wow that was HOTTT! i loved it. although i did feel that he pushed for the "happy ending" a little bit too much. and Buffy needs to learn to trust a guy for a change. Spike could treat her so good, she just needs to give him a chance. and as far as the slapping goes, that's just their way! Buffy and Spike have always been into a little slap slap tickle! and as you wrote, he really didn't hit her that hard, so i'm perfectly fine with it. GREAT chapter!! can't wait for more!

Monica

Author's Response: Yeah, he kinda did, but he also tried to get her to talk too when all she wanted to do was to run - typical B&S, right? Buffy will learn to trust him, but it is rather difficult for her given how he was in the beginning and they haven't known each other for too long either. Give her time, she';ll come around. Slap and tickle - lol - i luv that and its so true. THanks for taking the slapping for what it was and of course for the review too boo - snuggles and huggles you tight.

The slap fight was funny and I loved how you pulled that whole chapter off. More please soon.

Author's Response: YAY - I'm so hapy you enjoyed how I played things out, I couldn't resist letting it get better before dropping a bomb - but the bomb isn't all that bad, merely another catalyst for something better, *winks*. Thanks for the great review boo - huggles.

HOTNESS! I don't suppose we could count on another thursday update hmmm? cannot wait for the next chapter!!

Author's Response: Squeeeeeee, glad you enjoyed the hot factor hon. Not sure whether I'll post Thursday or not - have to see how productive the muse is going to be I suppose - fickle bastard sometimes, hee hee. Thanks for the fab review babe - smoochies.

bahahahahahahahah
bahahahahahahahaha
i can't believe you inspiration from a monkey/Ben Stiller
that was awesome
and I totally trust you, Murphy's law is fun to write, and you do it extraordinarily well
can't wait for the next update

Author's Response: Giggles, but that scenen from the movie was sooooooooo funny - I couldn't help it, plus it did make for a good catalyst to what happened afterwards, lol. Glad you enjoyed the chappy hon - thank you soooooo very much for the fab review and for trusting me - smoochies to you darling.

After attacking him with her lips and then running out and leaving him in that state, my first thought was she could've at least given him something naked to look at while he took care of business! Good grief, I'm such a perv. Loving the hotness! Loving the story!

Author's Response: HAHAHAHAHHHAAH - that's funnny, but yeah, I agree with ya. I like your pervy side, its hilarious hon. Thanks for such a great review and glad you liked the hotness - hugs and kisses.

Well, let's see, I'm a few chaps shy in my reviews so this is for at least the last 3 I think. WOW What a romantic weekend! That in itself should let Buffy know that the "stripes" are changing! I had to do the happy dance when she decided that a weekend with Henry far outweighed a weekedn with Angel (and of course, I concur -- Spike and Herny or Angelus.... for a 3-some I pick Spike and Henry every time!)

The star gazing and story telling was excellent, melting, very comfortable. And then there was Valentines Day. It started out well and Spike's gift of the kitty was inspired! Perfect! Then Buffy tries to be nice with her offer of a massage (damn, if it were me, I would of just asked him to turn over once I was done massage is cute little butt!) well, that started out OK, but then as per usual Buffy starts thinking too much. Gotta say though, Spike pushed the subject a bit too far with his insistance on a "happy ending." On the flip side, I wouldn't have wanted to miss the slap fest and the after math of that either (quite reminisent of SMASHED).

Buffy ending up in the cold shower was a very nice touch and her thinking Spike is all pissed at her "teasing" is great as well because, although I think Spike is disappointed due to Buffy's initial response, he also knows he pushed and cornered and trapped and played the game very close to what he would do with a one night conquest, so I think the majority of his anger will be with himself.

I already knew you were evil (but in a good way) and I expect once they calm down and talk about what happened, the steps will come easier and quicker, but.... it IS MURPHY'S LAW and I'd bet there are tons more that can go wrong with this plot (and I know how twisty muse and you can be). I'm thinking we're not through with a bit of Angelus revenge if and when our slappy couple get groiny! And the slappying - doesn' botther me at all - While I'm a firm beliver that a man (especially if he is bigger and stronger) should never hit a woman in anger... I also feel that there can be play fights and defending when attacked. This falls under the latter for me, Buffy slapped him first and he slapped back so all's fair in love and Spuffy! And, hey, what about all that PUNCHING (not slapping) that they did on the show - nope, I say slap away! Hugs to you darlin' and a snuggle for muse!

