So Angel is already on his way out. At last Buffy was forewarned this time. And has a 'clearer' head to think about it.
Buffy and Spike? They make a good team. :)
And Buffy isn't biased that much this time. Hadn't thought of the treasure, only of the ring. That will even being more useful / useful too.
The factory sounds neat and like a good basis because nobody would guess that it isn't what it looks like.
Mmmm Spuffyness :) And no Angelus this time. Buffy can enjoy it without regrets.

Author's Response: They do make a good team. In my head, I can't help seeing Angel and Buffy always facing each other and in conflict. While Spike and Buffy seem to stand shoulder to shoulder, partners, in my head.

Despite the romance, I just love that he can make her feel so good about her vocation. Tell her the things that will in the long run make her even better at fighting. And great, glorious, self-involved Angel, wonder what he will say now. I'd imagine there's going to be a fight. Great chapter.

Author's Response: On the show, Buffy always seemed to have so many problems with being the Slayer. I just wanted Spike to make her see that there was nothing wrong with it.

Author's Response: On the show, Buffy always seemed to have so many problems with being the Slayer. I just wanted Spike to make her see that there was nothing wrong with it.