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Reviewer: Ula Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 05/16/2008 - 08:17 am Title: Chapter Sixty

LOVED IT!

Reviewer: Kim Z Spikes Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 05/16/2008 - 08:10 am Title: Chapter Sixty

I love your your stories

Reviewer: Blue Bell Knoll Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 05/16/2008 - 08:00 am Title: Chapter Sixty

How I got behind on this and missed the last page posting I do not know but it was a real zinger to get caught up this morning and lost myself in FttP again

Spikes desperation is so clear and her caring for him is so tender I dont want the truth to come out just to spare them both from the pain

Fan-flippin-tas-tic and again and again I fall more in love with this Buffy universe

Reviewer: ZzzHollowSleepszzZ Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 05/16/2008 - 07:55 am Title: Chapter Sixty

My heart breaks for both of them you can see Buffy reaching out to him and you can see his fears and pains.
Wonderful and breath taking your story is.

Reviewer: Sotia Signed Liked [Report This]
Date: 05/16/2008 - 02:03 am Title: Chapter Sixty

I'm not supposed to be crying at work, k? It's not normal!!! Poor Spike, ready to even lose her just to take care of her...

Am I a bad person for being glad about the claiming even though consent wasn't actually given at the time? This should be the only thing to bring Buffy back to him should she find out (rather, when she does!!!)

Can't wait for more, I'm so worried I can't stand still now and I have to do something about those puffy eyes!!!

Reviewer: Veronica Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 05/16/2008 - 01:06 am Title: Chapter Sixty

ahhh Spike is asking for it! I want to smack him haha. I'm just loving this story! More please! =)

Reviewer: kw Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 05/16/2008 - 12:26 am Title: Chapter Sixty

great chapter, looks like the other shoe will drop

Reviewer: Devin Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 05/16/2008 - 12:22 am Title: Chapter Sixty

Oh no oh no. It seemed almost like there was getting to be a bit more equality, but now it's going in the complete opposite direction. Why can't everything just be good????? And why the hell does Giles have to ruin the happiness that Buffy has? He's driving me insane in the fic. But it's all very fabulous! And I BELIEVE Riley should be showing up some time... :) Can't wait for more! But have to say-- I'm also dreading it. :(

Reviewer: ace Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 05/15/2008 - 11:36 pm Title: Chapter Sixty

My heart is breaking for Spike...

You are made of awesome. You seem to know when to post; when I am in the most need for an update--a fix. Thank you for that.

One of the BEST Buffyverse stories ever written. You should be proud.

Reviewer: Trisha B. Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 05/15/2008 - 10:59 pm Title: Chapter Sixty

i feel so bad for spike because when buffy finds out, she's going to look like a fool and i see her being much more hurt than mad. her feelings are going to be hurt and he'll have no one to blame but himself because dawn told him to stop

Reviewer: serenity Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 05/15/2008 - 10:55 pm Title: Chapter Sixty

Oh dear heavens. I have rarely liked Giles, especially in the show and now...well, I really despise him to say the least. He's going to ruin everything, isn't he? Stupid, prejudiced, hateful Watcher...he should mind his own bloody business! And the way he was bullying Dawn, Buffy wouldn't like that at all...no matter what his reasons were. He should receive a swift kick to the man berries if you ask me. Maybe with a pair of steel toed combat boots, just for good measure.

I have been on pins and needles waiting for this update. I honestly am totally in love with it! Needless to say, you didn't disappoint me at all. Well, except for the meaness that is sure to come to poor, tenderhearted, really meant well, Spike. Buffy's head is literally going to explode when she finds out what he's doing. And it's just sad, because she is finally being honest with her self and her feelings for Spike. **Le Sigh**

I guess I will continue to hold onto my hope that all will be well in the end. Fingers are crossed and so are my toes, just to be on the safe side. Great chapter, by the way, full of emotion and heartache. Loved it. Angst-whore is thy name. ~Serenity (Tori)

Reviewer: Valery Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 05/15/2008 - 10:45 pm Title: Chapter Sixty

Think about it, Spike is doing that could kill thousand of people, shame on Dawn to know this and still protecting this. Buffy is going to feel betrayed. I loved the story and I know that the nexts chapters are going to be very hard. Something bad is going to happen and people will fall. I feel sorry for Spike, he loves too much but you know the say: "too mucho love will kill you in the end"

Reviewer: sarah g Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 05/15/2008 - 10:35 pm Title: Chapter Sixty

