Smallville Gifs

The absolute significance of this interaction makes a strong case for why shows need to be mindful of the Bechdel Test (as a tool, not a rule).

If we weren't so accustomed to every single conversation between women in this show revolving around one of the men, this particular interaction would have come across more strongly.

Lana Lang learned of Clark Kent's secret right before he proposed to her, and the audience knows part of his destiny is to end up with Lois Lane. So seeing their differences here was important — with Lana clearly shaken, and Lois keeping things light through a dash of humour while also simplifying a delicate situation. This scene is meant to show and tell the audience why Lois will ultimately be the right one for Clark.