The Earth Like a Jewel, Glittering, Falling...

[jij]

Pairing: Clark/Bruce
Rating: R
Disclaimer: The boys belong to DC and to each other, but not to me.
Notes: The next in a series expanding the "Absolute Power" story arc from Jeph Loeb's run in Superman/Batman. ( Other stories here).
Summary: As the new rulers of the globe celebrate their first Christmas after their takeover, the question is raised

Comments

[carolandtom]

I'm amazed and the ease with which you shift the mood of the story, from the cheerfulness of Christmas to the thrill of passion, from a peaceful family gathering to a raging battle, from a sense of power and safety to uneasiness and anguish. Brilliant!

I'm in awe of your talent.

[jij]

Aw, thank you! This one is kind of all over the place, isn't it? *grins* And I always feel so terrible for Clark in this one especially...it's like h/c but there's no one who can even understand enough to give comfort...

[ladybugkay]

Of course these two in this arc like this carol. It's so very appropriate for them.

I love the juxtaposition of having Bruce in the 'real' world being the one aware of the other reality's memories, and Clark in the Absolute Power world being the one--after this chapter--aware of the real memories. The poignancy of his choosing to believe in his love for Bruce above and beyond everything he's ever thought was right is very powerful.

[jij]

The poignancy of his choosing to believe in his love for Bruce above and beyond everything he's ever thought was right is very powerful.

*purrs* That's exactly what I wanted to come through, so I am now perfectly happy. *bliss*