Spike's stupid sense of humor came back to bite him in the ass so quickly it made my head spin. Buffy's right to feel conflicted, but it's not just about being the slayer. If she's realized Spike was killing people there wouldn't have been a first time. He'd been brown bagging it at her house, why wouldn't she think that was the way he lived. Always.

The argument is going to be a bone of contention unless Spike gives up murder. Full stop. Now that their separation has caused Buffy to come to harm, I have no doubt Spike will rethink their situation.

The fight was vividly choreographed and very entertaining, and having Dru come in at the last second made Angelus beating Buffy believable. Off to see if Spike has to come to the rescue or if Buffy gets out of this herself.

Author's Response: Yep, Spike got himself in trouble by 'joking' around with Willow. Buffy is torn, between what she wants so badly, and what she knows to be the truth of her and Spike's situation. (And while she did know in the beginning in LA that Spike was being brought blood, she also realized that there was something else that she was afraid to ask. She just chose not to think about it.) Yes, Buffy getting hurt might cause Spike to rethink a few things, especially what she means to him and what he'd do for her. Glad you liked it and thanks for reviewing!

:O *gasp* your so evil for leaving it there


i hope you update again soon:)

Author's Response: Update coming today! Thanks for reviewing!

Author's Response: :

Damn it! My comment didn't seem to post and of course I have a short memory. Basically, I hate cliff hangers not matter how good a cliff hanger this is. I feel for Buffy, she's actually pretty understanding especially considering he's a killer. And I can understand Spike's confusion but he's trying to have it both ways and now it's time for him to choose. I was actually hoping that Buffy can overcome Angelus, as much as I love Spike being the hero, I would like to see her be the hero for once overcome Angelus, show her strength and her improved fighting skills. I don't want her to become the victim.

Author's Response: Sorry about the cliffhanger, but it was just begging to be ended there. Not every chapter wants to end with a nice resolution. :) I don't want Buffy to become the victim, either, but now isn't the time for her to defeat Angelus. And I thought she was doing a pretty good job fighting him until Dru jumped in on her. Buffy will have her hero moment, don't worry. Thanks for reviewing!

Well I really wanted to comment on the begin of the chapter, enjoyed it a lot even with the roller coaster of feelings but then I came to the end. *grumble* Cliffhanger. So there is no other post the next day huh?
I really hope it was Spike crying out in the distance and coming to Buffy's help. And that he'll kick Angelus ass for touching what is his.
Otherwise (=cliffhanger) - good update.

Author's Response: Yeah, I know the cliffhanger was evil. Glad you enjoyed the talk in the first part of the chapter, most people have just commented on the ending. :) Spike will be doing something to get back at Angelus... Update coming soon!

EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP!!! omg - such a totally evil cliffy, giggles, I luv it. Wonder who screamed in the distance - but I'm sure you'll let us know. And wow, that argument B/S had... very intense and very justified too. I don't beklieve for one minute that Spike isn't emotionally unafected as he seems to be, bar some statements to support it. Dear lord in heaven, please update as soon as you can hon. Brvao on a fab chapter - hugs.

Author's Response: I know, I'm evil. It's what everyone's been telling me. :) As for the mystery screamer, yes, they will be revealed. Buffy and Spike did have quite a good argument, didn't they? Spike is still having a hard time seeing things from Buffy's POV, and she can't see things from his. Update coming soon, thanks for reviewing!

*gasp* Oh no! Hope Spike will be back in time to help her! Please post more of this story asap! :)

Author's Response: Hehe, you'll have to wait and see! Update coming soon!

Foolish Buffy..

Ah, the relationship are you going to kill anymore talk. And the cry was surely Spike.. and Buffy... do something to save yourself.

Waiting to see how you get our heroine out of this mess.. At least she didn't look in Dru's eyes..

Enjoying..

Author's Response: Hmm, I thought Buffy fought Angelus pretty well... And yes, Buffy did remember about the thrall. Thanks for reviewing!

Oh my god! You are so evil! You can't leave it there!!!
Lovely chapter as always - I feel so bad for both of them, not just Buffy. They're both kind of victims of circumstance. Neither of them asked to be put in this situation, but now they are and it's hurting them both...
I guess I can be patient for the next update....maybe...

-Alyx

Author's Response: Yes, Buffy and Spike just sort of got thrown together, neither one of them asked for all these issues. And that's what makes interesting. :) As for the evil cliffhanger, update coming soon!