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Reviewer: Sam Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 06/06/2008 - 10:44 am Title: Chapter 12. Trials and Tribulations

It would appear that this Spike's plans work much better than they usually do!!! Loved the update - thank you.

Author's Response: Hee, that they do... generally. He sure does everything in his power to make them work, doesn't he? *giggles* Thank you so much for reviewing, sweetie!

Reviewer: Pam S Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 06/06/2008 - 08:38 am Title: Chapter 12. Trials and Tribulations

Enjoying.. and Buffy.... can't wash off the passion she feels and can't stop dreaming about Spike..

Author's Response: Oh yes, she can't, even if she tries. ;) Thank you so much for reviewing, sweetie!

Reviewer: luxferi Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 06/06/2008 - 07:05 am Title: Chapter 12. Trials and Tribulations

*LOL* Wes can't really hide his emotions well, can he? He's so adorable. And as for Buffy... oh well, that's her... expert in denial. :) Wonderful and brilliant chapter! Can't wait for more... :)

Author's Response: Hee, no, which is why Fred and Spike know how he feels even if he's never said a word. Poor sod. *sighs* *LOL* Yeah, Buffy is an expert in denial, but I don't think Spike is going to allow her much leniency in that aspect. ;) Thank you so much for reviewing!

Reviewer: Sotia Signed Liked [Report This]
Date: 06/06/2008 - 06:54 am Title: Chapter 12. Trials and Tribulations

Love, LOVE, LOVE it!!! *bounces all over the place*

Spike smirked evilly, enjoying the effect his query had on his friend. Perfect timin’ that. Oh yes, he still had it. --- *chuckles*

You're awesome! Spike is BRILLIANT, and you just made my day a whole lot better! Can't wait to see what comes next! Squeeeeee!!!!

*huggles and smooches*

Author's Response: *huggles you and bounces along with you* You're too adorable for words. *smooches*

And I'm very glad I could make your day better, God knows you always brighten mine. *snuggles* Well, next comes ITN, then more AAO. *giggles*

*huggles and smooches*

Reviewer: jamies-lady Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 06/06/2008 - 06:04 am Title: Chapter 12. Trials and Tribulations

wonderful update... loved every word. You capture the period perfectly. poor wes,

Author's Response: *blushes* Awww, what a lovely compliment! Thank you for all your help, sweetie!

Reviewer: kim Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 06/06/2008 - 04:30 am Title: Chapter 12. Trials and Tribulations

Ah, he's really breaking down her crush on Angel, isn't he? Happens, when Angel isn't even around! Poor stubborn Buffy....

Hee hee hee, Wes is doomed...... :D

Author's Response: *lol* That he is, or at least he's trying his best. Buffy is sooo doomed. Same as Wes. ;) Thank you for reviewing!

Reviewer: Darkrivertempest Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 06/05/2008 - 12:22 am Title: Chapter 11. All's Fair in Love and War

And so the quote comes to pass... Man, is it gonna be a BONFIRE once it gets going... phew....

And so here I sit, waiting (just so you know, patience isn't a word in my vocabulary - so I'll go with hmmm...expectantly, yeah that's it) for the next chapter. *sighs dreamily* Wes and Buffy need to get the lead out of their respective arses!

Ahem.... great story so far hun, and of course I want more, d'uh!

Reviewer: Darkrivertempest Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 06/05/2008 - 12:09 am Title: Chapter 10. A Midsummer Night's Dream

Ok lady, I'm running out of chapters - what are you going to do about it? LOL *Why Carrie, I'm going to write a LOT more, just so you can satisfy your need for Spuffy lovin...* (yeah, well... that's how i heard it in MY head)

AND OMG! An even MORE EVIL WOMAN! Get us all wound up and then leave us hanging! GAH! We're not made of stone woman... sigh... ooo they are both gonna fall soooo hard! bwhahahahaha (yes, that was evil laughter ensuing.)

*sniffles* only one more chapter... *tearing up heavily now* I neeeeeed more!

Reviewer: Darkrivertempest Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 06/04/2008 - 11:52 pm Title: Chapter 9. The Truth Shall Set You Free

And I should be shocked, but I'm not, not with the Tun the way it was - society and status and all... bloody prigs they were!

And for some reason, the quote "The brightest flame oft lies beneath the cinders" comes to mind...not sure why - maybe the brightest flame of love is just waiting underneath the ashes? Who knows.

And the woo hooing... WOO HOO! Yeah, baby, let's get it on!

Reviewer: Darkrivertempest Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 06/04/2008 - 11:45 pm Title: Chapter 8. Turnabout is Fair Play

WOW, a cliffy! EVIL WOMAN! grrrr

I bet Elizabeth isn't Hank's daughter!!!!!!!!! dum dum dummmmm! (sorry, you know I love the overly dramatic music - hehehehe)

And can I just say I wanna slap Buffy? Girl needs to get her head and heart straight. She may think she's in love with Angel, but her heart is already Spike's. HA! Take that... you... you... umm.... great author? LOL

On to the next!

