I can't help but get the feeling that Veronica's manipulating my emotions.

Mars, that is.

Not that this isn't what great TV's all about. But with the past few episodes, in which Logan admitted to bedding the evil Madison (and thank you, Rob Thomas, for not asking "whether they were on a break," because, hellooo, they were), it seems like the writers are pushing Veronica away from the flawed sweet rich boy -- and straight into Piz's perfect waiting arms.

I don't mind so much. I adore Veronica, the show's as tight and smart as ever, and I love Piz.

But I can't help but be bothered by the fact that Logan is so much more interesting, both visually and as a character. While Piz is just being fashioned as a sweet, scruffy White Knight on Campus.

Anyone else notice how much Piz resembles Rob Lowe (or Chad, for that matter)? I mean, it isn't really a battle of the flawed rich guy versus the poor yet noble poor kid from Portland. Piz is freaking gorgeous. There's just nothing wrong with him. Maybe his bangs are a little long. That's it. He's beautiful, he's supportive, he's adorable, and he's just waiting for Veronica to notice.

Which (and I'm unspoiled guys) I have to assume she will. Just look at that recent scene in which Piz gave that monologue about "waiting for the good thing" to come along, instead of going for the easy one. I admit it, I melted. I'm not made of stone, people. But at the same time, Logan's trip-up that very next episode made me roll my eyes. Of course he's gonna choose the big bad worst girl in the world on break. He has to, so that they can break up , and Veronica can choose Piz.

Or so I assume.

Maybe I'm being too cynical. I adore the show. love Logan, love Veronica, and even love Piz. And speaking of which, wherefore art thou, Wallace, Wallace? I'm thrilled at the latest handful of episodes, in which Veronica's mysteries have touched her heart even as Keith found new resolve, and I love the way even the supporting characters on this show give us a glimpse of their heart and humor (witness Lamb's nonplussed look as Keith drove up last week in full police regalia -- fabulous stuff). And I am happiest of all that little vegan Mac has fallen for that sweet PETA kid, even if he was creepy last year on the fabulous Invasion (moment of silence. No really. OK. Keep reading).

To be honest, I don't know who I wish Veronica would choose. I do like the fact that it won't be an easy choice, and that (honestly?) no matter who it is, Logan or Piz, I'll have a private moment of happiness... and grieve a little, too.

But hey, that's the price of great TV.