

Date: 09/11/2008 - 07:53 pm Title: Chapter Thirteen
Loved it I can't wait to see where this goes.
Author's Response: Thanks! I'm pretty excited about how this story is moving along. Leaving the guest house was a real turning point for our pair. Thanks for the review! :)

Date: 09/11/2008 - 04:41 pm Title: Chapter Thirteen
I'm loving it! :o)
Author's Response: Yay! I'm so glad you're enjoying my twists and turns! Thanks for the review! :)

Date: 09/11/2008 - 02:12 pm Title: Chapter Thirteen
Great update! I was starting to feel down because she was going to let Riley and her father roll right over but you gave us such a wonderful surprise. Yay Buffy!
Author's Response: Thanks! Yeah, I liked the way it read like everything was going downhill, and then there's the turnaround at the end. Glad you liked it too! Thanks for the review! :)

Date: 09/11/2008 - 02:04 pm Title: Chapter Thirteen
Sigh of relief... glad Buffy is getting out of Dodge.. although I assume Daddy will cut her off .. no credit cards etc. after he finds out.
Enjoying.
Author's Response: Yeah, she definitely won't be getting any money from Daddy. She has some of her own money, but that will only go so far. More on that in the next chapter. Looks like things aren't going to be easy but good that she's away from that house. Thanks for the review! :)

Date: 09/09/2008 - 12:04 am Title: Chapter Twelve
Oh, evil cliffie! Good luck with the job change and the writing. I'm following all fics, so please keep writing when you can. I love your work. Thanks for the update.
Author's Response: Thank you! I'm dreading the job change, but I'm sure I'll get used to it. I just hate to leave a job I love, but I really have no choice in the matter. Very curious to see how much time I'll have that I can devote to writing. I'm glad you enjoy my stories, because I enjoy writing them! It keeps me sane! Thanks for the review! :)

Date: 09/08/2008 - 04:03 pm Title: Chapter Twelve
Uh-oh! This can't be good. Really loved the ass-kicking of Riley though. *huge grin* Can't wait for the next chapter! :)
Author's Response: Yeah, I enjoyed writing that bit of business with Riley waaay too much. He had it coming! Now the really rough stuff is coming up---Daddy! Thanks for the review! :)

Date: 09/08/2008 - 02:54 pm Title: Chapter Twelve
Forgot to say thank you for your nice words about my friend. He really is sweet guy who had this terrible addiction. I am glad that he is doing great now. I just hope he never falls back on the drugs. He has come too far to go back.
He said he was what you called a multi drug abuser or something like that. He did everything but his main drug was Meth. That Meth is what he always wanted. So, he has come too far to go back now.
Author's Response: Wow, I am doubly impressed now that you tell me he was using meth. That's some rough stuff to get away from. I truly hope he continues to do well. Drug addiction has such a potential to ruin one's life. It really makes me smile to hear stories like that of your friend. I'll send positive thoughts his way!

Date: 09/08/2008 - 02:45 pm Title: Chapter Twelve
You wrote: Though, I believe that people and events can be catalysts for change.
I believe that too. I mean on the show Buffy is the reason why Spike wanted to be a better person. I agree with that. I don't know anybody who can disagree with that. But at the end of the day it was Spike who made himself a better person. When I read stuff like "Buffy made Spike a hero" I want to scream and say no she didn't. Spike made himself a hero. Saying stuff like that puts all the credit on Buffy. When really the credit should go to Spike. Buffy made be the reason why he wants to be better. But she isn't the one who changed him into what he is now. He did that. Do you understand what I'm saying? I don't know if I am explaining myself right.
So yes, a lot of people who do drugs change for a reason. Maybe, when they really hit rock bottom. Like in this story. what happened with Xander. Now, some people might have said enough of this and I need help. But others might feel so guilty and continue doing drugs because of that guilt. And that is the way Spike went. So, whether you have a reason to change or not. In the end it is going to be on you. You are the only one with the power to change. So, say Spike did stopped after Xander's death. Xander's death was the reason but Spike was the one who did everything he could to change. Not Xander but Spike.
Sorry, about me going on and on. It is just something that I am passionate about.
Look forward to next update.
Author's Response: I am totally with you on this. I think you explained yourself perfectly. Really, I don't have anything to add, cause I think you're right on. I'm glad you're enjoying the story. I'm still not 100% sure how I'm going to finish it out, but we're still a ways from the end anyway. Whichever way I go with it, I hope you continue to enjoy it. I really like working on this story. Thanks for your insight! :)

