Oops.. Buffy isn't pleased about their game any longer. And there it is, the big question for Buffy. Uh, the angst now. ~ Mmmh and Oliver has enough of all the faceless women now. Seems he saw now that they aren't everything. ~ *Phew* Buffy wants to try to be with Spike. I'm relieved to hear that.

Oh, you are good at this!

Lovely exposition adding to the considerable tension. I love the way you kept us on tenterhooks right up to the last lines.

Good to read a bit more of Oliver's perspective and now I'm looking forward to discovering exactly what is holding Buffy back emotionally.

Brilliant update. Thank you!

Excellent chap. I understand that Buffy is afraid on many levels. She's been hurt before, she's not sure about the fans, she's afraid he still cares too much for Dru... all this has got to make her feel that jumping into a physical relationship right now isn't the best thing, but don't you just want to smack her a few times and yell "GET OVER IT!" Well, great chaps bits of angst and all. At least she's admitted she wants to try. Thats a great step in the right direction.

At least she strong! If a nak'd Spike were in front of me, shying away from the physical would be the last thing on my mind! More pelase. I love it!

Great chapter! And typical Buffy trying to put the blame on everyone else. Bitch. Please update soon!

Angst is good for the soul...sometimes. Buffy just needs a swift kick, and she'll be just peachy! ;)

well well well wonders never cease. I just knew that Spike has pushed her too far. I am really looking forward to getting to know more of Buffy's story. I really hope she doesn't pull back like that anytime soon. I know for sure that she will do it again. And what is up with Oliver? You have peaked my interest in him as well. Great chapter.

Well of course she would be afraid, right? He just got through a mind-screw relationship with Drusilla. I like that she's unsure, it totally rings true. Of course, she doesn't stand a chance against Spike charms, does she? :)

Love it, Buffys been hurt and I have a feeling Spike it right it is more than relationships. I will she ever talk to Spike maybe he could help her solve whatever is bothering her.

Well, she just declared she would try, so that's a step in the right direction. Now, she just needs to tell him about that jerk from her past...and stop lumping guys together as all the same. Excuses and assumptions just make her an ass.

And it seems as if Ollie's quarter-life crisis is coming to an end...he finally gets that he doesn't have to be into booze and drugs to be a musician

loved it lots. knew something like this was bound to happen. yep buffy's doesn't know what the hell she wants but at least she's willing to try and not run away like some scared little girl. she's trying. loved it lots and congrats on the noms. happy new year.

Although I don't know *why* she is so confused about what she wants, I do see that she is. I mean...who wouldn't want their own Spike? ; ) Loved the last couple of chapters though. More please.

I'm not a fan of angst, but I loved this chapter. Sometimes the drama is needed, it makes the Spuffy even sweeter. I can understand why Buffy is so scared, but I'm glad that she decided to give Spike a chance. I have hope that he wouldn't hurt her. This story gives me a happy everytime I see an update. Can't wait for more=)