There is something more to their connection then just meeting in another time I think. The fact that William can sense her in trouble and runs to get to her as fast as he can but does not know why and her Slayer dreams of him really says to me that they have some undeniable epic like romance that even time and space can't deny. I mean the fact that even going back in time the person who finds her is Spike, well William really but even as William he instantly feels something for her and goes out of his way to make her feel more at home in his household and treats her more like a guest then a employee says to me he must on some level know she is meant for more in his life then any other girl they could have hired.
I think Ann seeing how distraught over William's leaving is a good thing, not that getting attacked by Angelus is ever a good thing but from Elizabeth's answers Ann can now see her feeling for her son and might say something to William that can help these two back on speaking terms. I wonder if with the servant's seeing her attacked and the gossip they spread with other staff members if this can save or worsen Elizabeth's reputation. But I think William will be extremely angry when he hears of her being attacked and goes looking for trouble.
So many new questions I look forward to seeing answers to. I love this story and how you tell it and look forward to seeing what you have planned for them.

Author's Response: You are entirely right about the connection between them, Kalahara. I had another reviewer on a different site ask me if William is psychic. To me it is just a matter of him being very perceptive and in tune to Buffy's feelings. I'm glad you feel the same way. As always, thank you for your wonderful review! :)

Loved the Buffy/Angelus/Darla/Drusilla scene. Can't wait to find out what happens with those three later....

Author's Response: I'm glad you liked it. Thank you. :)