00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:04,162 Translated By The Community Of WWW.MY-SUBS.COM 1 00:00:22,687 --> 00:00:25,360 Okay, take five. Kent and Turner, you're in the final. 2 00:00:25,927 --> 00:00:29,158 Dude, I'd definitely take you in a rematch. 3 00:00:29,327 --> 00:00:32,160 My foot slipped on the dive, ruined my rhythm. 4 00:00:32,327 --> 00:00:34,602 It's funny, I thought you were just slow. 5 00:00:37,007 --> 00:00:38,679 He's a hottie, isn't he? 6 00:00:39,327 --> 00:00:40,646 Look at him. 7 00:00:41,007 --> 00:00:44,363 - Who, Clark? - Oh, come on, Lana. 8 00:00:44,527 --> 00:00:46,836 - Krissy, Clark and I are just friends. - Right. 9 00:00:50,407 --> 00:00:52,875 - So, what do you think? - Awesome. 10 00:00:53,047 --> 00:00:56,119 I'll ask the principal if we can hang it in the cafeteria. 11 00:00:56,287 --> 00:00:59,404 You've really thrown yourself into Spirit Week. I'm impressed. 12 00:00:59,567 --> 00:01:03,526 Well, these are the best times of our lives. Isn't that what they say? 13 00:01:03,967 --> 00:01:06,606 To be honest, I'd forgotten how much fun this can be. 14 00:01:06,767 --> 00:01:09,565 - I'm looking forward to it. - Krissy. Hey, baby. 15 00:01:09,887 --> 00:01:13,402 Hey, Troy, you're dripping on my signs. 16 00:01:13,567 --> 00:01:17,560 - Don't you have another race? - Finals. I need a good-luck kiss. 17 00:01:19,007 --> 00:01:22,443 - Go. I can finish up here. - Thanks. Follow me. 18 00:01:23,767 --> 00:01:25,485 Not a problem. 19 00:01:32,767 --> 00:01:35,998 All right, this one's for bragging rights. Fastest in the school. 20 00:01:36,167 --> 00:01:38,476 Okay, guys, on the blocks. 21 00:01:39,727 --> 00:01:41,683 Come on, Troy, hurry up. 22 00:01:45,167 --> 00:01:46,998 Swimmers, take your marks. 23 00:01:48,207 --> 00:01:50,767 Three, two, one! 24 00:02:02,047 --> 00:02:03,878 Troy? 25 00:02:04,207 --> 00:02:06,402 - Hey, hey! Troy! - What's wrong with him? 26 00:02:10,687 --> 00:02:12,006 He's going under! 27 00:02:12,807 --> 00:02:14,638 Somebody help him! 28 00:02:14,807 --> 00:02:16,957 - Troy! - Help him! 29 00:03:36,967 --> 00:03:38,844 Open your mouth. 30 00:03:41,687 --> 00:03:42,881 Hey, that's perfect. 31 00:03:43,047 --> 00:03:46,562 All we have to do is come up with a snappy name, we'll make a fortune. 32 00:03:46,727 --> 00:03:49,036 Forget Mrs. Fields. You could be "Mrs. Kents." 33 00:03:49,207 --> 00:03:53,280 - I like the sound of that. - This is turning into a bigtime operation. 34 00:03:53,447 --> 00:03:55,597 Thanks. I've added two convenience stores... 35 00:03:55,767 --> 00:03:58,281 ...and the retirement center to my client list. 36 00:03:58,447 --> 00:04:00,165 That's great. 37 00:04:00,367 --> 00:04:02,085 What? 38 00:04:02,247 --> 00:04:04,966 I don't see how we'll pay the feed bill this month. 39 00:04:05,447 --> 00:04:09,759 - I could get an extension on our credit. - We're already three months behind. 40 00:04:09,927 --> 00:04:13,124 - Henry's a friend, he'll understand. - He already said no. 41 00:04:13,407 --> 00:04:16,444 My salary from Lionel isn't enough. What are we gonna do? 42 00:04:16,607 --> 00:04:19,804 I don't know, we don't have a whole lot of options here. 43 00:04:19,967 --> 00:04:21,605 There is one call we can make. 44 00:04:25,087 --> 00:04:27,476 Maybe we should talk to my father. 45 00:04:31,807 --> 00:04:34,116 Why is it whenever anyone mentions Granddad... 46 00:04:34,287 --> 00:04:37,165 ...everyone becomes quiet and uncomfortable? 47 00:04:37,327 --> 00:04:40,239 - Isn't it weird I've never met the guy? - Clark, I'm... 48 00:04:40,407 --> 00:04:44,366 I'm sorry you haven't had a relationship with your grandpa, I really am. 49 00:04:44,527 --> 00:04:46,643 But there's too much bad blood. 50 00:04:48,047 --> 00:04:51,278 I'm sorry, but I've got work to do. 51 00:04:59,807 --> 00:05:04,039 - Lana, where would you like these? - You can just put them on the counter. 52 00:05:04,207 --> 00:05:06,801 - Getting ready for the Spirit Week bash? - Trying to. 53 00:05:06,967 --> 00:05:11,802 I think Nell's used the projection booth as her personal storage since the late '70s. 54 00:05:18,727 --> 00:05:20,683 What are those? 55 00:05:20,847 --> 00:05:23,805 Clark, these photos are of my mom and some guy. 56 00:05:24,527 --> 00:05:26,358 Maybe he's an old boyfriend. 57 00:05:30,167 --> 00:05:32,442 They were taken when my parents were married. 58 00:05:32,607 --> 00:05:34,598 Maybe he was just a friend. 59 00:05:39,407 --> 00:05:41,967 - I'm sure you're right. - Right about what? 60 00:05:42,127 --> 00:05:44,197 The mystery man with Lana's mother. 61 00:05:44,367 --> 00:05:47,165 Hey, they make an attractive couple. 62 00:05:50,887 --> 00:05:54,436 There could be a million explanations. Who do you think it is? 63 00:05:55,487 --> 00:05:57,478 I don't know, but I'll bet Nell does. 64 00:05:57,647 --> 00:06:01,356 Then mystery solved. I wish they were all this easy. 65 00:06:01,527 --> 00:06:03,995 Well, it's late, we should get to school. 66 00:06:04,167 --> 00:06:08,126 - I'm heading that way, if you need a lift. - I've got the first two periods off. 67 00:06:08,287 --> 00:06:11,802 - Clark? - No, I was just gonna run. 68 00:06:12,767 --> 00:06:15,406 I don't think you could outrun my Porsche, Clark. 