Excellent bait and switch with Spike's emotional attachment to Buffy. I enjoyed his observations of Faith and the time they've spent together. This chapter was an emotional payoff to all of Spike and Buffy's longing. Stalking each other, but trying to be cool about it was a lot of fun. The fight was a surprise, and it led perfectly into the kiss. Can't wait to see what's next.

Author's Response: Man, I love your reviews! They're always so specific and well thought out. I deeply appreciate the time you take in giving me feed back, Dear. It helps me be a better writer. So delighted you are enjoying my little fic - more surprises and fun await...

Damn it....more please. I must have more. I'm in love with this story!!!

Author's Response: *Snuggles you* Thanks for your support, sweetie! Much more to come...

Maybe.. but we all know Spike loves Buffy... sooner or later. Enjoying your story.

Author's Response: I agree - I think Spike loves Buffy always, in any world. Glad you're enjoying my story, even if you weren't fooled for even one minute :)

This fic is too damn funny! I find myself laughing out loud and getting strange looks form my husband adn three year old, LOL! I so can't wait for you to update, I'm so excited!!!!! Love where this fic is goind, adn the Biely isn't to bad, but If I have to endore anymore Spiath, I just might puke, J/K, well sorta. Great fic, keep up the great work! Kuddos Kid!

Author's Response: *Grins* I'm so glad I can make you laugh too - It makes me laugh when I'm writing it. They are such great characters to write for, it's easy. No more Spaith, I promise. Though I can't promise Faith won't have something to say about that... Thank you so much for your review,Sweetie - I hope to get more feedback from you soon. I really want to know what you think of the upcoming chapters...

I think it's time for Buffy to use her ruby slippers and get the hell out of oz. She's pretty much ready to leave drab behind and embrace much Spikyness! more please.

Author's Response: Yer just gonna have to be patient, there are things left to do in Oz. But I have some sweet juicy Spikeyness just for you in the next few chapters...

Completely with the booting of Riley. It was beyond time Now for those wonderful chaps you're promising. You go girl!

Author's Response: Thanks for hanging in there through the ickyness - as a reward you're about to get some sweet spuffness. Can't wait to see what you think of the next few chappies. :)

It's about time that Buffy knows what she wants (and that it is Spike - and Dawn!) *nods* Bye bye BILEY! *thank god* ... But Buffy is still not back... mmh-hmm. We'll see. Oh - You need some movind LJ icons Mmm - Spike :)

Author's Response: My poor CK - you have put up with so much ickyness throughout my evil fic - Spaith, Biley and angst galore. You're such a trooper! Thanks for sticking with me - as a reward I have written you some lovely, sweet, yummy Spuffness (coming up soon). Hope you enjoy!

**tackles Rosie and licks her face** oh thank you thank you!!! it's so hard to read with my eyes closed to get passed the Biley stuff LOL

Author's Response: Oooo! I warrant facial licking? Lucky, lucky me.*grin* Sorry you had to suffer through the Biley (I love that word, lol) but I promise it's over now. Can't wait to see how you'll react to the actual Spuffy ...

okay that was just nasty. loved the chapter though. please pos soon. i don't think ican stand too much of the spaithyness but if it's all for the greater good of spuffy then i'll endure it. keep up the great work. post soon and feel better.

Author's Response: All the bad Spaithness is going away, I promise. Plus lovely,fluffy Spuffy is coming soon! Thanks for all your awesome reviews :)

mwahaha...i loved this chapter!! let buffy get a taste of her own medicine...i'm glad her eyes are finally opening up! thanks so much for updating even while you're sick. you're an awesome trooper! hope u feel better!

Author's Response: He he - glad someone can maintain their sense of humor about it. Think of all the times she's tortured Spike and denied her feelings. My thought is that it takes something this extreme to get through to the girl. It's all going to be worth it in the end. Thanks for reading and reviewing! :)

I appreciate the update, although I loathed the Spaithiness. It was as horrible as I imagined. I hope you feel better.

Author's Response: LOL - my poor dear, I have made you suffer so! Spaith and Biley!! Ack! However did you manage ;p *pats you soothingly* I made the bad people go away now... But seriously, thankyou for your well wishes and constant reviews. They really keep me going :) Hope you'll enjoy the next couple chapters more...

Ok-I have a question, please do not take it as me trying to write your story or horn in, but; is this really another universe that Buffy is in or just something that Aphrodite has made up? The reason I ask is that if it really is an AU it leads one to believe that Spike was destined to fall in love with a slayer (any old slayer), not Buffy in particular. Which for me kind of diminishes the whole Spuffy mystique. Like I said, this is just my thing. I do really like the story and will continue to read, it just keeps getting stuck in my mind.

Author's Response: To answer your question - it really is an AU. As Aphrodite tells Eros "I just moved her over to the 2nd Universe to the left." So it's a pre-existing one. Your other questions will be answered in the next few chapters (26-29). I can't tell you more without giving it away (sorry). But I do hope you will keep reading and reviewing. I really appreciate your honest feedback. Thanks :)

Thanks so much for getting up and writing! It was really worth it. Can't wait for the next chapter and I hope you'll get better soon!

Author's Response: Thank you, Sweetie! Hope you enjoy the twists to come :)