i hate angel *sigh* lol..... and i really wanna know what spike's plan is:P... i can't wait til you update again soon:)

Author's Response: hehhehee, but you're supposed to hate him, it's the whole point. I think it's safe to say you'll like SPike's plan - he IS a genius after all, *snickers*. Thanks for the great review my friend - smoochies to you.

As usual you blow me away.........so now WHAT'S THE PLAN??? Knowing and loving your stories I just know it will be juicy........ It's funny what everyone else can see but when it's right in front of you, you can miss it. I am so glad that someone turned the light on in Spike's head, and I so am anxious to see Angel look like the ponce he is. You made my day with your update...........great job and thanks. ( I really needed a pick me up) so thanks again....hugs to you
Debbie

Author's Response: Hahahhaha, the plan is something she won't be able to resist, not for anything. Adn yup, Spike is finally using the bigger of his two brains, giggles. Glad I could give you a pick me up and thank you for such a wonderful review hon - hugs you tight.

Oh, that last sentence was like icing on the yummiest of cakes. Yay. I can't wait to see what Spike has in store for the weekend.

Author's Response: LOL - I like that annalogy - mmmm, SPike cake, cake of SPike, may I have a slice? All I can say is I hope you'll really like what Spike has up his sleeve, *winks*. Thanks for the great review sweets. Huggles.

Oh wow! Love what you did with the um...*turn around* (wink wink). THAT was believable! YAY....and William Xavier??? LOL, I had to think back to my William Xavier for Omni! hehehehe CUTE! And awwww Buffy's being NICE to him, has she finally cracked? What the hell am I saying? This is you and this is Buffy - as in no way on God's green earth! And the star gazing... ultra sigh...that is just freakin AWESOME! Guh... want ....more...Spuffy! Great update love!

Author's Response: Hehehehehhe, WIlliam Xavier, yeah - I actually took part of the REAL actor who played Willy - his name and added in some definite Italian names for good measure. Has Buffy finally cracked... nah, her shell is still intact, but she's softening, *winks*. GLad you enjoyed the star gazing, there is something magical about it when two people do that - hell, I've been in that situation with a boyfriend before on a night where there were meteor showers and it was soooooooooooooo romantic. THanks for the review my sister - luv u boo.

Ah! I missed this update! I will never forgive myself. : But I get the gift of TWO chapters to read in a row. :) Reading on, and as always, an amazing update.

Author's Response: Awwwwww, thank you honey for leaving me a review and I'm glad you do get to read 2 updates - that can be fun sometimes. Hugs you tight.

Willy and Cordy are a hoot! Buffy's super blind, but Spike's learning....

Author's Response: LOL - glad you liked the two brunettes trying to help their bonde friend out, even if it failed. And yes, SPike is FINALLY learning - thinking with the brain on his head rather than below the waist, lol. GLad you liked the update and thanks for the fab review - smoochies.

Love that and how Buffy is getting mad that he is not freaking out. More please soon.

Author's Response: Giggles - she's just used to the attention - even though she won't admit to it, hee hee. Thanks for the review sweets. Kisses.

Ah, Willy checking the "boy" out to see if he really cares for Buffy and almost passes the test...
And I think Spike just realized that the way to Buffy's heart , is through "his brain" .. The girl is obviously a Business Major .. but loves the Science.. and secretly Spike's entire package but still in LA LA Land about it..

Waiting to see what Spike has spent so much money on.. and a date.. LOL Cordelia and Willy..hmm.
Still love the UST from these two.. and can't wait for that chapter even though it will mean an end to the story..

Enjoying.. And I do love Angel in the story.. Still want to know about his family.. and feel he is big half-brother.. from his mother's first marriage.. but wouldn't be the first time I have guessed wrong

Author's Response: Willy may be no Lorne, but he has insight and knows when to nudge for the benefit of the good. I think you'll be very pleased at what Spike's plan is and what he's spending boocoo bucks on. It will be worth it, trust me, *winks*. As for Cordy and Willy - an odd couple yes, but as to where that goes, ony time wil tell, that's al I can say. Glad you like Angel - evil ass that he is, he's just making it easier even though he's evil - for Spike that is. Unknowingly giving Spike insight he may not have had due to the fact he's dating Buffy. The family bit and relationships of the past history will come out, I promise - but it's all in the timing my dear. I'm so thrilled you enjoyed the update hon - thanks a mil for the fab review. snuggles.

Loved every little bit of this nice long chapter! Can hardly wait for the next!