69 00:06:24,807 --> 00:06:27,367 Excuse me. What's going on? I need to get in there. 70 00:06:27,527 --> 00:06:31,236 - You should've been here earlier, Mr...? - Kent. Clark Kent. 71 00:06:31,407 --> 00:06:35,400 Of course. I noticed in your records you have a penchant for tardiness. 72 00:06:36,167 --> 00:06:39,204 - Who exactly are you? - I'm Mr. Reynolds, your new principal. 73 00:06:39,647 --> 00:06:42,366 - Oh, nice to meet you. - Yes. 74 00:06:42,527 --> 00:06:44,040 So you're aware, from now on... 75 00:06:44,207 --> 00:06:48,439 ...this gate locks when the bell rings and doesn't open until school is out. 76 00:06:48,607 --> 00:06:50,040 I'd... 77 00:06:50,687 --> 00:06:54,521 I'd appreciate it if you'd give Clark a pass. He was late because of me. 78 00:06:54,687 --> 00:06:56,245 Lex Luthor. 79 00:06:56,407 --> 00:07:00,605 The Porsche, the attitude. Somehow I'm not surprised you're involved. 80 00:07:00,767 --> 00:07:03,440 - You know each other. - Mr. Reynolds was headmaster... 81 00:07:03,607 --> 00:07:05,882 ...at Excelsior Prep during my stay there. 82 00:07:06,047 --> 00:07:08,197 You might find this hard to believe, Lex... 83 00:07:08,367 --> 00:07:11,677 ...but people should take responsibility for their own actions. 84 00:07:11,847 --> 00:07:14,919 - It won't happen again. - I'm keeping my eye on you, Mr. Kent. 85 00:07:15,447 --> 00:07:18,917 The next time it happens, automatic detention. 86 00:07:20,927 --> 00:07:22,121 Catch you later, Clark. 87 00:07:27,087 --> 00:07:31,797 Spare the rod, spoil the child. You haven't changed. What's next, school uniforms? 88 00:07:32,047 --> 00:07:36,120 I'd appreciate it if you'd stay away from my school and my students, Luthor. 89 00:07:36,287 --> 00:07:40,360 Listen, I know we had our share of run-ins at Excelsior, but I was 14. 90 00:07:40,527 --> 00:07:43,166 Don't you think it's petty to be holding a grudge? 91 00:07:43,327 --> 00:07:45,921 That's awfully noble, coming from a Luthor. 92 00:07:46,927 --> 00:07:48,406 I'm a little confused. 93 00:07:48,567 --> 00:07:51,035 Exactly what did I do to earn such enmity? 94 00:07:53,487 --> 00:07:55,284 Goodbye, Lex. 95 00:08:06,687 --> 00:08:08,723 Kristine Parker? 96 00:08:13,727 --> 00:08:16,764 - I'm Principal Reynolds. - Hi, nice to finally meet you. 97 00:08:16,927 --> 00:08:20,920 - Did you get my memo about uniforms? - I did. Thank you, I'm looking into it. 98 00:08:21,087 --> 00:08:24,523 I understand you're the visionary behind our Spirit Week activities. 99 00:08:24,687 --> 00:08:27,360 Well, I just want everyone to have the best time ever. 100 00:08:27,527 --> 00:08:29,518 I admire your enthusiasm. 101 00:08:29,687 --> 00:08:33,646 I was going through the student files, trying to get to know everyone better... 102 00:08:33,807 --> 00:08:37,720 ...and I noticed we don't have the transcripts from your last school. 103 00:08:37,887 --> 00:08:41,721 That's weird. But it figures, my guidance counselor was a total ditz. 104 00:08:41,887 --> 00:08:45,402 We need a copy on file. If you can have your parents forward it... 105 00:08:45,567 --> 00:08:49,242 ...I'd appreciate it. - No problem, I'll tell them tonight. 106 00:08:57,887 --> 00:09:01,641 I see Troy's death has joined the ranks of the unexplained and bizarre. 107 00:09:01,807 --> 00:09:07,200 Big time. The report said he died of an onset of a rapid aging disease, progeria. 108 00:09:07,367 --> 00:09:10,279 I thought that made you age over 10 years, not 10 seconds. 109 00:09:10,447 --> 00:09:14,918 Exactly. The coroner's running a test to tell whether Troy had progeria, or... 110 00:09:15,087 --> 00:09:16,884 Something unexplained and bizarre. 111 00:09:17,047 --> 00:09:21,882 Good luck investigating. You'll probably need a hall pass from our new principal. 112 00:09:22,047 --> 00:09:24,402 A lot of schools have a closed-campus policy. 113 00:09:25,247 --> 00:09:27,807 - Why you so worked up? - I had a run-in with him. 114 00:09:27,967 --> 00:09:31,039 He busted me for being late. Threatened to keep his eye on me. 115 00:09:31,207 --> 00:09:34,722 Clark's on the principal's bad boy list. First time for everything. 116 00:09:34,887 --> 00:09:36,525 - Guy's a real hard case. - Right. 117 00:09:36,687 --> 00:09:40,123 First, it's a lock-down, next thing you know he'll be burning books. 118 00:09:40,287 --> 00:09:42,243 Wait till he comes after The Torch. 119 00:09:42,407 --> 00:09:47,276 I did some digging on Principal Reynolds to find out his views on the fourth estate. 120 00:09:47,847 --> 00:09:50,236 Harvard, B.A. Ph.D. At Columbia in education. 121 00:09:50,727 --> 00:09:55,164 Taught at prep schools all over Europe and the East Coast. Pretty impressive r 122 00:09:55,327 --> 00:09:59,206 His name was mentioned as the new head of the Metropolis Board of Education. 123 00:09:59,367 --> 00:10:02,359 Till one day he's dismissed from Excelsior Prep... 124 00:10:02,527 --> 00:10:04,483 ...and he doesn't work again until here. 125 00:10:04,647 --> 00:10:07,320 How does a guy on the fast track end up in Smallville? 126 00:10:07,487 --> 00:10:09,955 I don't know, but he's not Wall of Weird material. 127 00:10:10,367 --> 00:10:14,599 Just because the guy doesn't love you like every other teacher in this school... 