Reviewer: Darkrivertempest Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 06/04/2008 - 11:31 pm Title: Chapter 7. Tender Loving Care

Awww, I got goosepimples from the TLC (hence the name of the chapter Carrie, duh!)

I'm so glad she finally trusted him, even if it was just a fraction - hopefully it will be more? (bats eyelashes)

Ooo and will Oz an Willow make an appearance as a couple? Again, here's to hoping (many that little hope thing is going far)

heheh on to the next!

Author's Response: *LOL* Hahahahahaha, you're too funny! I'm glad you enjoyed the TLC though. ;) Wanted to show a different side of Spike and yes, I think it's a good start for Buffy to trust him and feel more comfortable with him. ;)

Yeah, I think Oz and Willow will be a couple, just minor. I have enough in my plate with Spike/Buffy and Wes/Fred. ;)

*smooches* Thankee!

Reviewer: Darkrivertempest Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 06/04/2008 - 11:18 pm Title: Chapter 6. Sense and Sensibility

I love that poem by Dickinson - it is so encouraging to the sad and hopeless.

I think Buffy is about to receive the beating of her life! And I'm HIGHLY curious as to what Fred has planned for everyone involved, tee hee!

Great chapter honey, totally AB FAB!

Author's Response: Yeah, I agree. I really hadn't read it before, my friend Deanna showed it to me though and I just couldn't not use it. It was perfect for the chapter, imo.

And you were right about what was about to happen to Buffy. Hee, I hope you like the plans when they're put in motion! Thank you very much for your very kind words!

Reviewer: Darkrivertempest Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 06/04/2008 - 11:09 pm Title: Chapter 5. A Walk to Remember

Ahhh Dante's Devine Comedy /Inferno - I've based a lot of Hunter's Bane upon it - absolutely marvelous reading! FYI, if you should ever decide to attempt a Tudor era fic - I could help you! (It's my passion, and my English professor thought I brought about a different perspective on Lady Jane Grey) - ugh, but enough self pimping (ashamed now)

I LOVED the verbal battle of literature!!!!! HOW AWESOME IS THAT? God, I'd be a puddle of goo by that point. Sexy, rich, and SMART - OH BABY!

And Gretna Green - maybe Spike should hie her away up there too? ;)

Author's Response: Oooh, you did? Cool! I agree it's a marvelous reading. And perhaps, some day, when I don't have a gazillion WIPs, or Mistress Tina might kill me. *giggles* That period is quite interesting. And don't be ashamed, I love knowing more of you!

Hee, I loved writing the verbal battle of literature, it reminded of my love for books, really. And really? I'd be a puddle of goo by that point, too, but Buffy is a stubborn girl. ;)

Hee, no Gretna Green's marriages for the Duke me thinks. Although who knows? Anything can happen. Thank you again for making my week with your reviews, cariño!

Reviewer: Darkrivertempest Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 06/04/2008 - 10:51 pm Title: Chapter 4. Between a Rock and a Hard Place

Just FYI - I really like your quotes at the beginning of each chapter (love that!) and i love the quote by Douglas Adams about being in between a rock and a hard place - Hitchhickers Guide to the Galaxy is a MUST READ for ANYBODY!

Ahem - now to this chapter :D

Ooo they're getting ready to do the moonlight stroll through the gardens....hmmmm methinks that Spike might try and get a little smoochy smoochy? ( or is that my fevered brain wishing for it? Probably the latter)

Off to read, cause I can't wait!


Author's Response: Finding those quotes has been more enjoyable than I thought a first. And I found a very cool site (www.noyemi.com), very user friendly and they have quotes for everything.

*lol* You must have a crystal ball somewhere around then, because that's precisely what he tried (and succeeded) doing during the stroll. Thanks for reviewing!

Reviewer: Darkrivertempest Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 06/04/2008 - 10:37 pm Title: Chapter 3. Marriage is the Death of Hope

OMFG!!!!!!!!!!!!! That was the funniest ass thing I've seen! *has tears streaming down the face*

Fo shizzle, welcome to the hizzle! OMG - sorry, can't compose myself to write a decent review - needless to say, it was a great chapter!

Author's Response: Hee, Tina really outdid herself with that scene, I just couldn't not include it. I don't know how long I laughed after she send it to me. *rofl* Thankee again for reviewing, sweetie! *huggles*

Reviewer: Darkrivertempest Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 06/04/2008 - 10:25 pm Title: Chapter 2. Double or Nothing

Ooo Faro! COOL! Are they going to play Whist too? Sigh, I love this time period (Regency, right?) and to play Faro at Whites... SO VERY NEAT!

OMG, Hank is going to gamble his daughter away? He needs a therapy group, right away! hehehe, and I have a feeling that Spike WILL lose at something, like Wes wanted - and it might be his heart! ;)

Great chapter luv!

