Oh dear.. Buffy almost went back into her bitc** self there... She panicked. But the lesson was cool again :) I'm worried about what Willow might be up to... I hope she gives it a rest, she really doesn't need to ruin everything for Buffy's little progress. I'm mightily curious about Xander's reaction :)
Thank you for the update! Loved reading it as always...

Author's Response: "Oh dear.. Buffy almost went back into her bitc** self there..." -- I think it's hard for her to leave it completely behind!

Don't worry about Willow. This story is about Buffy finding herself ;-) Xander's reaction is coming right up after I reply to reviews :D Thank you for the lovely review! xxx

Love Spike's lessons, and the fact that Dawn may be just a tiny bit the partner in crime. Glad they're building something real this time. Looking forward to more. Update soon!

Author's Response: I'm updating tonight, if I manage to reply to all reviews first. :) I'm really glad you like so far, and I think there was no way Dawn wouldn't try to figure out what was going on, so Spike just telling her was the best way to go ;-) Thank you for reading and liking! xxx

Very sweet chapter. Loved how they still have the banter, but it is more teasing than barbs. Glad Buffy is excepting her journey, no longer kicking and screaming.

Author's Response: Eh, the fight is not out of her yet... ;-) I'm really glad you're enjoying this. Thank you! xxx

every chapter you write is amazing to read. Loved the 'relax' theme he came up with this time :) The kiss she gave him was simple but honest.
thank you for the update... can't wait to read more..

Author's Response: Thank you so very much! xxx

enjoyed... and what a feast your company must have had.. lucky people.

Author's Response: I'm glad you enjoyed :) Truth be told, we had food for up to Tuesday, but cooking for sixteen people made me freak that nothing would be enough, hence the cooking for almost two days. Heh. xxx

I love the way he's showing her what is really going on in her life. The fact that two of the three people in her house really should be contributing too, and making her demand it. And the fact that she hid from Xander, part showing her trust for Spike and part showing how much she doesn't want to leave. Whether that be because of Spike or because she actually feels like his methods are working I'll wait to see sussed out in a future installment. And I love her trying to protect Spike's virtue. The do get along when they're not consumed with fucking. Pretty damn awesome. Update soon!

Author's Response: He's showing her too much in too little time. How she'll ultimately react to it all is yet to be seen. Dun dun dun duuun! I'm pretty damn happy you like. More soon! xxx

That was a great chapter. I really like how you are building the relationship and how Spike is helping Buffy heal.

Author's Response: Thank you very-very much! I have a huge grin on now :D xxx

It's nice to see Buffy's thoughts here. and it looks like she's more appreciative of our vamp.:)
Good for Buffy for finally confronting Willow(even if only by phone..and WTF? why the hell did she call Angel?)

Love the choice of stories too(what could be better than bedtime stories as told by Spike? Yummy).This story is really great Sotia.:)

Loved it! *Squish,squish*



Author's Response: I wouldn't put calling Angel past Willow, believe me... I'm so very happy you like this story, especially because I started writing it at a period when I thought I was done with Stories for Spike and Buffy *smooches*

Great chapter, as always! Yeah, Buffy! Love how this little forced time away has helped with some self reflection and appreciation for our sexy blond vamp. Looking forward to more!

Author's Response: Thank you very-very-very much, hon! More soon(ish) xxx

Love how the therapy sneaks up on her. Such slight progress, but meaningful nonetheless. amazing. Awaiting more. Update soon.

Author's Response: "Love how the therapy sneaks up on her."--YES, it's the sneaking up I wanted people to see!! You made me happy :D *hugs*

Yay! for take charge, unwhipped Spike.=) S6 would have been so much better if Spike had stood up for himself. I like the idea of delegating too. The Scoobies should have been helping and Willow /Tara should have paid rent..

Stick to your guns Spikey!

Love it Sotia...*smoochies*

Author's Response: Poor Spike thought he had to do what Buffy wanted so he didn't lose her in S6. Sigh. I'm glad you like the way I've written him here! I think Tara has moved out by now (at least I wrote this keeping that in mind) but they should have been paying rent and chipping in for other expenses! *huggles*

How appropriate.. Ugly Duckling.. into the beautiful swan..
Enjoying

Author's Response: Glad you found it appropriate :) And that you're enjoying! xxx