so he's pulling the Buffy-bot routine now? that's just sad. and omg, Angelus is so gross! i'm sitting behind Spike at the couch at this point, urging him to whoop his ass! Buffy's so clueless! and Willy and Cordy! okay...never saw that coming! and God, he could read the LA phone book to me....or the London phone book, whichever! and the pillow fight was so cute! do more of those "gray" scenes! awesome!

Monica

Author's Response: Hahahhah, sad indeed, I know. Angelous is an ass, but boy do I like writing him as such, its to much fun. Willy and Cordy, well, don't hold your breath, that's all I can say for now, giggles. A few more grey scenes coming up babes, thanks for the fab reivew - snuggles.

Loved the chapter, and you were so mean about not telling us what the plan was, but i can deal if we see some spuffy next time! lol! *Waits patiently until then* Is it time yet?

Author's Response: Giggles - I admit I can be evil at times, but it's a really good plan and I didn't want to spoil it until everyone could read Buffy's reaction to it, *winks*. Plans within plans my dear. Thanks for the review sweety - bug smoochies to you my friend.

Wow! Another great chapter. From the "trigonometry" lessons that flashed me back to my very own high-school tete-a-tets with a blong, rage-producing hottie to the really insightful moments with Spike's relevations, I absolutely loved it.

The chapter was extremely well-balanced with the fun-filled "fight" and with the maturation of Spike's baser needs. He's not gonna settle for anything less than Buffy. You're making him into a real gentleman. I appreciated your re-visit of the now-famous "you're all I bloody think about" as an introspection. You built up the story to that point and simply didn't use it as a given or throw-away.

I can't wait to see Spike's surprise for Buffy. I have complete faith in you that it will do one of the following:
1) ruin things for Angel;
2) ingratiate Spike to Buffy even more;
3) or completely blow-up in massive proportions
4) combination of 1-3?

...on a lighter note...having just introduced constellations to my students, I really wish I had some sexy, smart, and delicious man who loved me, teach me about the stars!



Author's Response: Hee hee - oh how I hated math in school -ughhhhh, but the little reference I thought was kind of fitting. YAY - I'm so thrilled you enjoyed SPike 'growing up' there and the starry little lesson he gave Buffy - leaving her a wee bit light headed, *snickers*. Awww, that's nice you're introducing some astrology to your students. ANd oh yes, if I had me a Spike to teach me all that - I'd be one apt pupil, hee hee. LMFAO at your little 1-4 guesses........ ppssst, it's 1&2 - a bit of a spoiler for ya. Thank you so much for the review darling, it was awesome and had me giggling. Smooches to you.

Yayyyyy!!! Spike finally saw the light!!! *does happy dance*

And OMG, I hope his plan for not letting Buffy go away for the weekend works, cuz Angelus seems too determined to have her!!! *bites nails*

Tehehe, another brilliant update hun! Your Willy is brilliant and wise, btw, I love him, and apparently so could Cordy, hee!!!

Can't wait for more, and I love you to bits!!! *smooches*

Author's Response: LOL - does happy dance with you - especially b/c things will pick up speed now. Giggles over Cordy and Willy - leave it to me to do something like that - with a bit of nudgin from you, LOL. Love to pieces boo - hugs you tight.

:) the telescope doesn't happen to turn up early or something? or maybe there is a private trip to a planetarium in the future?

anyway i have a theory :) in this theory Spike and angelus's mum is jenny who left Ethan for Giles, because spike was the second son he was pampered by his dad and spoilt like anything. Spike admired him as a child and tried to follow his footsteps. hence the rivalry. I have this little mental picture of Dru being a catholic school girl that was liked by spike but corrupted by Angelus hence the hate between spike and angelus. after being rejected by angelus dru went insane because she was pregnant and lost the baby because angelus didn't want it.
oh, and Jenny comes and gives buffy a right good talking to too in there somewhere.
i think that i have an overactive imagination when it comese to other people's stories... sorry... can't wait to see what you actually have planned for us because i know it will beat out my imagination in spades
waiting for next update
j

Author's Response: As for the telescope, it actually arrives at a good time, you'll see, *winks*. And oh how I LOVE it when a reader's mind is spinning with ideas and trying to figure things out... I do the same with everything I read too, hee hee. All I can say on your theory, is that you're partially correct, about oh, say, 30% correct. But I promise it will all come out into the light when it's time. THanks for the totally awesome review hon - it made my day. Hugs and kisses.

It's so great to see Buffy and Spike's relationship headed in a good direction, becoming friends can only be a good thing in my book. :D Loved the Willy/Cordy scene, those two difinitely make an interesting pair. Fantastic chapter as always!

