Smallville High. It's a new season. In a burst of creativity, the banner creators have put up a new one that reads "WELCOME BACK!" Clever and economical! Lois and Chloe pull up to a nearby parking space in Lois's little convertible. Chloe tries to tell her that apart from a few annoyances (death, attempted rape, Jonathan Taylor Thomas), the school really isn't so bad. Lois complains that it's the varsity version of Dante's seventh ring. It sounds like Dante had almost as many rings as Mr. T. has gold chains. Chloe asks if Lois knows how many people would kill to relive their senior year of high school. Not counting Drew Barrymore? Lois clarifies that it's only a semester. She climbs out of the car. Whoa! Lois-based Chloevage! I would keep those away from sharp objects and small rooms. Chloe says that the only way Lois will complete five credits in one semester is to take an extracurricular. Like, say, writing for The Torch. Lois tells Chloe that the last thing she wants to be is a reporter. Chloe touts the good stuff: uncovering the truth and protecting the public. Lois says that it involves sticking your nose in other people's business. "Like I said, you'd be perfect!" Chloe charms. "It's gonna be great having you here!" Chloe tells her. What's with all the extra lines looped in this week? They really don't sound like they belong there.