Oh my.. it's hard to read these chapters - so Spike is near dying now. And Spike will pay a high price (the meeting) - is it his death? And Angel *sigh* he is so wrong. If he only would stop to interfere what Spike wants.

I loved how Spike is trying to communicate with Buffy through flowers. So sweet. *sigh* But what is up with the 2003 date at the beginning? Joni wasn't born yet? Was that a mistake, or am I just still majorally not getting stuff? And then Spike remembered that memory in 2005 when Joni is a baby. Hmmm, is Spike reliving things agian? God, I'm sorry I'm so confused with things. It must be so annoying for you to keep explaining everything.

Author's Response: Oookay let's start with the basics. Remember on "Angel" ghosty spike kept popping out of W&H? Well, in my story, Joyce made sure he landed with Joni so he'd have a reason to fight later. Ghostly Spike was Joni's imaginary friend. But kids are intuitive. She knows deep down that Spike is her Daddy. Keep in mind that Joyce wouldn't have had to meddle with things if Joni hadn't tried that spell in the beginning. Joni was born, but do you remember the dreams about a little girl that Spike started having soon after Dru went dusty? Those were about Joni. 2005 Spike has recognized Joni as the girl from his dreams, and is now using his "memories " to try and avoid the things that "Interregnum" Spike and Buffy wish they could change. Keep reading maybe it will be clearer to you? :-)

Wow! Your muse must be working on overtime. Three spankin' new updates each only one day apart... lucky us! I really like how you're using the "deja vu" concept to move the story along. You weren't kidding when you said all the answers were in the Interegnum but all mixed up. Can't wait to learn more about "Plan B" Great chapter!

Author's Response: And still more on the way soon! I live in Ohio, so it's hot chocolate weather here. I keep my muse happy with the chocolate, he hrlps me keep you happy with new stuf to read. ;-)

Okay, I knew Homer was Spike. But why is he not allowed to tell her it is him? And this second chance, is that the present timeline? Or the future that we just saw?

Author's Response: Okay, remember in the chapter "Marigolds" Buffy made a wish? "Homer" promised not to reveal his "true" self,(read Spike) until she made that wish. If he blabs the Higher ups may revoke his chance at the Shansu. Follow me now? ;-)

Nice twist that the big meeting Joyce was referring to was the one in "Glass." Very clever of you. I can't wait to learn more about the "wish" that came out of the meeting and to find out what Angel is up to now. Spike's thoughts on Joni really touched my heart. Great chapter!

Author's Response: I'm glad you can follow the twists in this story. I will be bringing Homer in to explain some things soon. '-) Keep reading please.

M.G. is right - Buffy smiling at the end of the Series was odd. It didn't really fit. She knew she lost Spike, couldn't be sure he would went to heaven or hell but was smiling? Well... tell me about open ends. What did Joyce do? ..And Spike knows npw who Joni is. Did Joyce sent Spike to her (Joni) *wonders*

Author's Response: Joyce did indeed introduce Spike to his future "Best Girl."

Man this story is great. Best I've read in a long time. Can't wait for the next update.

Author's Response: Glad you like it Spacelord. Sometimes I wonder if anyone can follow the twists and turns of this mad scientist's mind. I have my regular readers whom I love. But it's nice to have new ones too.

I loved the father/daughter scene between ghostly Spike and five year old Joni... it was very touching. I'm really looking forward to Spike's big meeting. Great chapter as always!

Author's Response: Thanks. I loved it too and I wrote the thing! Glad you're enjoying the story.

Heartbreaking picture you painted of Buffy's grief, but it feels right. I always wished the series hadn't ended on Buffy's smiling face and the Scoobies boasting about "how they did it"... it really left a bad taste in my mouth. Plus your take on things makes a great explanation as to why Buffy wanted nothing to do with Angel. Excellent chapter!

Author's Response: The end of "Chosen" on screen left me wanting to *Punch* someone. So, I wrote what I thought was a more compassionate ending.

This chapter was in parts heartbreaking - at the begin with Joni missing Spike (speaking with Homer) and the other part when they were waiting for Spike to die. Looking forward to read on - so I can hope it will get better.

Author's Response: Hint: does anyone remember Sirk's spiel in "Destiny?" It could be important.

Wow! You must've answered my question just when I posted the new one. LOL... how ironic! Thanks for answering my questions though.

A constant eclipse... what a perfect way to sum up what's going on for Buffy, Joni and Spike. Gotta say I was a bit disappointed Joni didn't recognize Homer as Spike *sighs* but all in good time I suppose. I'm glad you gave us insight into Spike's sacrifice. It's nice to know how he saved the Slayers. One question I know it's trival but... what does Homer look like? (Sorry if i'm a bit annoying with the questions) Great chapter. Can't wait to find out what 'Plan B' is!

Author's Response: M.G.- The reason I haven't descibed Homer yet is because I am trying to picture that myself. And if I don't know I can't tell you. (Hmmm.. What would Spike look like if he'd been a sixty or seventy year old man when Dru found him?)

That is very hard - Spike can save Buffy, Joni and the whole world but he won't never see them (Buffy and Joni) again? That would break him. ~ The boogieman did have white her? I wonder if Joni saw Spike. ~ Oh - Talitha was the first victim of the virus. Then it is no wonder for me that Joni is imune.

Author's Response: Joni is having Slayer dreams. Hence the different face for daddy and the white hair. Being a Slayer puts Joni at risk for the virus, no parent wants to see their child ill. So, Spike is a little frightened. Now, *technichally* Spike doesn't have a soul, so the Powers could have a problem granting him the shanshu. That's why Joyce wants the special meeting. (maybe get him a special exception, like maybe a *Wish?*)