OK - I realize Willow is trying to be a supportive friend, but what the heck is she doing taking Buffy out for coffee when Spike is back in her apartment, anxiously waiting to pounce?! Thank goodness for the unlikely voice of reason.... Xander! I could barely take it! I don't think I would have run the four blocks, I might have levitated. (Ever have dreams where you can "fly" by pedaling your feet?.... that's what I would do.... uhhh, like Buffy, I'm obviously easily distracted... back to the review.)

As for the apartment ambush..... very nicely done! Great job!!

Author's Response: Willow was a bit strange with the coffee, but as we all know, if Buffy wasn't ready to go back to the house then she'd never go there on her own! Thanks for the review, Michele! You rock!

I laughed at the stapler comment. Am I lame? LOL. And that was HOT. And yay, they're going on a date! And THANK GOD for the not so evil cliffie (unlike Killing Loneliness, which needs to be updated!! Tell your muse to come home from vacation).

Loved it. :D

Author's Response: LoL! Thanks Trixy, so glad that you liked what I have so far. Yes, the stapler was funny and was actually said to me at one point during my employment history. :) Thanks again and I promise, I really am working on an update!

Did I ever mentioned that I love this fic....:)

Author's Response: Yes! And I have nothing against you saying it over and over! Thank you so much fo rthe pretty banner!

Oh leave it to Xander and Willow to point things out to her, and Xander did take it alittle to well, wonder if Willow called to tell him first.

Author's Response: Well, in this story, Xander isn't head over heels in love with Buffy. I thought about having him pissy, then got bored with the idea. And, yes, Willow may have slipped him a little heads up...maybe! Thanks!

Chemistry? Not a problem! :D

Author's Response: And that's a good thing! Thanks for the review!

Fabulously true to canon with Buffy's talking to all of her friends, I lmao at some of the funny things that were said by all around. Avoidy Buffy didn't last too long, thank god, once she decided to try 'dating' her husband. But under the circumstances, can't say I blame her, hee hee. And wow - Faith and Robin? Kewl. I gott a reeeeeeeeeal soft spot for Robin - he's a total hottie. And what a fiish to this chapter. As if he could resist him? Especialy when he got all growly -like. GAH - I hope sex is a part of their 'dating', lol. But I'm glad Spike didn't balk at the idea when she mentioned it, that shows he really is invested in their marrige. And sweety, on a personal note... you take all the time you need and spen with your mom. What you told us the dr. said doesn't sit well with me b/c of what I had to go through recently with my m-i-l. So you do what you need to do and know we'll all be waiting here for more of your story whenever you're able to update. Luv you lots hon and my prayers are with you and your mom. Hugs you tight.

Author's Response: Avoid-O Buffy will sadly rear her ugly head in the future, I just can't help myself and need to throw in at least some angst. (Though Sotia might fly over to kick my arse for it.) I actually didn't like Robin at first, didn't want him moving in on Buffy and stuff, but once he got it on with Faith...had no prob at all. Well, til the whole attempt on Spike's life, that was a no no. Thanks for the review, I'm happy you enjoyed the update. Thanks also, for the hugs. My mom is still in the hospital and is going through a butt-load of tests trying to figure out what's causing her nausea. She hasn't started chemo yet, that's on Monday, so she shouldn't be this sick already. So, fingers crossed that they figure something out soon. Thanks again!

**Notice the not so horrible cliffhanger? Go me.** Hahahahahahahahahaha, you're too funny, but yeah, you deserve a GO YOU! for the fabulous update!

Loved Willow and Xander's intervention, loved the conversation with Robin, absolutely LOVED the way Spike pounced on her as soon as she went through the door. But especially, the wow-worthy lovemaking you treated us with. Very, very HOT. I'm looking forward to more, sweetie!


Author's Response: Yeah, no evil cliffie for me, but you left one on your latest story and I need my fix...now. Evil woman! Though, I can appreciate the wonderfulness of a cliffie, just keeps em coming back for more. Glad to hear you liked it! I enjoyed writing it, once muse got off her lazy arse and jumped in. Thanks for the review!

Aww, how sweet! Can't wait until their first date! I was so happy to see this story updated. :)

Author's Response: The first date should be interesting, Ive got most of the details hammered out already and if muse sticks to the plan it will be pretty good. Thanks for the review, glad you liked it!

loved the update:)

can't wait to read the next installment

:) keep up the awesome stuff

Author's Response: Thanks! I'm hoping that muse is finally back in the mood to write, she was really inspired during this chapter, so I hope she sticks around. Glad you liked it, thanks again for the review!