So it was indeed a set-up of Spike for Buffy's sake. Well Spike is running that tells how good he took it.
And Buffy can understand Joy just as good as Spike does. Wonder what makes the difference, her being 'close to Spike'? Because it can't be a slayers thing.
Anne was there.. and she has a point for Angel not taking a phone and trying to call.
Your Kar-Hool is an interesting character. Cute how he played with the children and yet dangerous if his clan is in danger. Looking forward to the next chapter.

Author's Response: Spike telling his 'truth' was for Dawns benifit. But Joy set it up so that Buffy could hear Spikes 'truth' too. Yeah, Spike didn't handle it to well, he didn't want Buffy to know his 'truth'. There were probably a lot of things that Angel could have done, should have done, but didn't do.

WOW...MUSTVE BEEN A REAL BIG DEMON, well atleast all thts covered up...at first i thought the roaring was Spike throwing a tantrum LOL. I hope he works things out wiv Dawn, and Buffy. Erm is there going to be more about Joy and Spike AND Dawn, Faith and Buffy cuz there lyk one big fam. Faith n Buffy being sister slayers. oh well write more plyz!!.

Author's Response: Think of the Beast from Beauty and the Beast. Then think 8 ft tall, on mega steroids. :)

I am really, really enjoying your story. I always look forward to your chapters.

Author's Response: Thank You!!! I'm very happy that your enjoying the story. :)

I just found this story 2 days ago and it's wonderful. I'm really enjoying it. Please continue I'm looking foward to the next chaper.

Author's Response: Thank You!!! I'm glad that your enjoying the story. :) Next chapter will be up tomorrow. :)

Holy crap! Loved the meeting with Giles, and Andrew, and Angel, but with Buffy. How can he still think anything remotely like that. What has happened to our poor hero? And Joy, she knows, I'm glad she knows. Poor Buffy.

Author's Response: Spike has spent the past 7 years telling himself that Buffy doesn't love him, that she has moved on with her life. That the only way for him to help make her happy was to stay out of her life. Now, to hear that Buffy missed him and loves him, he's a bit confused and over reacting.

So typical of Angel... making it all about him in light of these big events. I do wonder what Spike really does think about him being back and what Angels influence did have on Spike avoiding Buffy. Angel may be a bit self centered but he's sure not wrong.

Author's Response: Angel did have 'something' to do with Spike never contacting Buffy. He fed Spikes self-doubts and insecurities. After years of repressing his feelings for Buffy, Spike is afraid to feel that kind of love again. :)

sniffle siniffle wipes tears away


plz update soon

Author's Response: (Big Smile) :) The next one will be in the morning.

Ah, don't remind me of the seven years. Too sad to think about it.
Told I read a bit more after the last chapter. It first didn't feel like it gets better because Spike is trying to run, to find a new location too.
Where did Buffy go? She was with Dawn and Joy before, being / feeling devastated. And now there is only Dawn, nearly having a break down. No, she did break down crying.
At last Spike said to Dawn he loves Buffy. But why does he think she doesn't love him?
Good written Spike POV. But I think he was wrong.. about Buffy still loving Angel, about choosing Spike to die. But it is Buffy's turn to tell him that.
Was Buffy there the whole time? But when, then she was crying and Spike didn't hear her. Or did he cry too loud? And there is Spike, running again.....

Author's Response: Joy worked her mental magic to get Buffy alone. Then set it up for Buffy to listen and hide her presence and everyone else too. She then brought Dawn to the room and called out to Spike to come help her. Spike might be wrong, but it's in his mind that way.

Oh no it ws a setup...in the good way i mean even Joy knew wht ws goin' 2 happen...did they do some majik 2 prevent him knoin' tht Buffy and the rest of 'em wre there. PLYZ PLYZ CARRY ON.


Author's Response: The setup was between Joy and Buffy. Dawn didn't know she was there. No one else but Joy was in the room. Joy made a magic charm to hide the presence of Buffy and everyone else from Spike but Joy.

Wow !!! That was so heartbreaking!!!(sobs to self) definite tissue warning!!! Please update soon!!

Author's Response: Thank You! Maybe a second one later today? I'm glad the chapter moved you. :)

i must be crazy i just read all 23 chapters and in one day and now i cant wait for more plz update soon plz

Author's Response: Thank You!!! I'm happy you like the story. The next one will be up tomorrow. :)

What the hell is wrong with Spike?!?!?! Loved the scenes with Andrew, Giles and Angel, but this thing with Buffy is driving me nuts! Even if he doesn't love her anymore, does he have to be so goddamn cruel about it???

Author's Response: Spike didn't mean to be crule. He's just to afraid to believe her. You'll see, soon. :)