128 00:10:14,767 --> 00:10:17,964 ...doesn't mean that he's hiding some dark past. 129 00:10:25,207 --> 00:10:27,357 Hey. Came by to see if you needed a hand. 130 00:10:27,527 --> 00:10:29,961 Thought you were helping your mom this afternoon. 131 00:10:30,127 --> 00:10:33,517 - She said she's got it covered. - Something wrong? 132 00:10:33,687 --> 00:10:35,962 My mom's been secretive the last couple days. 133 00:10:36,127 --> 00:10:38,516 A Kent secretive, that's shocking. 134 00:10:38,687 --> 00:10:41,884 - It has to do with my grandfather. - You've never mentioned him. 135 00:10:42,047 --> 00:10:45,084 I've never actually met him. I've only seen old pictures. 136 00:10:45,247 --> 00:10:49,035 - Do you know anything about him? - He was a corporate lawyer in Metropolis. 137 00:10:49,207 --> 00:10:52,165 He and my grandmother retired to Coast City. 138 00:10:52,567 --> 00:10:56,003 When I was in sixth grade, I decided to call him. I left messages... 139 00:10:56,167 --> 00:10:59,364 ...but he never called back. Guess he wasn't interested. 140 00:10:59,527 --> 00:11:02,963 All these years I had this image of the Kents as the perfect family. 141 00:11:03,127 --> 00:11:06,085 I guess we're just as dysfunctional as everyone else. 142 00:11:06,887 --> 00:11:09,321 I never did pressure my parents for the story. 143 00:11:09,487 --> 00:11:11,159 Maybe you didn't want to know. 144 00:11:11,527 --> 00:11:14,439 Maybe it's easier to live with the image than the truth. 145 00:11:14,607 --> 00:11:18,520 Looks like we're both dealing with secrets out of the past. 146 00:11:18,967 --> 00:11:22,926 I'm not sure what I'm gonna do, but this is your chance to get some answers. 147 00:11:27,807 --> 00:11:30,082 I'll catch up with you later? 148 00:11:33,727 --> 00:11:38,198 Lana, the place looks fantastic. 149 00:11:39,247 --> 00:11:42,683 - You've done a really good job here. - Thanks. 150 00:11:43,487 --> 00:11:46,843 - I wanted to talk to you about something. - Yeah, what is it? 151 00:11:49,087 --> 00:11:51,237 These pictures. 152 00:11:54,407 --> 00:11:55,726 Do you know who he is? 153 00:11:56,087 --> 00:11:58,840 Must have been one of your mom's old boyfriends. 154 00:11:59,007 --> 00:12:01,885 They were taken after Mom and Dad were already married. 155 00:12:02,047 --> 00:12:04,607 Just a year before I was born. 156 00:12:06,687 --> 00:12:08,518 Lana, what's this about? 157 00:12:09,487 --> 00:12:10,681 I'm not sure. 158 00:12:11,767 --> 00:12:13,439 Listen to me. 159 00:12:14,607 --> 00:12:16,086 Your mother... 160 00:12:16,527 --> 00:12:20,964 She loved you and your father more than anything else in this world. 161 00:12:21,767 --> 00:12:25,555 She never would have done anything to hurt either of you. 162 00:12:27,007 --> 00:12:28,884 You know that, don't you? 163 00:12:53,167 --> 00:12:54,725 Hi, Dad. 164 00:12:54,887 --> 00:12:56,923 I appreciate you making the trip. 165 00:13:02,927 --> 00:13:04,724 I was surprised to get your message. 166 00:13:04,887 --> 00:13:07,560 Must have taken a lot for Jonathan to ask for my help. 167 00:13:07,727 --> 00:13:11,845 Jonathan is at the co-op in Grandville. He doesn't know I called. 168 00:13:12,767 --> 00:13:14,519 I should have known. 169 00:13:16,687 --> 00:13:19,155 I imagined this place differently. 170 00:13:20,567 --> 00:13:22,876 But it's not the life I wanted for you, Martha. 171 00:13:23,047 --> 00:13:25,959 I'm happy, Dad. It's a good life. 172 00:13:26,127 --> 00:13:30,086 For some people, maybe. But you had so much potential. 173 00:13:30,247 --> 00:13:35,002 Top 10 in your class. You could have gone to any law school you wanted. 174 00:13:35,167 --> 00:13:37,203 I had hoped you'd take over my practice. 175 00:13:37,367 --> 00:13:40,598 I never wanted to be a lawyer. This is the life I chose. 176 00:13:40,767 --> 00:13:43,156 This is the life Jonathan chose for you. 177 00:13:43,327 --> 00:13:46,558 - You just went along for the ride. - This isn't about Jonathan. 178 00:13:46,727 --> 00:13:50,402 You raised an independent daughter. You're angry because you got that. 179 00:13:50,567 --> 00:13:55,357 Now, 20 years later, going behind your husband's back asking me for money. 180 00:13:55,527 --> 00:13:58,360 - Mom? - Clark. 181 00:13:58,807 --> 00:14:00,604 I thought you were at the Talon. 182 00:14:01,087 --> 00:14:03,555 I finished early. What's up? 183 00:14:06,087 --> 00:14:08,203 Clark, this is your grandfather. 184 00:14:11,327 --> 00:14:14,364 - Pleased to meet you, sir. - Hello, Clark. 185 00:14:20,047 --> 00:14:21,400 I'II... 186 00:14:21,567 --> 00:14:23,319 I'll be at the motel. 187 00:14:24,287 --> 00:14:27,404 I'll have a cashier's check drawn tomorrow morning. 188 00:14:27,567 --> 00:14:31,196 Why don't you stay with us? We have plenty of room. 189 00:14:32,887 --> 00:14:35,799 I don't think that would be a very good idea, Clark. 190 00:14:37,087 --> 00:14:39,317 Well, how about dinner? 191 00:14:40,287 --> 00:14:42,198 One meal as a family. 192 00:14:42,367 --> 00:14:44,323 I'm sorry. 193 00:15:04,207 --> 00:15:07,961 I don't want your father having anything to do with our finances. 