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In this episode of the Very Special Episodes series, we’re taking a look back at one of the darkest and most emotional episodes of Smallville — “Pariah.”

This is the episode where everything goes wrong.

Alicia returns trying to prove she’s changed… but the town isn’t ready to forgive. One accusation turns into full-blown judgment, and before the truth comes out, the damage is already done.

At the same time, Chloe finally learns Clark’s secret — but instead of exposing him, she chooses to protect him… without ever telling him she knows.

It’s an episode about being labeled, being judged, and what happens when someone never gets the chance to redeem themselves.