"Don't ask, don't tell" Yep, that perfectly sums up where Spike and Buffy seemed to be coming from before. As they have both now learned to their detriment, it's a policy that rarely works in reality. ;-)

I really enjoyed the Wes/Buffy interaction - he didn't really do anything to make her feel better, but it seems like the two of them talking has "grounded" her, for lack of a better word. Wonder if it's the Potential in her, responding to a Watcher.

So glad to finally find out what's going on with the Slayer/Non-Slayer aspect of Buffy. Makes perfect sense, and is certainly a great reason for Spike to stick around.I've always been kind of interested in the idea of what makes a particular Potential become the next Slayer, so it's a great story element.

Thanks so much for the speedy update. Looking forward to more!

Author's Response: Yeah, neither Spike nor Buffy had brought up the subject of what vampires eat (or rather, how vampires eat), they were both sort of playing at where they wanted to be as they went along. Well, Wes isn't really 'cry on my shoulder' kind of guy where vampires are concerned. And I'm not sure Buffy really wanted someone to make her feel better, more like she wanted someone to tell her what she already knew her conscience was telling her to do. And Spike will definitely be sticking around, though maybe not in the way you'd expect. :) Thanks for reading!

Nice twist..

Slayer blood... elixir to vampires and such.. So Buffy is a "Potential" and doesn't know it. And if she has been practicing in Daddy's gym she should get a rush of strength one day that might be a huge surprise. At least she knows a little about them.

Too bad about Spike's eating habits..and her knowing about the Gem. He might be her first.

Enjoying..



Author's Response: Ah! You pretty much hit the nail on the head about Buffy and the weights. That, plus another thing, will clue her in. And her relationship with Spike will definitely get more complicated. Thanks for reading!

Uh-huh... Spike is no pet vampire, that's for sure. Buffy saw more of him than she wanted too. I wonder what they'll make of it now. Spike has to changes his rules if he wants to have Buffy in his life. It doesn't look to me as if he'll get both. ~ Looking forward to what will happen now.

Author's Response: Yeah, Spike's still got his fangs. No domestication here! Yet. Thanks for reading!

Loved that playful bit at the end and the backstory on them both. Nicely done!

Author's Response: Glad you enjoyed!

Ooooh, wonderful action-filled chapter. Off to read more. :D It does pay to get behind at times, it seems. No wait in between chapters. *giggles*

Author's Response: Yay for no waiting! Glad you're enjoying! (When I first discovered Spuffy fics, I devoured whole stories in one sitting. :)

Delicious chapter, mmmm, that kiss, that moment! Well done!

Author's Response: Thanks so much! Seemed like going from a little blood to a little kiss was the way to go. :)

I fell a bit behind, sorry, life's been hectic. Loved the explanations, and can't wait to read Buffy's reaction to Spike after discovering all these things. Off to read more.

Author's Response: Glad you liked it! When I first posted that chapter, I was a little nervous about Wesley's talk with Buffy.

I was wondering when it was going to hit Buffy that Spike is indeed a vampire. He's not like an Angel type, he is a bloodsucking fiend, and I liked this chapter. It was nice and sweet. That is until the end.

The question is, will Spike change his eating habits for her? I kind of hope not, but thats just my personal opinion.

Author's Response: Nice and sweet until the end, LOL. Yeah, Buffy has sort of been playing denial when it comes to the vampire part of the vampire thing. Spike might change for Buffy, but it is a loooooong way away, with many things in between. Thanks for writing!

"On the other hand, he always made his own rules. Right then.

1. Buffy’s special.
2. Don’t kill Buffy.
3. Try not to bite Buffy.
4. Not even a little bit."

ROTFLMAO! :-D

Seems like Buffy's really not wanted to even think about the bad side of Spike being a vampire. I think it's a lot more effective for her to actually see it than to have it come up in conversation, so I'm glad you took that route. Spike hasn't hidden anything about being a vamp, but he has occasionally soft-pedaled things a bit (like not telling Buffy he brutally murdered the guy having her kidnapped). I think it's really important for her to realize exactly what she's dealing with before making any decisions.

Great job, and looking forward to more!

Author's Response: Hehe, the list seemed a good way to sum up Spike's thoughts about Buffy. Yeah, Buffy has been not questioning anything too much about being a vampire, even with what she's already heard. She'd rather not bring it up than realize something bad. But we knew the "issue" had to come up sometime. Glad you liked the way I pulled it off!

Oh no I guess it is time for Buffy and Spike to talk about things again.

Author's Response: They should talk, but they might not be getting an immediate chance to. Don't worry, though! Thanks for reviewing!

I knew it was too good to last :( I hope she won't stay this freaked out! Still curious about the slayer!



Author's Response: Well, she just saw him eat someone, so she needs a little freakage. But yeah, things will change. Thanks for reading!

I was happy to see a new chapter up, thanks. Wow Spike got caught hunting? Can't wait for more!!

Author's Response: Glad you're liking it! Yeah, Spike's a bad boy....