wow just wow!! i love this story!! you can't possibly update fast enough ;) i'm so in love with it!! i love what you do with the characters and the story...it's turning out fantastic!! please please update soon!! thanx!!

Author's Response: Thanks, so much. I have two eager betas breathing down my neck, so I'm hoping the updates will be timely.

Uh, well, I'm thinking honing his fighting skills over a c-note probably had something to do with him being able to survive the Buffinator too. Unlike the other reviewer I'm on Buffy's side. I've read bitca Buffy b4 and that ain't it. Guy never did anything for her without selfish reason, and suddenly he goes all gallant and defendery of her honor? Excuse her, for not tripping all over herself to show him her utmost gratitude the min he decides to play hero. Anyway, even though he doesn't seem to have gone insane from any guilt, I still wonder if he has a soul now. Hated the idea when the show was stil on, but now I sorta wish he had gotten the full blown shanshue package -- soul, no supa powers, everything that entails being a human in the real world. Great UST. I'm getting impatient, because damn I seriously want to know how these two are gonna come together in that way. It's not usually a big deal in other fics, but the way you're building it up I'm on pins and needles.

Author's Response: Some excellent points and great questions. You're right, there's not reason for Buffy to instantly trust Spike now. As I said earlier to another reviewer, it wasn't that long ago they were at each aother's throats (in that bad, evil kinda way). Slow and steady is the game plan for this fic. It might drive some of the readers nuts, but I can't make everything I want happen, happen if it doesn't grow from reality and reality means they have a bit to come through before they begin to trust and rely on each other. I really do appreciate your insight into this fic -- ever thought about being a beta? (huh? huh?)

So, Spike is gonna give blood and life huh? Wonder what that will translate into! I am really enjoying this, despite the long hatred of westerns. I can't wait for you to write more!

Author's Response: No like the western, huh? Well, I'm not big on the John Wayne type western, but this whole story came from envisioning Spike in jeans, chaps, cowboy boots and spurs. Thanks for sticking in there despite the setting.

I agree with Spike ... no matter the time period she's still a cold hearted bitch. {shakes her head} Excellent writing. Just want to strangle Buffy sometimes ... well lots of times. LOL. Look forward to the next update.

Author's Response: Ah, now don't strangle her. It hasn't been that long since they were at each other throats... in a bad way :) Hopefully she'll warm up to him a bit.

Hope they don't get too soffty with each other too quickly, because then I wonder if it's still Buffy and Spike. Other than that probably annoying suggestion, keep going. It's awesome.

Author's Response: It's not an annoying suggestion at all. In fact it's something I've been trying to keep an eye on and make sure that the pace is slow and builds believably. Thanks for commenting and I hope I can keep the real Buffy and Spike in the story for you!

Bad cliffy girl, leaving us to wonder--will there be spuffy soon??? Great last line though. Sleep for Buffy is definitely the last thing on my mind too. I love how they're both equal now--no supernatural powers for either one of them. Please update soon.

Author's Response: Anticipation. There will be Spuffy, but not soon enough for some, I suppose. Thanks for commenting it always makes me want to go back and work on the story -- good incentive and all :)

Holly directed me over to your fic this morning and I realised I'd read chapter one before. I'm really glad to see some more. You're doing a fantastic job and Ic an't wait to read some more of what you have hiding in your head. I adore time travel fics and I can't wait to see how human Buffy and Spike cope in a western. It has huge potential for amusement.

Author's Response: Thanks so much! Coming from you it means a lot -- I admire your work and thank Holly for pushing you in my direction. She's already been a big help to me in betaing the story.

Hi! Now it's time for the review: At last Spike has an inkling in which time and where they are.. even if they don't know who send them there. Love the QL part. And OH! Unexpected - Spike is (at last part) human? Mmm very interesting. Looking forward to the next chapter.

Author's Response: Hi! Thanks for taking the time to review. I only haveone beta at this point, so I rely on reviews for some added feedback and direction. I'm glad you found the story interersting -- I want to keep a good blend of humor, romance and suspence.

wahoo! the plot thickens! LOVE IT!! sooooo cannot wait to read more!!

Author's Response: It is indeed thickening -- and hopefully the next chapter will be out by this long weekend. thanks for the continued support :)

I just found this story, and I'm finding it very interesting. I like the old west, especially the wagon train travelling days of exploration. I really hope that you feel inspired to continue the story. I look forward to more.

Author's Response: It's one of my favorite time frames -- and spike in a Stetson on a horse was just too good pass up. Hope you continue to enjoy and thanks for the comments.

great update loved it

Author's Response: Thanks!

“I think I can safely say, it can’t get worse than this.” Oh HO...I may be mistaken but I do believe Buffy just jinxed them. The Old West (I think) setting looks to be entertaining. Love old school Spike & Buffy in all of their snarky glory. Buffy & Spike having to work & snark together with rampant UST confounding them at every turn is one of my favorite set ups. Thanks for what looks to be a very entertaining story. Hope a new chapter is on the way.

Author's Response: Wow, I think you're reading my mind on how this story will play out. Hope it will end up satisfying you! Thanks for taking the time comment

awesome start. I am eager to see where this story takes us. Please update soon!

Author's Response: I promise to try to update frequently! thanks for taking the timeto post.