194 00:15:08,127 --> 00:15:09,958 Jonathan, what was I supposed to do? 195 00:15:10,127 --> 00:15:13,881 - Wait until the bank foreclosed? - I wish you'd said something to me first. 196 00:15:14,047 --> 00:15:17,642 - What's the harm in hearing him out? - You don't have to be the mediator. 197 00:15:17,807 --> 00:15:20,765 - I wish things could be different. - Why can't they be? 198 00:15:20,927 --> 00:15:25,239 You told me to look for the best in people. Maybe he's trying to put this behind him. 199 00:15:25,407 --> 00:15:27,637 I seriously doubt that, Clark. 200 00:15:28,727 --> 00:15:30,365 What happened that was so bad? 201 00:15:30,527 --> 00:15:33,599 It can't be any worse than what's in the storm cellar. 202 00:15:35,767 --> 00:15:36,995 Or can it? 203 00:15:38,967 --> 00:15:43,404 When your mother and I decided to get married, I went to for her hand. 204 00:15:43,767 --> 00:15:46,759 - What'd he say? - I remember his exact words: 205 00:15:46,967 --> 00:15:50,801 "I will not let my daughter throw her life away by marrying a hick farmer... 206 00:15:50,967 --> 00:15:53,527 ...that couldn't possibly support her." 207 00:15:53,767 --> 00:15:57,237 - Well, that's harsh. - That's the way he dealt with people. 208 00:15:57,487 --> 00:16:01,685 When he realized we were serious about getting married, he lost it. 209 00:16:01,847 --> 00:16:04,759 - He tried to shove me out of his office. - What happened? 210 00:16:07,487 --> 00:16:09,603 I hit him. 211 00:16:12,447 --> 00:16:15,041 I'm not proud of that, I tried to apologize to him. 212 00:16:15,207 --> 00:16:18,643 He wouldn't have anything to do with it. Your grandfather and I... 213 00:16:18,807 --> 00:16:22,277 ...haven't spoken to each other since. - That was 20 years ago. 214 00:16:22,447 --> 00:16:25,723 He was willing to drive out here, maybe he wants to try again. 215 00:16:25,887 --> 00:16:29,880 Believe me, Clark, he's not here to help. He's here to gloat. 216 00:16:51,687 --> 00:16:56,203 Hey, I got a message you wanted to see me. Everything all right? 217 00:16:56,367 --> 00:16:58,517 I was wondering if you could do me a favor. 218 00:16:58,767 --> 00:17:01,884 I take it Nell couldn't identify the mystery man? 219 00:17:02,247 --> 00:17:04,477 If she could, she wouldn't tell me anything. 220 00:17:04,647 --> 00:17:06,205 I wanna know who it is. 221 00:17:06,847 --> 00:17:08,997 Well, that shouldn't be hard to find. 222 00:17:09,167 --> 00:17:12,637 But coming to terms with it could prove to be more complicated. 223 00:17:12,807 --> 00:17:14,206 What do you mean? 224 00:17:14,367 --> 00:17:16,437 Come on, you know the story of Pandora. 225 00:17:16,607 --> 00:17:19,565 She was given a box by Zeus and warned never to open it. 226 00:17:19,727 --> 00:17:23,003 - She couldn't resist the temptation. - I'm not afraid of the truth. 227 00:17:23,167 --> 00:17:26,876 Neither was Pandora. But once the box was open, it could never be closed. 228 00:17:27,047 --> 00:17:29,515 All the misery could never be put back. 229 00:17:29,687 --> 00:17:33,475 I appreciate the warning. And anything you can tell me. 230 00:17:33,687 --> 00:17:35,803 Go, Crows! 231 00:17:40,687 --> 00:17:41,961 - Hey, Chloe. - Hey, Clark. 232 00:17:42,127 --> 00:17:45,085 Clark, you might want to disappear for the next hour or so. 233 00:17:45,247 --> 00:17:47,158 - Why's that? - I'm about to interview... 234 00:17:47,327 --> 00:17:49,761 ...your new best friend, Principal Reynolds. 235 00:17:49,927 --> 00:17:52,202 Thanks for the heads up. 236 00:17:55,167 --> 00:17:57,476 - What have you got there? - Remember my buddy... 237 00:17:57,647 --> 00:18:01,606 ...that works at the M.E.'s office? - The guy with the black fingernail polish. 238 00:18:01,767 --> 00:18:05,965 It's hard being Smallville's only goth. He sent me the autopsy report of Troy. 239 00:18:06,127 --> 00:18:09,483 It's amazing what lending someone your eyeliner can get you. 240 00:18:11,967 --> 00:18:13,446 So Troy didn't have progeria. 241 00:18:13,607 --> 00:18:16,075 No, but his pituitary gland, which produces hormones... 242 00:18:16,247 --> 00:18:18,044 ...that control the aging process... 243 00:18:18,207 --> 00:18:22,200 ...was completely drained. Like someone just sucked the youth out of him. 244 00:18:22,367 --> 00:18:24,961 Well, that's quite an assumption, Miss Sullivan. 245 00:18:26,687 --> 00:18:28,245 Principal Reynolds. 246 00:18:28,407 --> 00:18:32,241 I was just running through various scenarios, you know... 247 00:18:32,407 --> 00:18:35,479 ...wild theories and stuff. I'm shutting up now. 248 00:18:35,767 --> 00:18:38,998 Well, don't. I like my students thinking outside the box. 249 00:18:39,407 --> 00:18:41,637 I've been reading back issues of The Torch. 250 00:18:41,807 --> 00:18:44,560 I see a lot of creativity and insight there. 251 00:18:44,727 --> 00:18:48,117 - You're kidding. - Well, unverified insight. 252 00:18:48,287 --> 00:18:52,599 But many a Pulitzer has sprung from the seeds of wild theories. 253 00:18:55,127 --> 00:18:56,924 Just make sure you can back them up. 254 00:18:57,087 --> 00:19:00,966 That'll be the difference between writing trash for The Inquisitor... 255 00:19:01,127 --> 00:19:03,960 ...and reporting for The Daily Planet. 