Poor Buffy, she just can't get cut a break. At least she is certain of spike's reaction and is concerned for his welfare. What he needs is her comfort. Not suprisingly he's upset by being forced upon by a bully and then bullied by Joyce (not that her reaction wouldn't be mine as well if I walked on to that situation).

Author's Response: Think anyone would have reacted like that at first. Thanks so much for your review! :)

I'm glad to see that Buffy didn't doubt Spike. But she let Spike's secret slip out.... when Faith was there! I hope that won't give Spike trouble. I don't think that Joyce knows (or suspects) will be bad.
Now what happened to Spike when Joyce kicked him out, mmmh?

Author's Response: Yeah, wonder what did happen to Spike... You'll find out soon. ;) Thanks for reviewing!

Perfect follow-up to the last chapter! Sure things are resolved...yet...but Buffy was simply awesome! I know that a couple of people were upset that Spike hit Faith, but he is an adult recovering from extreme abuse, he felt cornered, trapped, of course instinct would come out first and thought-process later. Needless to say, you've stayed true to the characters and the story is better for it. This is one of my favorite stories and I'm happy to see new updates. I can also now understand Joyce's reaction a little more, but at the same time she did react without thinking. It was about Buffy's birthday and she didn't do a good job on putting out the fires before they happened. Stupid Faith! But excellent chapter, can't wait for the next one.

Author's Response: Your words mean the world to me, thank you so much! Hope you'll like what's to come. :)

Just got caught up. RL has been sucky, and after the previous chapter I was about to burst into tears. I'm glad Buffy went after him, and I still love this story.
*hugs*

Author's Response: I'm so sorry things are bad for you right now. *hugs tight* Thanks for letting me know you're still with me though. *hugs again*

yike that didn't go so well but i'm hoping that all will work out soon. I'm glad buffy went looking for spike and that she didn't believe faith which is a good thing.

Author's Response: You're right about that. And I have a feeling things will work out for the best. Thank you for leaving a review! :)

Stupid slutty Faith does he have to ruin everything? I hope the truth comes out soon.

Author's Response: Let's hope so. ;) Thanks for your review!

Uh Oh. I really hope Buffy will understand. I can't wait to read the next chapter.

Author's Response: Glad to hear that, thank you. You won't have to wait long.

well buffy's birthday really is starting to suck... I can't wait for the next update to see how Faith explains what happens

Author's Response: It sure does. Thanks for reviewing!

okay, when you said angst, i figured buffy would walk in when she kissed him, but having him punch her in the face, sorry, i can't tolerate that, anything that makes spike an abuser is just not for me, even if the bitch had it coming. buffy should have been the one to punch her, i figured he would just shove her away, not actually hit her, spike doesn't get a break at all in this story. there's no going back from that, he's just going to get worse now, and i was hoping this was the point when he was starting to get better. and yeah, buffy should never celebrate her birthday again.

Author's Response: You're probably right about not celebrating her birthdays. :) Well, sorry you felt it was too much for you. This is a dark story (that of course will end well) and Spike may be a victim here but he is not perfect. If he was, I'd think that would be a bit unrealistic. Thanks for your review!

Oh I really hope you'll fix it....
Spike was lashing out because he was in panic; but Faith, she was lying. I hope Buffy will set her straight (right) again. :(

Author's Response: Of course I'll fix it! Thank you so much for reviewing! :)

This chapter was so upsetting I don't even know what to say. It's so heartbreaking. Just as he was getting on to his feet. That Bitch! How could Faith be like that. So upset right now. Great twist and turn, but I hope that Joyce can actually really open her eyes and see what kind of person Faith is and realize how wrong she was to kick Spike out without even finding out the real story. Poor Buffy, another b-day down the drain. Can't wait for the next chapter.

Author's Response: You're right, I found the chapter quite hard to write actually. Thanks for your review!

oh wow boy Faith is bitch but that chapter was great anyway and please update soon

Author's Response: Glad you liked, although it was a bit dark. Thank you!

Uh-oh...hopefully Buffy can see what Faith was trying to do and not buy her mother and cousins side of things. Especially since Buffy had that conversation with Faith earlier. She should just dig her party and go to him.

P.S...can Buffy punch Faith too for trying to go after Spike?

Author's Response: We'll see. :) Thanks for your review!