Author's Response: Well, yeah, I think they might play Whist, too, just for you. And that was Vara's suggestion, which I absolutely adored, btw. :D

Yeah, Hank, as you might have noticed, has not that many scruples. Of course you're very right about what Spike will lose. ;)

Thankee for reviewing, sweetie!

Reviewer: Darkrivertempest Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 06/04/2008 - 10:03 pm Title: Chapter 1. Introductions

Dum dum dummmm! Wow, Spike is definitely the "Want, Take, Have" sorta guy you warned us about.... YUMMY (sorry, I have a weakness for arrogant, possessive Spike) sigh...

ooo American... in 1810 England! woah! Great start and I can wait to read more! Sorry, I chose SR over EF... (you get more reviews here anyway ;)

Smooches!

Author's Response: *lol* Yeah, he sure is... and yeah, possessive Spike is one of my favorite impersonations, I so understand the appeal. *sighs dreamily*

I'm ecstatic you enjoyed the start, sweetie! And no worries over choosing one archive over the other, it's the same to me and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your lovely review!

*smooches*

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Date: 05/31/2008 - 12:51 pm Title: Chapter 11. All's Fair in Love and War

I don't think Buffy knows what she has agreed to...
And Wes, he better try harder, he might loose Fred... Loved the update, sweetie! Looking forward to more :) / Ariadne

Reviewer: Sotia Signed Liked [Report This]
Date: 05/31/2008 - 09:53 am Title: Chapter 11. All's Fair in Love and War

I'm sorry it took so long to get to this, hun, life's been so busy it's not even funny!

I loved how things went between Buffy and Spike, even with her hasty retreat! I'm feeling sooo bad for Wes and Fred, wanna kick some of Spike's way of thinking into that man!!!

Another excellent update, honey, can't wait for more!

*hugs and squishes*

Author's Response: Awwww, no worries, sweetie! If anyone understands how RL can get is me. *giggles*

Yeah, I think it worked quite well, even with the hasty retreat. And poor Wes, I don't think he can imagine what's coming next for him. *wide evil grin*

Thank you so much for your kind words, sweetie!

*smooches*

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Date: 05/29/2008 - 09:27 pm Title: Chapter 11. All's Fair in Love and War

Wes is really clueless... hard for Fred. I hope she won't loose her patience.
Spike can be very convincing :) But I don't think that Buffy knows what she has agreed too *gg* She'll be surprised.

Reviewer: PhotographyNut Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 05/29/2008 - 08:51 pm Title: Chapter 11. All's Fair in Love and War

Finally Buffy promised to give William a chance! Can't wait to read more!

Reviewer: Brunettepet Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 05/29/2008 - 05:44 pm Title: Chapter 11. All's Fair in Love and War

How is Spike supposed to take it slow when his advances are met with such passion? Buffy just barely escaped this time. It was charming to read her finally breaking down, giving him an opening.

Fred is just going to have to spell things out for Wes, isn't she? He's being incredibly dense. Maybe her anger and frustration are just what he needs to feel to reveal what his true feelings for her are.

It's all very entertaining.

Reviewer: Amelia-Jane Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 05/29/2008 - 02:12 pm Title: Chapter 11. All's Fair in Love and War

I feel bad for Fred and Wesley, I hope those two kids work things out. And A big YAY for the Spuffyness in this chapter,*sighs dreamily* I just love when Spike turns the charm up a notch. Great update!
Congrats on your new noms! And let IBE know she and her family will be in my prayers.

Author's Response: Hee, they will eventually work things out, but they have quite a bit to go through first I think. ;) I'm delighted you enjoyed the Spuffyness. *huggles* Thank you so much for reviewing and I'll let IBE know, no worries. *more hugs*

Reviewer: jamies_lady Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 05/29/2008 - 06:25 am Title: Chapter 11. All's Fair in Love and War

wonderful update as always, and thanks for the nnote in the AN...good for Buffy stopping it before it got too far. Poor Fred, having to deal with Wes in a thick headed mood...more please

Author's Response: Awww, but of course, I'm really thankful for all the time you've spent e-mailing with me and sharing all those wonderful tidbits of history. *huggles* And there's going to be more soon, I hope. Think muse is back on focus on this story. Thank you for reviewing!

Reviewer: guest Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 05/29/2008 - 05:39 am Title: Chapter 11. All's Fair in Love and War

Mari!!!!!!!!!!!!! Oh how can you do this to me! (So sorry for your sis and wish her the best of health) But sweetie don't leave a girl hangin like that cause that is just cruel! You have no idea how long I have been waiting for this chap but hey gotta love spike and all of his sexy temptations! Oh how is buffy to resist such a man! LOL! Muah thanx luvv and hope for more!

Author's Response: First of all thank you for your wishes for my lovely IBE. *smooches* Now on to your review... LOL, sorry, but I really thought it was a nice place to end the chapter, didn't mean to be cruel to you. *huggles you* Next chapter should come sooner, or at least I hope so. And I agree, how can buffy resist him for long? ;) Thank you for reviewing, sweetie!

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