Well I loved the episode, and the last one. I think it shows great conflict within Clark. I easily could have destroyed Tim, even in his most ragefull hour did he not. Maybe because Lois was there maybe not. He was the most hurt he had ever been, besides maybe when he had learned that he had caused the death of his parents baby. But this was outward anger that demanded action, even violence. I did not find the any of the dialouge lame, and I have sat through quite a few soaps to understand that this is head and shoulders above any Days of Our Lives.
Perhaps Alicia couldn't concentrate enough, I mean when she teleports she plans on it. Clark reacts. Now it was her turn to react. But the bracelet would have been a nice touch.
I think in some small way the Kents are corrupting their son. I think Martia never apologized because she was relieved. It will be interesting to see what it is like when Clark goes away for College and out from underneath them.
However I think they have done a good job of challenging Clark without using the meteor rock around every corner so far this season.
The Seraph of Earth and Stone
And as for those who have chosen lost, I can't blame you it's a great show. Sucks that we have to choose.
