omg i totally adore you,i love the story its funny and original keep going.

Author's Response: Adoration, for me? Aww, thanks :D So happy you like my little story. And thanks for reviewing!

Another great chapter. William's profile had me dying...reminds me of dampers' alterego.. I love that Buffy is finding a friend in William. Please update soon.

Author's Response: Oh yes, definitely one of dampers multiple egos :P Buffy is finding a friend in William but what will he find in her? And how will he deal with it? Hmm, things to ponder as I write the next chap. Thanks for your review :-)

Aww Henri this is brilliant! I love the banter between Buffy n Spike and how torn they both seem to be in their everyday lives. Can totally relate to that. Well not being a man-whore but about havin a shitty day and then coming on here to relax, writing a fic to vent. But me not lie about my identity, what u see is what u get. Luv ya can't wait for the next chapter! *hugs*

Author's Response: Thanks Kitty! I'm glad you aren't a manwhore (or wish you were, get your ass up here now! :P) It's amazing how different people unwind and something I'd like to mention in lieu of internet lies is the saying 'Beware of half-truths. You may have gotten the wrong half.' Thanks for reviewing :D

That profile was awesome. This whole chapter was awesome.

Author's Response: Hehehe...see the profile was actually verbatim from a Cbox 'conversation' I wrote to /about dampersnspoons and just replaced it with William. Thanks for liking and reviewing.

As you already know (since I get sneak peeks - YAY me -) I LOVE this story. The characters are deeper than usual and the plot is really unique.

And THAT'S what pissed me off about a certain anonymous reviewer (cuz all the 'brave' ones are anonymous *rolls eyes*).

Con-crit is telling someone what about their writing rubs you the wrong way or what about their story lacks substance. It is NOT saying the subject is boring.

And when you decide to go with the 'subject is boring, *yawn*' approach make sure you do NOT do so in a story where the summary VERY CLEARLY mentions said subject and NOT after you read more than one chapters, for fuck's sake!!! That's plain stupid.

Finally, fanfic isn't written to deal with people's issues (except maybe the author's). You don't write a character who you believe represents an entire race/sex/generation. You write the character that suits your story. Or the one that gives you a hard on. Whatever. The readers failing to see that and dealing with your story like it is meant to perpetualize stereotypes lack imagination and a sense of humor, and have to deal with their issues (and their bloody rudeness) before they take up their whole lives.

Love you fiercely, little one,
*hugs*
Momma Bear

PS. I know you got my email address, but if anyone feels the need to reply to me, it's ssddgr@yahoo.gr... cuz some people aren't into being snide and snarky only when they can't be found!

Author's Response: There's a few things I'd like to point out in addition to Sotia's response: Spike evolved on the show from an evil expendable character to a much loved soul having vampire. We all know this. We all love him. Why else would we be here? This is my attempt at describing the evolution through an all human story. Secondly, there is the seven basic plot theory that has a definite ring of truth to it. While my story will be predictable, surely that is a given on a site full of stories about the same couple. I'm trying to do these characters in a different and hopefully unique sense and style. Lastly, I love constructive criticism, it makes me a better writer. So despite the tone of the review, I will take your comments on board and attempt to make this story the best I can in the time that I have. Thank you Mamma Bear, and all you other reviewers who take the time to read and respond accordingly.

So tired I sent the review twice!! lol Must be bedtime. Good night.

Author's Response: Three reviews, I should be so lucky :) Hope your dreams was filled with Spikes and a good nights sleep

I liked it. Looking forward to more.

(Sorry for the short review. Like Buffy, the kids have worn me out for the day!)

Author's Response: I'm glad you liked it! Don't worry about short reviews, you took the time to fill in the annoying boxes and that makes me happy :) Hope you had some good sleep