptonite 378 00:35:16,790 --> 00:35:19,660 Can get you a little amped, but you weren't wrong. 379 00:35:21,316 --> 00:35:24,123 Almost every day, I wonder what it would be like not to have to live a lie, 380 00:35:24,124 --> 00:35:26,800 But... you can't. I know. 381 00:35:27,590 --> 00:35:30,651 I never really understood how hard it was being you. 382 00:35:33,199 --> 00:35:36,354 I was always a little jealous of your life, and... 383 00:35:37,160 --> 00:35:39,261 It was easier to blame you. 384 00:35:39,301 --> 00:35:40,900 I'm sorry. 385 00:35:46,500 --> 00:35:48,760 It's time for me to make a change. 386 00:35:49,749 --> 00:35:52,815 I know there's a hero inside me somewhere. I just... 387 00:35:54,530 --> 00:35:57,038 I got to find another way to save the world. 388 00:36:05,560 --> 00:36:07,130 Hey, Chloe. 389 00:36:07,160 --> 00:36:08,620 Hey. 390 00:36:08,621 --> 00:36:11,494 Is this the "Barry Bonds" Pete or the "Hank Aaron" Pete? 391 00:36:11,513 --> 00:36:14,377 This is a "100% Pete Ross". 392 00:36:16,030 --> 00:36:18,530 I just came by to apologize before I left. 393 00:36:18,560 --> 00:36:20,812 Clark told me what you did. 394 00:36:20,994 --> 00:36:22,800 Thank you. 395 00:36:22,830 --> 00:36:26,825 You risked your life to protect me. Now, that's not only Webster's definition of "hero", 396 00:36:26,830 --> 00:36:29,403 it's mine, too. There's no apology needed. 397 00:36:31,600 --> 00:36:35,100 Chloe, um, Lex told me you had a power. 398 00:36:37,631 --> 00:36:39,900 Y... You don't have to tell me what it is. 399 00:36:42,860 --> 00:36:44,589 This... 400 00:36:44,800 --> 00:36:46,830 is for ruining your computer. 401 00:36:46,860 --> 00:36:48,329 Pete... 402 00:36:49,030 --> 00:36:53,349 just promise me you won't let another light-year pass by before I see you again. 403 00:36:53,460 --> 00:36:56,269 - You can count on it. - Come here. 404 00:37:01,960 --> 00:37:03,699 Hey! 405 00:37:04,897 --> 00:37:06,430 Jimmy. 406 00:37:07,854 --> 00:37:11,760 No hard feelings, man. I... I decided to live my life in anonymity. 407 00:37:11,761 --> 00:37:13,706 I understand. 408 00:37:13,707 --> 00:37:16,895 - Some secrets are better kept. - Yeah. 409 00:37:17,253 --> 00:37:19,177 - See you soon. - Yeah. 410 00:37:19,382 --> 00:37:20,830 Pete! 411 00:37:21,759 --> 00:37:23,139 Relax. 412 00:37:23,915 --> 00:37:26,169 It's kryptonite-free. 413 00:37:26,939 --> 00:37:28,353 Bye. 414 00:37:32,700 --> 00:37:35,762 So, you guys gonna be hanging out anytime soon? 415 00:37:36,130 --> 00:37:39,359 I just mean, it looks like gumby found his pokey. 416 00:37:39,360 --> 00:37:41,209 - Unless you... - You were right the first time. 417 00:37:41,210 --> 00:37:43,457 - Pete and I are just friends. - Cool. 418 00:37:45,657 --> 00:37:46,934 Yeah, it's cool. 419 00:37:49,318 --> 00:37:52,600 What about you? How was date night with Kara? 420 00:37:52,601 --> 00:37:54,553 Uh, you know... 421 00:37:55,400 --> 00:37:57,800 No, Kara's great... but... 422 00:38:00,306 --> 00:38:03,047 I think the spark kind of fizzled for both of us. 423 00:38:05,676 --> 00:38:07,113 Sorry. 424 00:38:08,579 --> 00:38:10,100 No, you're not. 425 00:38:11,199 --> 00:38:15,775 No, n... no, w... Wha... uh, what I meant was that I... I hope that you're not. 426 00:38:17,954 --> 00:38:21,053 I should have just said that I'm not, right? 427 00:38:28,500 --> 00:38:30,112 Is there any... 428 00:38:30,553 --> 00:38:34,392 Interest in seeing if we can breathe some fire into this ember over a cup of coffee? 429 00:38:37,878 --> 00:38:40,000 I'll bring the butane. 430 00:40:01,610 --> 00:40:03,160 Mr. Luthor? 431 00:40:03,200 --> 00:40:05,830 I checked with the Metropolis observatory 432 00:40:05,860 --> 00:40:08,560 about the constellation in your family crest. 433 00:40:08,600 --> 00:40:12,304 The last time these stars were configured in this exact arrangement 434 00:40:12,305 --> 00:40:14,930 was October 7, 1989. 435 00:40:16,312 --> 00:40:18,730 The day of the first meteor shower. 436 00:40:19,616 --> 00:40:21,550 And there's something else. 437 00:40:36,096 --> 00:40:39,035 I'm sorry. I didn't mean to disturb you. 438 00:40:41,250 --> 00:40:43,541 I thought I made myself clear. 439 00:40:44,561 --> 00:40:46,877 You're always welcome here. 440 00:40:47,900 --> 00:40:49,778 I was hoping you'd say that. 441 00:40:51,385 --> 00:40:54,014 I don't trust Clark and Lana anymore. 442 00:40:54,992 --> 00:40:57,753 And the idea of living with them on the farm... 443 00:41:00,258 --> 00:41:03,840 I hope you don't mind, Lex, but I was wondering if I could stay here... 444 00:41:04,218 --> 00:41:05,955 with you.