Lex Luthor:  Spare the rod , spoil the child . You haven't changed a bit . What 's next , school uniforms ?
Principal Terrence Reynolds: I 'd appreciate it if you 'd stay away from my school and my students , Luthor .
Lex Luthor: Listen , Mr. Reynolds , I know we had our share of run - ins at Excelsior , but I was _ fourteen _ . Do n't you think it 's a bit petty to be holding a grudge after all these years ?
Principal Terrence Reynolds: Well , that 's awfully noble coming from a Luthor .