AWWWW THATS SOOOOO SAD!! HES THE SWEETEST GUY TO RISK HER BREAKING UP WITH HIM TO TAKE CARE OF HER!! i CANT believe that he claimed her and i wonder if buffy knows the full truth of the claim. also i cant believe she took it so well and i cant wait until they talk about it. im so pissed at giles, why cant he just leave them alone? i hope that wen buffy finds out about spike she isnt too pissed and doesnt break up with him. also i really hope that everything works out well and that they end up together and happy. PLEASE update as soon as u can, im DYNG to read more. THANX

Reviewer: Brunettepet Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 05/01/2008 - 01:56 pm Title: Chapter Fifty-Nine

This chapter had me tied up in knots, though I laughed at Anya telling Willow to just move out. Willow defending her right to stay at Revello because of all the rent she pays, and then catching herself. Well, there's that twenty bucks she probably hasn't noticed is missing.

Spike's edginess and agitation are wearing, but only on him, it seems. Buffy's trust is misplaced, and when she discovers the source of her money, she's going to be devastated. I don't know what Dawn can do to keep either or both of them from being hurt in this, but she is "smart as hell," so I hold out hope that she comes up with some plan before Riley makes the scene.

Spike's lack of a conscience is becoming glaringly apparent, and Giles' interest in Buffy's windfall also bodes ill. There's trouble around the corner, and I just want to cover my eyes.

Thanks for another emotional, entertaining chapter.




Author's Response: Poor Spike is doing the best he can given the circumstances, but you're right. He doesn't have a conscience and it's becoming more apparent. To him, doing the right thing is doing anything to help the people he loves. And "anything" includes things that are morally ambiguous -- or even downright immoral. To him, the ends justify the means, and that is the mindset that is heading him toward freefall. Thanks so much for the review. :)

Reviewer: A Lady Never Tells Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 04/28/2008 - 01:30 pm Title: Chapter Fifty-Nine

You know I love how you added the eggs to this. And deep down I kinda suspected but then I also thought it might be this ridiculously mundane job that he would be embarassed to have. But more so than in the actual episode featuring the eggs, you use it to draw in a fuller characterization of spike that is so much truer to the Spike we know than the one they formed in season six... cuz I mean honestly. But great writing! ...long but all good things take a while right? This is a perfect analysis of spike, the good intentions mixed with single-minded obsession and the apathy towards anyone he doesn't know and personally care about. It's like a child, selfish willful, but good intentioned in their black and white view of the world. It is so....utterly.. SPIKE!

Author's Response: I'm glad you liked the addition of the eggs. I've gotten some negative feedback about that because a lot of readers are afraid I'm going to rehash "As You Were," which isn't remotely the case. Thanks so much for the review. :-D

Reviewer: nora Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 04/27/2008 - 05:34 pm Title: Chapter Fifty-Nine

Ok I've spent the last three days reading this in every free minute I could manage. I love it!! I loved the early interaction between William and Buffy and really enjoyed Part II, it definetly helped me understand your Spike better. Part III is great so far, but I can't help but be worried about what going to happen with those eggs! I hope there's another chapter soon, cos I'll be checking.

Author's Response: I'm so happy you enjoyed Part II. I got some very mixed reviews (and a mass exodus of readers) during those chapters. Thanks so much for taking the time to review and let me know! :)

Reviewer: sue Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 04/27/2008 - 11:14 am Title: Chapter Fifty-Nine

Spike is so edgy and quietly frantic - you've really portrayed that so well in his POV narrative - that this whole chapter has a sense of forboding. Frankly, I can't understand Buffy missing all the clues; I know she was never intuitive with a capital I but nevertheless, she is seemingly distracted by this new togetherness which, in a weird way, keeps her at a safe distance from her disapproving pals and Watcher. For me, in his unswerving efforts to please her, Spike is acting too much like William, only William with a psychotic edge. His constant worry and inner assessments are in fact quite draining, especially when Buffy's discovering the truth - AND SHE WILL - is going to be ......... awful. I want them together, him there, Dawn onside, the Dynamic Duo that is Buffy and Spike ..... but not like this. It feels brittle at the moment. Can't help it, but I'm waiting for the SNAP!

Really effective in-depth chapter. Thanks!

Author's Response: Edgy and frantic sums it up well. Poor Spike. You're completely right when you say he is acting like William with a psychotic edge, and I think Buffy's behavior toward him is only exacerbating the problem. The more obsessive he behaves toward her, the more positive feedback she gives him. I don't think it is at all intentional on her part, but it certainly isn't helping matters any. There is also a reason she is not noticing the signs that something is wrong with him ... but that's all I can say about that. Thanks so much for the review. :)

Reviewer: dorians kitten Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 04/26/2008 - 03:25 pm Title: Chapter Fifty-Nine

Oh but Spike kills me-what a beautiful mix of good and bad. He is almost like a child-completely lacking in moral judgment and thus able to do so much bad even while intending to do good. I could cry.