Author's Response: LOL - Henry or Angel.... definitely a no-brainer in my book. I'm so glad you liked their romantic weekend of getting snuggly close. Oh yeah, I would have given Spike an ALL-over massage - happy ending, nah, amazing ending, giggles. You're right on the mark with your assesment of their feelings after what happened in his room, they do blame themselves and that's going to help them during next chapter... a lot. Ah, indeed this is Murphy's Law, so a few more ups and downs, but we'll get there, to the spuffyness that is due all in good time, *evil laugh*. Yeah, the slapping was only light stuff, not an all-out hard palm to the cheek at all. I'm so glad you enjoyed the last few chappies my friend - I always adore when you review - makes me smile and laugh, thank you for that... snuggles you.

Hopefully, the making up is between William and Buffy... and the breaking up is with Angelus and Buffy...

Although I would think that Buffy would run... to another apartment. Waiting to find out why the "touch" is so bad.. And I can't say I liked the slap..from either of them.. but . maybe she will finally make up her mind that her years of celibacy needs to end..and define her feelings for him and her future.

And the "tease" hmmm.... only if you touch and feel and sleep , no sex I realize, with a guy knowing he has the hots for you and you for him..been with all the changes.. buys you gifts and expect him to not try to take it a step farther... If she were my daughter I would say... make up your mind.. do you want a relationship with this guy or not.. If not.. move out.. Harsh huh?

Waiting for two steps forward please...

Author's Response: Oh yes, of course the making and breaking up corresponds to the correct men, wouldn't have it any other way. The slapping bit fueld what was really inside her to come out and of course sent everything spiraling out of control, but they weren't abusing each other anymore than they were during their martial art fight either. She does need to make up her mind, and part of that will be revealed in next chapter, or rather revealed to Spike by Buffy I should say. So yup - 2 steps forward coming up during the next posting. THanks for the review boo - huggles.

Great job!

Author's Response: Thank you boo - hugs you tight.

Happy ending? Wasn't he surprised by her low key reaction when he asked about it? It was clear she didn't know what he meant by happy ending. LOL. Never understood why men think Happy Ending isn't real sex.

Then ego much? He couldn't believe why she couldn't see he was the best for her?

Now the whole slap fest-I had one of those with my ex, but it was with fists. It went on for awhile till we started laughing at each other. Have to say he never hit me again. Always had a bit of fighter in me myself.

Guess a big old wall will be built between them for awhile.

Author's Response: Giggles - she was as clusless as they come and he just didn't get it. Men sometimes... shakes head. And yeah, HUGE ego, but he adores her despite it coming out wrong, giggles - again.... men, shakes head. Oh god, sorry you had to go thru that with your ex, not a good thing. Been thru a relationship like that once - and once was all it took for me to learn my lesson and leave thank god... defintetly don't condone it and it comes from first hand experience unfortunetely. Well, as for a wall, I think you'll be surprised by next chapter, *winks*. I'm so glad you liked the chapter hon and thanks so much for the fab review. Kisses.

Mmmm Buffy gets bolder, asking Spike to share a taxi :)
That's another first for her, she is trusting him now. At last more than before.
So Liam reminded Buffy of Valentine's Day? *wonders if Spike will get her a kitten* Buffy was really caring when she notice him in pain. Should make Spike happy.
~ Wow, after the massage things did heat up. But sadly when a bit wrong after that. Now Buffy blames herself? Well there were two...
Breaking up and making up? I think that breaking up is for Liam so I hope these two here will make up again.
~ Enjoyed the update, loved the kitten-gift.

Author's Response: Don't forget now... Liam is Angel's father. I know it confuses people and for that I'm sorry, but I couldn't come up with a good name for angel's dad other than Liam - don't know any truly obvious Irish first names, my bad. Oh yeah, he got her a kitten when remembering she lost hers. Things did go terribly wrong, BUT, it will help them come to an understanding next chapter, I promise. Thanks for the review sweety - hugs and kisses.