### Clue: Second dark man, fool, laid back in embrace of the missus, as multitasker (5,4,5)
### Answer: SWISS ARMY KNIFE 
 ### Explanation: Definition: multitasker
  S($$s$$econd time period) + {**reversal of**(laid back) [INKY(dark) + MR(mister,man) + ASS(fool)] **contained in**(in embrace of)} WIFE(the missus)
Defn: A multi-tool that might include, besides the main blade, a smaller second blade, tweezers, toothpick, corkscrew, can opener, bottle opener, slotted/flat-head screwdriver(s), phillips-head screwdriver, nail file, scissors, saw (regular, wood), file, hook, magnifying glass, ballpoint pen, fish scaler, hex wrench w/bits, pliers, and keyring.  And there's more: USB flash drives, digital clock, digital altimeter, LED light, laser pointer, and MP3 player. I would think that whatever multitasking the missus can do pales in comparison – a cheeky Paul-esque surface reading.