Buffy's idea that the biting should happen more organically rings true. They're lovers, not business partners. I loved the idea of Dru sending Darla's clothes on a journey back to her. It's such a wacky, Drusilla idea. Having that bit of insanity merge with real information about Spike's protective piece was quite clever.

Angelus with the Gem of Amara or another piece that would make him invulnerable is chilling.

Author's Response: Angelus should really know better than to leave Dru to her own devices. No telling what she'll come up with. But I can totally see her burning Darla's things to send them to her. Thanks for reviewing!

I used to like this when it still had a plot. Right now it feels like this story is going nowhere. Yes, there is the big threat of Angelus, but it is sitting there doing nothing. Buffy and Spike are rarely seen interacting with anyone but each other, which gets kind of boring. Especially with Buffy being all that philosophical about the same things over and again, wouldn't it make more sense when she got confronted about it? Like by Giles or Joy? It's really sad, because I very much liked how the story started out.

Author's Response: I'm sorry that you think the story isn't going anywhere. That wasn't my intention, so I'm sorry if it's coming off that way and you're no longer enjoying it. Angelus isn't really doing nothing. I can tell you that he is doing something next chapter, there will be confrontation with Giles in the next chapter, and the final battle in the next chapter.

That sounds like a second gem of Amara. Or at the very least, they've figured out that Spike has it, though they probably knew that already. It's just been a while since I read the first 80 chapters, not always perfect on the details. :) And Buffy and the blood every Saturday thing. I like how its the way its still a bit of a business transaction thing when they are no longer in business has come to bother her. Always figure these things out at the most inopportune moments. Nice touch there. So very glad to see another chapter. Looking forward to more, please update soon!

Author's Response: No, it's just the one gem. Drusilla sensed that Spike had it before, but this is the first time she's gotten it out and Angelus has heard. I'm glad you liked the chapter and thanks for reviewing!

Now Angelus knows about Spike's gem..on a chain "string" wrapped around his ankle..

Enjoyed... and worried about Buffy and their Saturday Blood Ritual could she be trying to end it .. and what if going to be the effect on Spike and his need of her blood..





Author's Response: Yep, Angelus knows now... Thanks for reviewing!