Author's Response: Ah yes - and isn't that what a relationship is based on? Friendship and mutual respect - I say yes to that, it's what my hubby and I have. Giggles - glad you enjoyed the Willy/Cordy scene, conspiring and flirting - I couldn't help it, hee hee. THanks for the awesome review sweets. Hugs and kisses.

Wow! Looks like Spike is thinking with his head for once. Can't wait to read more!

Author's Response: Indeed he is, nice change, huh? I think you'll be pleasantly surprised by next chapter, *winks*. Thanks for the great review sweets - smooches to you.

i hate angel *sigh* lol..... and i really wanna know what spike's plan is:P... i can't wait til you update again soon:)

Author's Response: hehhehee, but you're supposed to hate him, it's the whole point. I think it's safe to say you'll like SPike's plan - he IS a genius after all, *snickers*. Thanks for the great review my friend - smoochies to you.

As usual you blow me away.........so now WHAT'S THE PLAN??? Knowing and loving your stories I just know it will be juicy........ It's funny what everyone else can see but when it's right in front of you, you can miss it. I am so glad that someone turned the light on in Spike's head, and I so am anxious to see Angel look like the ponce he is. You made my day with your update...........great job and thanks. ( I really needed a pick me up) so thanks again....hugs to you
Debbie

Author's Response: Hahahhaha, the plan is something she won't be able to resist, not for anything. Adn yup, Spike is finally using the bigger of his two brains, giggles. Glad I could give you a pick me up and thank you for such a wonderful review hon - hugs you tight.

Oh, that last sentence was like icing on the yummiest of cakes. Yay. I can't wait to see what Spike has in store for the weekend.

Author's Response: LOL - I like that annalogy - mmmm, SPike cake, cake of SPike, may I have a slice? All I can say is I hope you'll really like what Spike has up his sleeve, *winks*. Thanks for the great review sweets. Huggles.

Oh wow! Love what you did with the um...*turn around* (wink wink). THAT was believable! YAY....and William Xavier??? LOL, I had to think back to my William Xavier for Omni! hehehehe CUTE! And awwww Buffy's being NICE to him, has she finally cracked? What the hell am I saying? This is you and this is Buffy - as in no way on God's green earth! And the star gazing... ultra sigh...that is just freakin AWESOME! Guh... want ....more...Spuffy! Great update love!

Author's Response: Hehehehehhe, WIlliam Xavier, yeah - I actually took part of the REAL actor who played Willy - his name and added in some definite Italian names for good measure. Has Buffy finally cracked... nah, her shell is still intact, but she's softening, *winks*. GLad you enjoyed the star gazing, there is something magical about it when two people do that - hell, I've been in that situation with a boyfriend before on a night where there were meteor showers and it was soooooooooooooo romantic. THanks for the review my sister - luv u boo.

That was SO much fun. Felt bad for Willy and Cordelia though, brick wall - thy name is Buffy. But Spike is a smart boy and he's starting to learn. I can't wait to find out what his elaborate plan is. I'm guessing there's stars involved, and I'm hoping some romance too. :D
Thanks for the fabulous tale - you do a great job of putting together an interesting plot line with some real character development.

Author's Response: LMFAO - that's an awesome comment about the brick wall, had me chuckling out loud - and oh how true it is. I think you'll really like Spike's plan - he's going alllllll out on this one in hopes to protect Buffy from Angelus. As for romance as a result of his plans, hmmmmm, yes, there will be, just not of the smutty variety, *winks*. Plans within plans my dear. And wow but I'm thrilled to bits you're enjoying the plot line and character development... I do try to remain as realistic as I can despite Murphy's Law wreaking unusual havoc, lol. THank you very much for the lovely reivew my darling - hugs you tight.

Oh I'm patiently waiting for the spuffy, I just don't like the Spike/other or Buffy/other stuff. *including BAngel*
Loved the talk Cordelia (and Willy) had with Buffy. Too bad for her that she doesn't understand what they want to tell her. And the rest of the conversation between the two without Buffy. ;-)
The pillow fight was fun. And they even were able to watch the stars together without a fight. :)
Seems at last that Willy's little nudge has helped.
until the whole Angelus thing blew over... he only hoped it would be sooner rather than later Me too. But maybe Spike's little plan will help.
My weekend is almost over; have fun with the rest of yours.

Author's Response: Yeah, I don't care much for B or S/other, but I chose to incloude it and without getting graphic... it's serving a purpose though, it really is. Buffy is still as clueless as the day is long - much to Cordy and Willy's dismay. As for Spike's plan, well, let's just say it will have a very deep impact on Buffy and her attitude towards Angel, *winks*. THanks so much for the review sweets - hugs.