256 00:19:06,807 --> 00:19:10,959 - Are you still up for that interview? - Well, give me half an hour. 257 00:19:12,127 --> 00:19:13,879 Mr. Kent. 258 00:19:14,047 --> 00:19:16,356 I was actually looking for you. 259 00:19:17,407 --> 00:19:19,204 I'd like to see you in my office. 260 00:19:29,847 --> 00:19:35,080 - You look like you feel out of place. - I've never been in the principal's office. 261 00:19:35,247 --> 00:19:39,126 You can start by sitting. I'll cut right to the chase. 262 00:19:40,847 --> 00:19:42,758 I think you're a slacker. 263 00:19:42,927 --> 00:19:46,078 Quit the football team before you played the first game... 264 00:19:46,247 --> 00:19:49,876 ...chronic tardiness, zero extracurriculars. 265 00:19:51,127 --> 00:19:54,836 I get very good grades and I write for The Torch occasionally. 266 00:19:55,127 --> 00:19:57,721 Retyping the cafeteria menu isn't exactly writing. 267 00:19:57,887 --> 00:20:00,606 I see a lot of untapped potential in you, Mr. Kent. 268 00:20:00,927 --> 00:20:05,876 Mr. Reynolds, I don't understand, we just met. How could you judge me so quickly? 269 00:20:06,047 --> 00:20:08,356 How do you know Lex Luthor? 270 00:20:09,207 --> 00:20:11,846 Well, he's a friend of mine. Why? 271 00:20:12,007 --> 00:20:14,282 A person is judged by the company they keep. 272 00:20:14,447 --> 00:20:19,077 Lex Luthor doesn't have friends. He sees people as a means towards an end. 273 00:20:19,247 --> 00:20:21,238 I don't think that's true. 274 00:20:21,727 --> 00:20:25,879 Time will tell. Frankly, I'm more interested in your world. What are your goals? 275 00:20:26,047 --> 00:20:29,119 Well, I'd like to help people. 276 00:20:29,287 --> 00:20:30,515 Something like that. 277 00:20:30,687 --> 00:20:34,236 Helping people is a noble aspiration. It's also rather vague. 278 00:20:34,407 --> 00:20:37,638 Where are you gonna be five years from now? 279 00:20:38,527 --> 00:20:40,483 To tell the truth, I'm not really sure. 280 00:20:40,647 --> 00:20:42,524 Well, I'm gonna help you to focus. 281 00:20:42,687 --> 00:20:46,919 I want you to write a five-page essay on where you're gonna be in five years. 282 00:20:47,087 --> 00:20:51,319 And I want it on my desk by the end of the school day on Friday. 283 00:20:52,887 --> 00:20:55,162 Sir, why are you doing this to me? 284 00:20:56,807 --> 00:20:59,196 This isn't punishment, Mr. Kent. 285 00:20:59,367 --> 00:21:01,562 Consider it a challenge. 286 00:21:19,967 --> 00:21:23,596 Clark, hey. Just in time to volunteer for the decorations committee. 287 00:21:23,767 --> 00:21:26,725 Actually, I've gotta finish my essay for Mr. Reynolds. 288 00:21:26,887 --> 00:21:29,401 That's a bummer. What's it about? 289 00:21:30,047 --> 00:21:32,515 What the future theoretically holds for me. 290 00:21:32,847 --> 00:21:35,407 Who cares about the future? 291 00:21:35,567 --> 00:21:38,400 - I think there's life after high school. - Sure. 292 00:21:38,567 --> 00:21:42,355 Yeah, as in a job, responsibilities, getting old. 293 00:21:53,007 --> 00:21:55,475 - Is everything all right? - Of course. 294 00:21:56,767 --> 00:21:59,565 Krissy, we've got the lighting the way you want it. 295 00:21:59,727 --> 00:22:02,844 Great. Let's see what you got. 296 00:22:09,007 --> 00:22:10,520 Let me guess. 297 00:22:10,687 --> 00:22:14,441 Reynolds wants to know where you see yourself five years from now? 298 00:22:16,167 --> 00:22:18,840 He made me do that assignment when I was at Excelsior. 299 00:22:19,007 --> 00:22:20,963 He's nothing if not consistent. 300 00:22:23,327 --> 00:22:26,399 He doesn't exactly have a high opinion of you. 301 00:22:26,567 --> 00:22:27,920 I wasn't a model student... 302 00:22:28,087 --> 00:22:31,636 ...but imagine being a bald 14-year-old in an elite prep school. 303 00:22:31,807 --> 00:22:35,163 - Must have been tough. - I had a major chip on my shoulder. 304 00:22:35,327 --> 00:22:36,726 But Reynolds saw through it. 305 00:22:36,887 --> 00:22:39,003 He challenged me to own up to my actions... 306 00:22:39,167 --> 00:22:41,317 ...not to assume the mantle of the rich kid. 307 00:22:41,487 --> 00:22:44,285 He was tough but fair. I liked him for that. 308 00:22:44,447 --> 00:22:49,726 I wish it was mutual. Whatever he has against you, he's taking it out on me. 309 00:22:49,967 --> 00:22:53,642 I'm sorry being friends with me comes with such a high price. 310 00:22:55,647 --> 00:22:59,401 So exactly how long were you planning to work on this essay? 311 00:23:00,567 --> 00:23:02,876 I'm just not ready to go home yet. 312 00:23:06,847 --> 00:23:10,396 - Something wrong? - No, it's just family stuff. 313 00:23:10,687 --> 00:23:13,406 Come on, Clark, I'm the king of family dysfunction. 314 00:23:15,487 --> 00:23:19,275 My father and grandfather hate each other, and I feel caught in the middle. 315 00:23:19,447 --> 00:23:21,324 And you'd like to play peacemaker. 316 00:23:21,487 --> 00:23:24,797 Best thing to do is put them in a room and let them fight it out. 317 00:23:24,967 --> 00:23:27,162 So you're saying I should play hardball. 318 00:23:27,327 --> 00:23:29,158 That's up to you, but... 319 00:23:29,327 --> 00:23:34,321 ...it'll take determination to bring your father and grandfather together. 320 00:23:38,367 --> 00:23:40,323 What do you think? 321 00:23:40,487 --> 00:23:43,001 Perfect. 