Date: 09/08/2008 - 05:35 am Title: Chapter Twelve
oooo i wonder what buffy's father is going to do... i hope their more riley bashing:):)....
can't wait for the next update:):)
Author's Response: Glad you're enjoying it! It was fun smacking Riley around a bit. There are some changes on the horizon! Thanks for the review! :)

Date: 09/07/2008 - 08:35 pm Title: Chapter Twelve
OH COME ON!!!!!!!!!!!!! you cant leave me hanging like this!!!! i need more!!!!!!!
Author's Response: I know! I'm not being very nice. I just couldn't resist an evil cliffhanger. I think Daddy is gonna shake things up a bit. Can't wait until I have a chance to work on the next chapter. Thanks for the review! :)

Date: 09/07/2008 - 07:29 pm Title: Chapter Twelve
Oh dear! Two chapter ending with a surprise guest! I can't wait to see what the outcome of this one is. Riley's such an ass, and Spike's so sweet underneath that troubled exterior. More, please!
Author's Response: Can't wait until I have a chance to write the next chapter. Some interesting changes should be happening as a result of it. Glad you're enjoying this fic! Thanks for reviewing! :)

Date: 09/07/2008 - 05:27 pm Title: Chapter Twelve
Wonder if Riley called her Dad?? Can't wait to read more!
Author's Response: Glad you're enjoying it! I love writing this fic. Thanks for the review! :)

Date: 09/07/2008 - 03:54 pm Title: Chapter Twelve
Oh no! Will this be the end of fun for Buffy and Spike? :D Still loving the story.
Author's Response: Somehow, I don't think Spike is going to be staying in the guest house for much longer...but I'm pleased with the direction the next chapter is going to send the story in. Things are gonna get interesting. Glad you're still enjoying the story! Thanks for the review! :)

Date: 09/07/2008 - 03:38 pm Title: Chapter Twelve
Glad Riley got what he deserved - can't wait to see what daddy has to say! Hoping you'll have more soon!
Author's Response: It's just nonstop confrontations in this fic lately. Things should get interesting with Daddy on the scene. Thanks for the review! :)

Date: 09/07/2008 - 03:32 pm Title: Chapter Twelve
Aww poor lil Riley got beat up and went crying to Hank , boo hoo. I loved it , should have had her kick him in the nuts , not the ribs. Can't wait for the next confrontation, hope Buffy stands up to Hank to. but where's Spike gonna go now? update soon, i'm on pins and needles.
Author's Response: A shot to the nuts would have been great! Things should get moving next chapter. Looks like Spike's time in the guest house has just become even more limited. I better work on my other fics some more, so I'll get back to this one faster! Thanks for the review! :)

Date: 09/07/2008 - 02:46 pm Title: Chapter Twelve
Another evil cliffhanger, lol. Thanks so much for the update, I very much enjoyed this chapter :D . Although I don't think Daddy will leave just as quickly as Riley, lol. Can't wait for the next update.
Author's Response: Yeah, somehow I don't think punching Daddy in the face would fly with Buffy. Did seem to get rid of Riley pretty effectively, though. This confrontation with Mr. Summers might not go as well. Who knows? ;) Thanks for the review! :)

