Clark never knew the warmth of a Kansas farm. He grew up in Gotham, under the fist of an abusive stepfather who never lets him forget what a freak he is. And maybe he's right. Everything Clark touches shatters. His abilities aren't a gift, they're a curse he can't control. Now, he's just trying to survive Gotham Academy without putting some trust-fund asshole through a wall. But the universe has other plans.