322 00:23:43,327 --> 00:23:46,319 - Thank you for doing this, Russell. - It's been a weird week. 323 00:23:46,487 --> 00:23:50,036 - Feels good to be doing something. - I know you and Troy were friends. 324 00:23:51,367 --> 00:23:53,039 I really miss him. 325 00:23:55,287 --> 00:23:58,199 Well, that's why I came to see you, Russell. 326 00:23:58,367 --> 00:24:00,278 For Troy. 327 00:24:02,247 --> 00:24:04,317 For the others. 328 00:24:04,487 --> 00:24:07,206 The others? What are you talking about? 329 00:24:11,327 --> 00:24:13,716 The ones who will live inside me forever. 330 00:24:34,487 --> 00:24:35,761 Hey, Dad, got a minute? 331 00:24:35,927 --> 00:24:40,239 You gotta talk to me while we're working. We got a lot to do before it gets dark. 332 00:24:40,407 --> 00:24:42,921 There's someone I want you to see. 333 00:24:49,487 --> 00:24:52,843 - Your mother put you up to this? - No, this was all my idea. 334 00:24:53,007 --> 00:24:54,201 Don't blame the boy. 335 00:24:54,367 --> 00:24:57,837 The problems we have are between us. Martha says you need help. 336 00:24:58,007 --> 00:24:59,281 I'm here to give it. 337 00:24:59,447 --> 00:25:03,963 - Now you want to be part of this family? - I don't want anything from you. 338 00:25:04,127 --> 00:25:07,517 I brought a check because I won't watch my daughter suffer. 339 00:25:07,687 --> 00:25:11,157 - Couldn't resist turning that knife? - Dad, give him a chance. 340 00:25:11,327 --> 00:25:14,205 - You two can work this out. - I don't think so, son. 341 00:25:14,367 --> 00:25:17,359 It's just like 20 years ago, the same argument and attitude. 342 00:25:17,527 --> 00:25:21,998 Not quite. It has been 20 years. But everything I predicted has come true. 343 00:25:22,567 --> 00:25:26,321 I knew Martha was making a big mistake when she married you. 344 00:25:26,487 --> 00:25:28,398 That's not true, Granddad. 345 00:25:28,887 --> 00:25:31,765 You'll have to swallow your pride to save this farm. 346 00:25:31,927 --> 00:25:34,760 I don't need a lecture on how to take care of my family. 347 00:25:34,927 --> 00:25:38,237 You're just as stubborn and pig-headed as you were the day we met. 348 00:25:38,407 --> 00:25:40,363 You get off my land. 349 00:25:40,927 --> 00:25:42,645 Gladly. 350 00:25:43,167 --> 00:25:45,078 Granddad, wait. 351 00:25:45,727 --> 00:25:48,958 - It wasn't supposed to be like this. - Just let him go, son. 352 00:25:49,647 --> 00:25:52,002 I know you had good intentions... 353 00:25:52,167 --> 00:25:54,158 ...but some things just can't change. 354 00:25:57,367 --> 00:25:59,676 Let's unload the truck. 355 00:26:02,647 --> 00:26:05,400 - Clark, wait up. - Hey. 356 00:26:07,247 --> 00:26:09,397 You look like the wind got knocked out of you. 357 00:26:09,567 --> 00:26:12,240 I'm just dealing with some family issues. 358 00:26:12,527 --> 00:26:13,926 You want to talk about it? 359 00:26:14,087 --> 00:26:16,317 The more I talk about it, the worse they get. 360 00:26:16,487 --> 00:26:20,002 Did you guys hear about Russell? They found his body behind the Talon. 361 00:26:20,167 --> 00:26:22,522 - What happened? - He aged, like, 100 years. 362 00:26:22,687 --> 00:26:25,963 The police thought it was a homeless guy until they found his ID. 363 00:26:26,127 --> 00:26:28,687 Two progeria deaths in two days, what are the odds? 364 00:26:28,847 --> 00:26:33,045 Lana wanted to cancel the party but Principal Reynolds asked her not to. 365 00:26:33,207 --> 00:26:35,482 He said he wanted to keep things normal. 366 00:26:35,647 --> 00:26:39,925 He obviously hasn't had his normal meter reset for Smallville. 367 00:26:46,167 --> 00:26:49,603 - What is it, Clark? - I saw Russell with Krissy at the Talon. 368 00:26:49,767 --> 00:26:51,917 Troy was with her before he went geriatric. 369 00:26:52,247 --> 00:26:55,239 - It's not exactly a smoking gun. - It's worth a look. 370 00:26:55,407 --> 00:26:58,797 We could check out her old records. See if there's anything strange. 371 00:26:58,967 --> 00:27:01,720 I'll get started and I'll tell you what I find. 372 00:27:08,967 --> 00:27:11,003 Interesting choice. 373 00:27:11,207 --> 00:27:13,198 The Count of Monte Cristo. 374 00:27:14,567 --> 00:27:18,276 Classic tale of a man whose past comes back to haunt him. 375 00:27:19,927 --> 00:27:22,282 Why are you here, Lex? 376 00:27:24,207 --> 00:27:26,846 We're upgrading our computer system at the plant. 377 00:27:27,007 --> 00:27:30,079 Thought we might donate our old computers to Smallville High. 378 00:27:30,487 --> 00:27:32,398 You are not an alumnus. 379 00:27:32,687 --> 00:27:34,678 Call it a thank-you. 380 00:27:36,447 --> 00:27:40,520 You pushed me. And in hindsight, I appreciate that. 381 00:27:40,687 --> 00:27:43,724 In some ways, you're responsible for the man I am today. 382 00:27:43,887 --> 00:27:47,323 I'm not sure that's a burden I care to take on. 383 00:27:47,487 --> 00:27:51,366 Besides the tax deduction, what's the quid pro quo? 384 00:27:52,127 --> 00:27:54,800 Now, why do you think I want anything in return? 385 00:27:54,967 --> 00:27:59,119 Because I've learned there's always a price when dealing with the Luthors. 