Author's Response: Glad to hear it darling and I do hope you enjoy the next update - it has lots of great things happening in it, *winks* THanks for the review - hugs you tight.

wonderful, jusy hope uffy overhears one of Angel's rants. loved it and looking forward to more

Author's Response: YAY, glad you liked the update sweety. As for ANgelus and Buffy overhearing him - it actually won't be needed - that's all I can say for now. Thanks for the fab review darling - smoochies.

Way to be so subtle with Angelus there Spikey! He's so jealous and he really is just beginning to understand why - buffy is different - buffy isn't one night stand material - buffy can't be hurt by Angelus .... or him! Now there is the big give-a-way!. When he starts thinking of Buffy's happiness above his own and thinking that a small working lunch is cause for excitement...sorry Spikey my boy, but you are hooked and reeling yourself in before Buffy is even giving you the time of day.

I know there's still some fun ups and downs coming our way, but I see Spike maturing at a wonderful rate here. And six years her junior is that much Buffy, grab that boy and train him like you want him now!

Oh darlin, that was a great couple of chaps for my weekend read. I am so looking forward to when Angelus decides to take it to the next step with Buffy, cause you know she's gonna kick his ass and there's nothing I like better than Buffy kicking Angel's ass, well, that's a lie, I like Spuffy Smut better than just about anything!

One thing that cracks me up is Buffy's constant attitude that Spike is trying to "buy" her. In a way, it shows Spike's immaturity that he believes buying Buffy gifts is a way to show he care and he still thinks that even though Buffy has repeatedly told him she can't be bought. And now Angel (unbeknownst to Buffy of course) is kinda doing the same thing with his "cost assement" to get Buffy into his bed. Sure hope she gives Angel the same, I can't be bought speech as she's kicking his ass all over the place when he finally makes his move - cause he strikes me as a crass enought character that he might actually cite his expenses as proof that he deserves a poke or two!

Well, I should get, the hubby and I are celebrating our 27th wedding anniversary (it was Friday, but we are celebrating tonight) and it's time to move the celebration to the next level. Take care my friend and thank you again for the wonderful tales you share. Hugs you tight!

Author's Response: YAY, you're back sweety and I'm so excited to heaer from you again. And gues what? At some point today, I'll beposting again and hope you have the chance to read and enjoy it. Hee hee - oh yes, SPike is in so deep he can't even see it let alone pull himself out of it. True there's a few more ups and downs, but then it wouldn't be a realistic spuffy story if there weren't I suppose. LMFAO - how true to get hold of SPike and train him to be just how she likes. As for Buffy - she's iving in her own little world of denial, sighs, it'll take her a bit to see things right, but she will. Congrats on celebrating your wedding annv, sweety. Next month is Evans and my 10 year annv. But alas I won't see him until June, poo. THanks for leaving a review darling, I missed you and you're sense of humor - it;'s great to see you back... now go make the the 'happies' with your hubby, *grins*. Luv ya babe.

I've been busy with RL and jumped back into the story to read 2 chappies! I absolutely love the frustratingly slow way you're ratcheting up Buffy and Spike's interaction. Throwing 'Angelus' into the mix is definitely making me on-edge...but I have the ut-most confidence that you're only doing this to help with the pay-off.

Spike can't help but be impulsive, young, and used-to getting his own way. Patience is definitely not his virtue and I will endeavor to have that be mine as you continue to let this amazing story unfold.

I can't wait for the chapters leading up to the ball. I know I'm going to either squee or cry.

Author's Response: Trust me sweety - I understand all too well about getting swamped with RL, ughhh. I'm just glad to see you back here, getting caught up and enjoying the read - smooches. I suppose it may seem a bit evil of me to build the tension slowly, but it wouldn't be realistic to me if I didn't - and simply got them together now, lol. So I'm not meaning to torture anyone, that's for sure, and the spuffy luvin - when it's time - will be made all the sweeter, *winks*. Yup - we have an evil Angelus on the loose here and as a result, SPike is becoming more 'aware' of certain emotions. LOL - no, patience isn't a virtue he has, at least not yet, so it makes me glad to see you have patience for him, and of course me with the development of the story - thank you SOOOOOOOOOOo much for the awesome review sweets - hugs you tight.

Angel is such an arrogant jerk! I'm so looking forward to the day Buffy sees him for what he is. *crosses fingers and hope he slips up* Loved Spike's little Freudian slip... lol! Great update!

Author's Response: Yup - he's a right Irish ass - bastard, but I do like writing him like that, hee hee. Glad you like Spike's little slip up - there'll be more in the future from both of them, *winks*. Thanks so much for the fab review darling - hugs you tight.