The true MVP of this episode isn't the groom or the hero; it’s . Just as Lana prepares to leave Lex for Clark, Lionel intervenes with a chilling threat. He reveals he knows Clark’s secret and his one weakness, promising to kill Clark unless Lana goes through with the wedding.
The title "Promise" refers to more than just the wedding vows. It’s a web of conflicting oaths: [S5E3] Promise
We see the raw desperation of a hero who realizes too late what he’s losing. Clark finally resolves to tell Lana his secret to save her from a loveless marriage, only to have his hopes crushed by a literal closed door. The true MVP of this episode isn't the
A hollow vow of love built on a foundation of lies and a fresh murder. The Aftermath The title "Promise" refers to more than just
What sets "Promise" apart from your standard CW drama is its unique structure. The episode tells the story of the wedding day three separate times, each from the perspective of the main players:
A deadly vow to Lex that Lana will be at the altar, and a threat to Lana that he will kill the man she loves.
She tells Clark, "I'll be there, I promise," referring to their meeting at the barn—a promise she is forced to break.