As always, thanks for the wonderful update.

Author's Response: I love your comparison between Spike and a child ... that is just how I see him too. Thank you for the review!

Reviewer: Deb Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 04/26/2008 - 05:03 am Title: Chapter Fifty-Nine

Yes, Spike is a loaded gun with only Buffy for his moral guidance. It's so bittersweet to see his devotion and know that he's trying to help her, but that the effort damns him also. Phenomenal writing even in the midst of this prospective heartbreak.

Author's Response: Thank you so much! :-)

Reviewer: smlcspike Signed Liked [Report This]
Date: 04/25/2008 - 07:24 pm Title: Chapter Fifty-Nine

OH I wonder what Buffy will say and if she does find out what she will do.



Author's Response: Only time will tell ... Thanks for the review!

Reviewer: pixiecorn Signed Liked [Report This]
Date: 04/24/2008 - 10:05 pm Title: Chapter Fifty-Nine

oo i wonder what will happen if Buffy ever finds out... loved the update:)

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

Reviewer: ochitduzon Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 04/24/2008 - 09:41 pm Title: Chapter Fifty-Nine

OMG! I believe Spike is headed to another major heartache! Please dont make this just like what happened to BTVS the series where Buffy broke up with Spike after learning about his involvement with the eggs! Spike will be devastated! Oh no not again!

Author's Response: Well, I can't tell you where the plot is going - it might be bad or good - but I promise it won't be a rehash of "As You Were." I really dislike that episode. Thanks so much for the review! :)

Reviewer: Bridget Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 04/24/2008 - 08:14 pm Title: Chapter Fifty-Nine

It is really interesting how you write Spike. You have to love him because he feels things so intensely but I also feel like hitting him because he is so stupid. Sometimes the ends don't justify the means. I just hope it doesn't turn out as badly for Spike as it did on the show. Buffy can be so self righteous. I just hope she remembers tht Spike is still learning. I just know the Riley is the evildoer behind this stupid scheme.

Author's Response: I can understand why you feel that his actions are stupid, but I sincerely hope you don't think he is lacking in intelligence. Right now he's just desperate to the point of being unthinking. Because he doesn't have a conscience, it makes it harder for him to distinguish wrong from right. He knows it is wrong because Buffy wouldn't approve, but he also believes it's right because he is helping the people he loves. I agree that the ends definitely don't justify the means, but to poor Spike ... they do. Thanks so much for the review. :)

Reviewer: Brunettepet Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 04/24/2008 - 05:58 pm Title: Chapter Fifty-Eight

I love that Spike did all his bank business covered in blood. It puts the teller's uneasiness in a whole different light.

Spike's angry rant about Buffy's duplicity in London was heart felt and needed to be aired, but he would have thought her mad if she'd told her true origins. Also, how would his waiting, not wreaking havoc, have changed the present? There are an infinite amount of variables that would have been altered.

Buffy being solicitous and tending to Spike's wounds was lovely and intimate, and I grinned at Dawn coming in on such a cozy scene. The coiled tension of that envelope exploded as soon as Buffy left the room. Dawn and Spike are wonderful together, and your dialogue is always spot on.

This made me laugh: “Aww, honey…you stole for me?”

“Let’s just say I grabbed a little rent money,” she answered.

“Twenty dollars for eight months? You must be running a sodding ghetto.” Spike feeling all proud that now Buffy's stealing is hilarious, and the scene shows exactly how dire her financial situation is.

This was another entertaining chapter.

Author's Response: It was nice to be able to take a break from the angst and just have a tender, quiet moment between the two of them. I'm glad you enjoyed it - especially the lines you referenced. Those were some of my favorites. :)

Reviewer: cordykitten Signed Liked [Report This]
Date: 04/24/2008 - 03:53 pm Title: Chapter Fifty-Nine

*nods* at last Willow said it out loud, not paying rent... so maybe they'll move out soon.
Even for a vamp and a slayer it's not easy getting used to living together. They struggle like any other paring may do.
*sigh* So money comes in but Spike is changing. I'm glad that Buffy at last noticed that he lost weight. But Spike gets himself deeper and deeper in, he'll be in big trouble if Buffy finds out. I fear Dawn is right guessing what may happen when she finds out.

Author's Response: I'm woefully late, but I just wanted to say thank you for leaving a review. :)

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