386 00:28:00,567 --> 00:28:04,640 Stop turning your antagonism towards me against Clark Kent. 387 00:28:06,407 --> 00:28:08,318 Lionel has taught you well. 388 00:28:08,487 --> 00:28:12,082 - My father? - Yes. This meeting? 389 00:28:12,247 --> 00:28:15,796 It reminds me of the incident that almost got you expelled. 390 00:28:15,967 --> 00:28:19,403 - He had nothing to do with that. - No, only later. 391 00:28:20,047 --> 00:28:22,607 After receiving notice of your expulsion hearing... 392 00:28:22,767 --> 00:28:27,283 ...he generously offered the trustees a new library, with two conditions: 393 00:28:27,447 --> 00:28:31,725 That you were allowed to stay, and I was allowed to go. 394 00:28:34,167 --> 00:28:38,479 History has an interesting way of repeating itself, doesn't it? 395 00:28:49,367 --> 00:28:51,835 Clark, I hope I'm not interrupting. 396 00:28:52,167 --> 00:28:57,195 I could use the inspiration. I thought you'd be swamped with party prep by now. 397 00:28:57,367 --> 00:29:00,882 I was heading over to the Talon, but this arrived at my house. 398 00:29:02,727 --> 00:29:06,276 I asked Lex to look into those photos of my mother. 399 00:29:06,887 --> 00:29:09,276 You think there's more to it than meets the eye? 400 00:29:09,447 --> 00:29:12,837 I don't know, he sent me this. I haven't opened it yet. 401 00:29:13,007 --> 00:29:16,397 As badly as I want the truth, I'm afraid I won't like what I find. 402 00:29:16,567 --> 00:29:18,398 Why the change of heart? 403 00:29:18,567 --> 00:29:22,162 The image of my parents the way I thought they were is all I have. 404 00:29:22,327 --> 00:29:24,716 You don't want to lose that. 405 00:29:24,887 --> 00:29:27,560 Maybe just by doubting, I already have. 406 00:29:30,447 --> 00:29:33,200 How are things with your grandfather? 407 00:29:33,367 --> 00:29:35,119 "Disaster" is an understatement. 408 00:29:35,287 --> 00:29:39,280 I took him to see my father. It was like watching history repeat itself. 409 00:29:39,447 --> 00:29:40,880 So, what's next? 410 00:29:41,687 --> 00:29:43,643 I hate to see it end like this. 411 00:29:43,807 --> 00:29:46,765 But I can't control the way they act around each other. 412 00:29:46,927 --> 00:29:48,406 Are you gonna try again? 413 00:29:48,887 --> 00:29:53,244 I can't do anything about the past. Maybe I can do something about the future. 414 00:29:59,607 --> 00:30:01,996 - Clark. - I don't want our relationship to end... 415 00:30:02,167 --> 00:30:04,727 ...before it ever had a chance to begin. 416 00:30:05,167 --> 00:30:07,920 Well, you can come in if you want. 417 00:30:09,047 --> 00:30:12,926 But you'll have to excuse me, I'm running a little late. 418 00:30:16,807 --> 00:30:19,719 There's something I wanted to show you. 419 00:30:20,487 --> 00:30:21,840 It's our photo album. 420 00:30:22,007 --> 00:30:26,637 School plays, camping trips, backyard activities, stuff that families do together. 421 00:30:29,687 --> 00:30:32,360 I wanted you to see our family the way I do. 422 00:30:32,527 --> 00:30:34,961 We're more than old arguments and overdue bills. 423 00:30:37,207 --> 00:30:39,596 I'd like you to give this to your mother. 424 00:30:39,767 --> 00:30:43,442 It's a cashier's check. Tell her she can use it now, a year from now... 425 00:30:43,607 --> 00:30:47,759 ...whenever she needs it. - Why don't you give it to her yourself? 426 00:30:48,247 --> 00:30:49,680 I'm sorry, Clark. 427 00:30:50,007 --> 00:30:52,965 I don't understand how a man who hasn't seen his family in 20 years... 428 00:30:53,127 --> 00:30:55,163 ...can walk away. 429 00:31:03,087 --> 00:31:07,080 - Krissy, I need to talk to you. - Is there a problem, Mr. Reynolds? 430 00:31:07,247 --> 00:31:10,159 I left three messages for your parents, still no answer. 431 00:31:10,327 --> 00:31:11,726 They've been really busy. 432 00:31:11,887 --> 00:31:14,959 - Is this still about my transcripts? - And you. 433 00:31:15,207 --> 00:31:18,563 I've been making an effort to get to know the students and parents. 434 00:31:18,727 --> 00:31:21,844 Maybe I can come by your house this weekend when they're home. 435 00:31:22,007 --> 00:31:24,077 They'll be at the Talon for the rally. 436 00:31:24,247 --> 00:31:29,196 - You can meet us there before the party. - That'll be fine, see you there. 437 00:31:44,727 --> 00:31:46,957 Where have you been? I left you six messages. 438 00:31:47,127 --> 00:31:51,484 - Sorry, it's been a weird day. - It's about to get weirder. Take a look. 439 00:31:51,647 --> 00:31:53,956 Florida, 12 years ago, Piper High School. 440 00:31:54,127 --> 00:31:57,597 Three students died of the same mysterious 441 00:31:57,767 --> 00:32:00,679 All in a 48-hour period. Let me guess, Krissy was involved. 442 00:32:01,007 --> 00:32:02,838 Try "Missy." 443 00:32:03,367 --> 00:32:05,358 Class of '90, Missy Parker. 444 00:32:05,527 --> 00:32:08,803 - Different name, same face. - Yeah, it gets better. 445 00:32:09,247 --> 00:32:12,239 Lakewood High, Class of '81... There she is again. 446 00:32:13,447 --> 00:32:16,883 You won't believe this. I matched Krissy to triple progeria cases... 447 00:32:17,047 --> 00:32:20,517 ...going back to Hammond School for Girls, class of 1921. 448 00:32:20,687 --> 00:32:23,042 It's like she feeds off youth to stay young. 449 00:32:23,207 --> 00:32:26,643 Takes the Peter Pan complex to a whole new level. 