Date: 09/07/2008 - 02:17 pm Title: Chapter Twelve
You must like confrontations as much as I do and I cannot wait to read more. Loved how the fight with Riley went down.
Author's Response: Yep! Back to back confrontations! Spike and Buffy are having a busy night. Since she left Riley at the restaurant, they've fought, flushed the coke, discussed a tragedy, and dealt with Riley together. And now this! Glad you're enjoying it! Thanks for the review! :)

Date: 09/07/2008 - 01:43 pm Title: Chapter Twelve
Whimpy Riley must have ratted Buffy out..
Daddy... oh, no.. But I am sure he will be much happier when Buffy explains.. hopefully.. LOL
Enjoying
Author's Response: Glad you're still enjoying the story! Hopefully, Buffy's philandering father will be understanding. He's not known for being the nicest man, though. Thanks for the review! :)

Date: 09/07/2008 - 01:36 pm Title: Chapter Twelve
Oh :) That did indeed not go without some violence. But pissed off Buffy turned Spike on :) And maybe he (Riley) will listen to Buffy in the future (well one can hope). Maybe he understood now that they are over.
Uh-huh... Daddy? Has Riley run back to Daddy and told him about Spike? Bad cliffhanger :)
But good update.
Author's Response: Evil cliffhanger! Couldn't resist. Glad you enjoyed the update! Thanks for the review! :)

Date: 09/05/2008 - 01:22 pm Title: Chapter Eleven
Why did Riley have to show up?! Oh well... Poor Spike. Can't wait for the next chapter! Waiting eagerly for Spuffy goodness... :)
Author's Response: I am in desperate need of some Spuffy myself. Can't wait until I get those crazy kids together again! Riley has got to go...for good this time! Thanks for the review! :)

Date: 09/04/2008 - 05:21 pm Title: Chapter Eleven
Can't imagine why Riley's all pissed about! Can't wait to read more!
Author's Response: Riley hasn't had the best night, and somehow I don't think it's going to get any better. Just can't bring myself to feel bad for the guy, though. There should be a fun confrontation coming up at the guest house! Thanks for reviewing! :)

Date: 09/04/2008 - 01:37 am Title: Chapter Eleven
Poor Xander.. and I would probably be ticked with the situation and Xander's death..
And surely that is Spike ready to save the damsel in distress..
Enjoyed..
Author's Response: Glad you enjoyed it! That was an emotional chapter. Next chapter will most likely be action! Hope you like what I come up with! Thanks for reviewing! :)

Date: 09/03/2008 - 11:43 pm Title: Chapter Eleven
Wow. The emotion you described for Spike in this scene, especially where you think the story is not going to be as tragic as Xander dying, but then it is, was really good. I'm interested to see what happens next. I kind of hope a fist fight honestly ;).
Author's Response: I'm glad you liked it! It was odd writing a chapter that was so much emotion and so little action. I hope it was effective! And there's a good chance you'll get your wish for next chapter. So, it looks like we have some action ahead! Thanks for the review! :)

Date: 09/03/2008 - 10:42 pm Title: Chapter Eleven
So that's what happened , eww ,that story gave me the chills, no wonder Willow won't speak to him,can't say I would either. Why is Buffy so worried , that there will be a fight or Riley will think she's a slut or something , who cares what he think's .
can;t wait for next update, love this fic.
Author's Response: I think she's mostly concerned that there will be some sort of altercation given her knowledge of Riley's pleasant personality. That story was kinda ick for me to write (not that I'm not prone to writing ick stuff anyway, apparently), but I'd been pretty well determined that would be the back story since the beginning. I hope it makes it pretty believable that someone as nice as Willow would cut off communication with Spike. So glad you're diggin' this fic! Thanks for the review! :)

Date: 09/03/2008 - 09:57 pm Title: Chapter Eleven
Good chapter. I guess now Spike and Riley will fight.
Although, I really hope not I hope that Buffy kicks him to the curb without any interference from Spike.
Author's Response: Buffy's not just gonna sit there and look pretty, but I'm afraid there is a good chance Riley won't go without some sort of fight. Thanks for the review! :)