I meant to type "started out" not odd, sheesh, you'd think I can't proofread.

Another richly detailed, emotional chapter. I love the image of Buffy just leaping up to get icicles for William's face. His outrage and anger at her being insulted was lovely, and I really liked this line: “What kind of love could I claim, if I were not willing to defend you?” Your William is so chivalrous and charming, I wish Buffy could just be truthful with him. His story about rescuing her makes it appear they were destined to be together.

Author's Response: I always felt there was a connection between Buffy and Spike that went beyond the realm of attraction or even love. Way back in season three when they hated each other, Buffy even said she could never fool Spike. He has always been so good at reading her, and so protective of her once he admitted his true feelings. I think William is no different in that respect. Thanks so much for the feedback. I really appreciate it. :)

What a terrible misstep. Buffy's wanton behavior was so out of line for this time period, it's going to make William wonder if Charles Archer had a grain of truth in his insults. This chapter started odd on such a happy, settled tone, and now everything's jumbled.

Author's Response: They have been raised with such different ideals. Buffy sees sex as a way to express love, while William was taught that love was shown only by restraint from all the baser urges. Now they are both confused. Thanks for the review. :)

I hope your week gets better. :) Great fic, VERY great. Love love LOVE IT. It's just so interesting and fun and full of that uncomfortable deception that is going to have to be revealed soon enough... Update soon! :)

Author's Response: I will. Thank you for reviewing, Devin. I'm glad you like it. :)

I think I loved this the best

~~~The fact that she was sitting only ten feet from him and he could not touch her was maddening. Hours on end sitting there—wanting her— ~~~~

Little by little we see more of William feeling more like a regular person and not so held back and reserved. It's nice to see him human lol which is weird when you think about it.

Thank you for posting more when you have your own set of troubles going on in your life.
(((HugS)))


Author's Response: (((Hugs back))) Thanks so much for the support--and the review. :) I'm glad you liked the chapter.

Nicely done. This is such a tender story I know I will need a tissue soon! More please more..........

Author's Response: Thank you. I'm glad you like it. :)

William! Don't you too start craving Buffy someones gotta be sensible!!!!

Giggles

Wait what am I saying!!!!

Give in give in! Ah heck marry the girl!!! Before someone else takes notice of her!~

Author's Response: lol. XxxCalistaxxX, you had me scared for a moment! ;) Oh, I think William would marry her in a moment, if he could. I just believe he's afraid to ask her. Time will tell.... Thanks so much for the review. :)

This story reminds me of why I fell in love with Buffy and Spike from the get go.
The writing is fantastic and the story follows the time line and the romance of the era.
Really a story people should take notice of and is proof Spuffy love never dies it just jumps back in time :)

Author's Response: The beauty of Spike is his consistency. Even when he was being "the Big Bad" back in season 2, his William nature was quite evident in his dealings with Dru. He's such a wonderful, loyal, and loving character; even when he was evil. That's what makes him so compelling to watch, read, and write about. And I agree with you completely--Spuffy love is truly eternal. Thanks so much for the feedback. I really do appreciate it. :)

Wow I have no idea where this is headed but I'm loving watching what happens next. Lovely chapter cant wait to see more :)

Author's Response: Thanks, mselfie. I'm glad you like it. :)

I just started reading this fic here (read it on another site first.

I really like it and I hope things go better for you.

spuf

Author's Response: Thank you so much for the support, spufette, I really appreciate it. :)

heres hoping your muse just keeps musing thanks for the latest chapie and please please keep them coming i was chuffed to death when i logged on and found this latest chapter was'nt expecting it yet but now cant wait for the naxt one

Author's Response: I'm glad you feel that way, thank you. :) So far, the muse is behaving quite well. Hopefully, the next chapter will be up before long, so just keep checking back.

I found the table scene very well played out between Anne seeing more was going on and all that was not being said as well. I found it the most interesting William felt the need to jump to Elizabeth's defense with his Mom at the table. I'm not sure if he's trying to convince others or himself of Elizabeth being lady like or not at this point. It's not that she intentionally blunders she is just curious and asks normally harmless questions. But I think the sleeve pulling and almost flirty smile Buffy had with William probably had Anne mixed with the past few days seeking out William to discuss matters with him. I believe Anne's intentions are good given William is her only child and she want's to parent him in making the best choices. I mean she accepted Elizabeth into her home as a daughter in many ways for her son's feelings towards this girl. But she is right if Elizabeth is going to fit into their world and have a place in William's life as his wife she will have to conform to fit into the society they live in. Now I say that with a grain of salt because of the ways Anne went about saying it and the means she tells William to go about showing his dominance in his household and showing her a firm hand and his struggle with even the idea of being pushed to that. For Buffy is not like other girls and I fear if he pushes her she will run. I think Anne trying to direct William in a means of speaking with Elizabeth first and guiding her in a better way then using force or punishments buy shocking him with the alternative. Now as to how he can show her a firm hand and teach her things while fighting off his own feelings / fantasy's for her should be something worth seeing lol.

I was so excited to see the new update today!!! Great job even under stress this shines!

Author's Response: You are completely right about the significance of the table scene. In truth, William is having his own doubts about Buffy's behavior, but because he loves her, he is conflicted. That's why he is so apt to fly off the handle when someone else insults her; hearing it just brings his own fears to the surface. Victorian society was completely patriarchal; women could not even inherit property back then, let alone vote. By law, a wife was the possession of her husband, just as their children were. Anne lives in this society and because her life has been a happy one, she believes in it. William, due to his gentle nature, finds it hard to believe that forcibly dominating a woman will commandeer her love and respect. I think this will lead him to be even more conflicted in future chapters. Thank you so much for your wonderful review. You have so much insight into the characters and the story that your feedback is always a pleasure to read. :)