Even when Angel's intension were good - what he did was bad. It lead to pain - for Buffy and for Spike. And Joni. Oh my - David is dead. DId Angel do it? Looking forward to find out.

Author's Response: Iron fist control is *never* a good idea. (Just for my own sanity, I'm going to give a big hint here.) Remember the sand to glass analogy a few chapters ago? Well, does anyone remember that David and Talitha's last name happens to be "Sands?" Maybe that will help you see where I'm going? Keep reading;-)

I liked Spike's conversation with Angel. I liked how this chapter explored the contrasts between Spike and Angel and gave us insight into what's going on in Angel's head. I'm confused though was Angel a regular part of Joni's life when she was growing up? What made him tell the truth about his actions in all this...was it Spike's death? Was Joni referring to Spike or David when she threatend Angel? Sorry to be such a bother with all the questions. Great chapter!

Author's Response: No bother, M.G! Let's see, flame and vampires don't mix, so I think Joni was referring to Spike, (David is dead, and Joni still needs to be born.) Remember a few chapters ago, when Holland said that things were constantly in flux, changing? Well, Spike is making choices that have an impact on the future and that's why things are changing. But remember, Angel from 2030 has no knowledge of those changes, and niether does 2005 Spike. He just *thinks* he's going with his instincts. The people in the "Interregnum" can see both timelines, though. Remember that, it *might* be important.