450 00:32:26,807 --> 00:32:30,880 Troy was killed almost two days ago, Russell was killed yesterday. 451 00:32:31,047 --> 00:32:34,005 - Krissy's gonna need another victim. - I'll call the police. 452 00:32:37,527 --> 00:32:39,199 Clark? 453 00:32:56,447 --> 00:32:58,119 Krissy? 454 00:33:11,447 --> 00:33:13,278 Krissy? 455 00:33:14,447 --> 00:33:16,324 Mr. Reynolds. 456 00:33:16,487 --> 00:33:18,478 So, what do you think? 457 00:33:18,647 --> 00:33:22,435 I think you've taken Spirit Week to a whole new level. 458 00:33:23,167 --> 00:33:27,319 - Are your parents here yet? - Actually, Mr. Reynolds... 459 00:33:27,487 --> 00:33:29,557 ...they died. Over a century ago. 460 00:33:29,967 --> 00:33:31,559 What are you talking about? 461 00:33:31,727 --> 00:33:35,561 See, I've seen the future, Mr. Reynolds, again and again... 462 00:33:35,727 --> 00:33:37,797 ...and I've learned one thing: 463 00:33:42,487 --> 00:33:46,366 These are the best years of anyone's life. 464 00:33:51,967 --> 00:33:54,322 Clark, thought you were the band. 465 00:33:54,607 --> 00:33:58,919 If they don't show, we're stuck with a half-dozen MP3s and my boom box. 466 00:33:59,087 --> 00:34:01,203 Have you seen Krissy? 467 00:34:01,367 --> 00:34:04,643 Yeah, she was just here. 468 00:34:13,127 --> 00:34:17,359 - What's going on? - Just lock the door, don't let anyone in. 469 00:34:19,407 --> 00:34:22,205 Krissy, stop! I know what's going on. 470 00:34:22,647 --> 00:34:24,239 You need help. 471 00:34:25,527 --> 00:34:27,916 I need him. 472 00:34:32,887 --> 00:34:35,879 I'm not gonna let you hurt anyone else. 473 00:34:36,047 --> 00:34:38,481 I am saving them, Clark. 474 00:34:38,647 --> 00:34:41,957 From lives that will never be as happy as they are right now. 475 00:34:42,247 --> 00:34:46,035 - There's more to life than cheerleading. - You're wrong. 476 00:34:46,887 --> 00:34:51,597 You will never be this young, this beautiful... 477 00:34:52,407 --> 00:34:54,967 ...or this perfect again. 478 00:34:55,927 --> 00:34:57,963 But I will. 479 00:35:33,967 --> 00:35:35,958 - More bills, huh, Dad? - Yeah. 480 00:35:36,127 --> 00:35:38,721 Seems like these darned things keep right on coming. 481 00:35:38,887 --> 00:35:41,799 Clark, you've had quite a week. Any fallout from school? 482 00:35:41,967 --> 00:35:45,243 - Spirit Week is officially kaput. - I'm sorry to hear that. 483 00:35:45,407 --> 00:35:46,760 Principal's gonna be okay. 484 00:35:46,927 --> 00:35:50,442 He warned me about being late when they loaded him into the ambulance. 485 00:35:50,887 --> 00:35:54,482 I know the situation with your grandpa is bugging you. It should, but... 486 00:35:54,647 --> 00:35:56,922 I went to go see him. 487 00:35:58,647 --> 00:36:01,241 He asked me to give this to you. 488 00:36:04,567 --> 00:36:08,037 He said he tried to get involved in my life after the adoption. 489 00:36:08,207 --> 00:36:10,675 Why wouldn't you let him see me? 490 00:36:10,847 --> 00:36:12,200 Well, it's complicated. 491 00:36:12,367 --> 00:36:15,325 It can't be that complicated, he's my grandfather. 492 00:36:16,567 --> 00:36:19,445 Clark, when you were a little boy... 493 00:36:19,607 --> 00:36:22,405 ...you couldn't control your abilities like now. 494 00:36:22,567 --> 00:36:26,958 If he'd spent any time with us, I think he might have found out your secret. 495 00:36:27,127 --> 00:36:28,446 He's family. 496 00:36:28,607 --> 00:36:32,156 We had such a history of disagreeing on things... 497 00:36:32,327 --> 00:36:34,716 ...we just didn't know how he'd react. 498 00:36:34,887 --> 00:36:38,084 We couldn't be sure we could trust him. 499 00:36:38,527 --> 00:36:41,724 So he's not a part of our lives because of me? 500 00:36:42,407 --> 00:36:46,798 Son, every young man wants to have a relationship with his grandpa. 501 00:36:47,167 --> 00:36:50,603 But in your case, it just may not be possible. 502 00:37:01,887 --> 00:37:03,286 Lana. 503 00:37:03,607 --> 00:37:06,644 - Working on something important? - Just finished my essay. 504 00:37:06,807 --> 00:37:11,403 - So where you gonna be in five years? - In college, probably studying journalism. 505 00:37:11,927 --> 00:37:13,599 You're kidding. 506 00:37:13,767 --> 00:37:16,201 Don't tell Chloe, but I think it's growing on me. 507 00:37:16,367 --> 00:37:20,406 I like to find the truth behind things. I'm tired of having secrets in my life. 508 00:37:20,567 --> 00:37:21,886 And personally? 509 00:37:24,767 --> 00:37:29,363 I've decided I'm gonna find a way to have a relationship with my grandfather. 510 00:37:30,527 --> 00:37:33,121 How about you, is everything okay? 511 00:37:33,807 --> 00:37:36,275 Clark, I read Lex's file. 512 00:37:36,447 --> 00:37:39,917 According to court papers, my parents filed for divorce in 1985. 513 00:37:40,087 --> 00:37:41,918 Irreconcilable differences. 514 00:37:42,087 --> 00:37:44,806 - But they worked it out, right? - Eventually. 515 00:37:44,967 --> 00:37:47,925 But they were legally separated for over a year. 516 00:37:48,647 --> 00:37:51,957 - So the guy in the picture...? - Could be more than a friend. 517 00:37:55,127 --> 00:37:58,642 I was born right after my parents got back together. 518 00:38:01,367 --> 00:38:03,881 My father could still be alive.