And Willow had a vision... Tara was there. She couldn't go through the deeper well first as if someone was preventing her to do it. The rose.. what does that mean? Is it for Buffy? A missing link hmmm.

I think Buffy knows that Kennedy can get dangerous. Oh that's bad: these vampires were as strong as Angel was. So it seems it not an Angel think, it goes for all vampires. That's even worse. But they won, for now. And William saw himself for what he is the first time *sigh*. But alcohol having no effect on him? Poor one; he'll miss it.

Okay...just read those last chapters in one shot...wow, you really ramped up the action. The tension. I've hardly dared to breathe in spots.

I wanted to hold out hope that Angel really would off himself for the good of the world in the end, and you made it happen. He might not have been sure what he would do until that very last moment with Buffy, but he did it.

Loved that you made Morna special. I had a feeling she would be, somehow, but how it came about was awesome.

I'm so not with the chasing into Hell plan, but I understand why he needs to do it. And Faith, too. Not sure why Oz wants to. Anjelica's finding her own way as a Slayer. Willow...well, I guess it's about Kennedy, and keeping the others alive.

No more vampires on the entire Earth...wow...that's a heady thought. Poor Dru. She didn't get a say in her own destiny. Wonder where Angel's Shanshu will have him end up?

Dawn and Connor, sittin' in a tree...LOL...thought Connor wanted a chance at life, and more of Dawn? I don't think she's going to be giving Andrew a shot.

Is there a 3rd part to this saga? You certainly left things to consider for the future. Baby raising, Slayer re-building, Maya and Xander's budding romance, the trip to Hell....

Thanks for a gripping story, and a hell of a ride.

Author's Response: Hi Kim! I'm so happy that you liked it. I do have a 3rd part, which I'll begin posting soon. And I hope you like that part too. Thanks again for reading and for such awesome input.

Angel, you idiot. Does he ever freakin' learn?? And now they're making him choose between Buffy and Connor. Yeah, that's going to go well. Drogyn all over again. Ultimately, that sacrifice meant nothing.

But at least if you take out the vampire line, Spike won't be effected anymore. Good detail, remembering that he would be a virgin like this. That body, from the Sisters, had never had sex.

Extra special baby. Yay!! Except that this comes down to either Angel's blood, or the child's. Yeah, not particularly liking those odds.

Poor Kennedy...she didn't quite deserve this, though her jealousy led her there.

Maya will come around. It's just a lot to process. Ease her in, when you can.

Poor Giles. I hope he can speak. Willow needs to hurry back and call Connor. They need to know what Dagger Angel is carrying.

Dawn's brilliance grows all the time. She's not even 18, yet, and she's shown tremendous aptitude.

Boy, is Amy icky. I can't wait for someone to end her once and for all. Stupid Willow and the de-ratting.

Author's Response: Poor Angel and poor Kennedy.

Oh, geeze....oh.....geeze....

Amy...ha! Frickin' figures. Lust for power plus hatred of Willow. Poor Giles!!

Little Andrew...you tried, boy, but you underestimated your opponent. That brand needs to be shown right away.

About time Buffy started looking beyond herself. She was being a selfish bitch, again. And about time she said the words!! She's been holding out on him for months, for no good reason. About time she grew up and realized what she has.

Angel, you stupid dolt. Sold out Kennedy, which I just knew was going to happen. And now he's in some little dream world? Angel, the main reason you keep slipping is because you won't blend with the team. You could have friendship and acceptance, if you just accepted how things are.

Thank goodness Willow finally dumped Kennedy. Now, will Kennedy be dead? Turned? Made an example of so she can tell the others Angel betrayed the Slayers? Those poor, innocent baby Slayers...they never had a chance. How do you justify that in your soul, Angel, hmm?

I'm assuming the New York school has either been slaughtered by Amy, or they've all scattered into hiding after her attack.

Poor Lorne...all he wanted to be was a bartender. The conversation with William was really interesting. Confirmed the baby is pivotal. Confirmed Angel's betrayal. I'm sure he saw plenty of other little details.
William's got more than he ever thought possible, and he deserves to keep it.

And Yay!! Maya's finally free! Seems like a great match for Xander. I didn't miss the Luxe reference from Freddie, either. That guy really gets around.

I know there's more I could say, but I thinking this essay is long enough for now!

Author's Response: Kim, your feedback is always. It always makes me smile.

I love Spike and Anya''s banter!!

And Buffy "Marzipan, you vamp.." lmao!

Wolfram and Hart are scary! They're kinda like the mob!!

Intense chapters!

Things are coming down to the wire for Angel....at least Connor's remaining wary, watchful...

Buffy, Buffy.....so fragile mentally. I have a feeling William's going to have to try to keep her from doing something stupid.

Dawn did great! Found new stuff and kept Andrew from fading away...wonderful kind of girl.

Angel...not sure what he's playing at with Kennedy. On the one hand, he encouraged her to get with the group, because they're the best and brightest...but on the other, he was playing to her...and Angel or Angelus, he's a master manipulator and strategist when it comes to messing with people. Everything that's happening with him is definitely making me uneasy.

Hmm, will Maya be okay after that spell she did? Still unconscious? Xander's making efforts lately, and it's good to see him move beyong the all-bitter party.

I'm starting to think of Morna as Drusilla, only much more fractured and stuck in her own mind. That trio gives me the heebie-jeebies.

Kennedy is indeed power hungry.. to hungry for her own good. Buffy must be careful.

Boadicea is a truly inspiring powerful woman and it works well that she would be a slayer. I'm concerned about Angel's relationship with Kennedy, especially considering that whole burning circle of the black thorn mark (dark mark like?) and the slayer killing blade. Another riveting chapter.

Author's Response: Thanks! Boadicea is such an intriguing figure. And yeah, Angel's mark is very dark mark like :)

This is such a great story with a creative concept. I have no idea why you don't have 200 hundred glowing reviews by now. The characterizations are perferct the plot is interesting, the relationships between the characters are compelling. Just a fantastic story. Your hard work is truly appreciated.

Author's Response: hehe! Thanks, Elaine, for making my day. I appreciate your appreciation :)

Twisting and turning...evil, foul-mouthed Kennedy needing her ass kicked...awesome chapters!

Author's Response: Man, I think you dislike Kennedy even more than me!

Oh, no! Andrew!

Good thing, William, to keep an eye on Angel. He's known since Angel's plan that things could get very complicated.

The dagger just being in Angel's pocket is leeching Buffy's energy. He can't be anywhere near her with that thing. That's what Connor wanted to warn about. I'm taking it that Willow never saw the postcard before she left.

Poor Maya...stuck with a psychotic spirit ex-boyfriend. That spell she did was a doozy.

And Buffy still isn't giving herself over to the relationship. Geez, what does he have to do to be worthy of you not degrading what you have around others? Angel shouldn't matter anymore, like that. Your friends already know where you're standing on this, and some are even supportive, so there's no reason to act like you have a dirty secret anymore. Is this the relationship you really wanted, Wiliam?

Not sure, yet, how much Luxe is double-playing, and how much is Thellian's plan for Angel. Being the visionary, Thellian probably wants Angel to come over willingly. I'm already not liking that Angel hasn't told the others he has the Dagger.

I don't want Kennedy back! And what about Faith and Robin??

Author's Response: Kim, I love the way your mind works :) And I love reading your reviews. Thank you thank you so much.