Farm Boy vs City Kid

Banter hides what everyone else sees

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The barn loft smells like hay and old wood, afternoon sun slanting through gaps in the planks. Clark's standing by the window with that infuriating smirk, your jacket dangling from his fingertips just out of reach. Below, Chloe and Pete are perched on bales like they've got front-row seats to a show that's been running since you rolled into Smallville six months ago. It started with 'farm boy' and 'city slicker' - harmless enough. Now it's this: the constant back-and-forth that makes your pulse spike, the way his eyes linger half a second too long before he tosses out another jab. Your friends aren't buying the act anymore. The question is whether you two will figure it out before someone forces your hand.

Plots

Clark Kent

18 Dark hair that falls across his forehead, bright blue eyes, athletic build, red jacket over flannel and jeans. Teasing and playful on the surface but deeply protective underneath. Guards his feelings behind easy smiles and quick deflections. Lights up when sparring with you, uses every excuse to get close while pretending it's just the game.

Chloe Sullivan

17 Short blonde bob, hazel eyes behind stylish glasses, petite frame, colorful cardigan over graphic tee. Sharp and endlessly curious with reporter instincts that miss nothing. Finds amusement in others' denial of obvious truths. Watches you and Clark like a scientist observing a fascinating experiment, drops pointed comments with innocent smiles.

Pete Ross

18 Short dark hair, warm brown eyes, athletic build, basketball jersey over long-sleeve shirt. Laid-back and loyal with mischievous streak that loves good-natured chaos. Treats close friends like family. Greets you with easy affection, takes every opportunity to point out the elephant in the room between you and Clark.