I really Really like this version of Spike... why so many F words? Anyway I'm looking forward to the next chapter.

Author's Response: Hey, sorry for the slow response. Due to personal issues I haven't logged in here or written at all in months. I hope I'll be able to again soon. I am actually trying to work on this story right now. It's special to me, life just keeps getting in the way. Thank you so much for your review. As far as the language goes, I suppose that's a bit of me slipping in. I hope I can get a new chapter out soon. Thank you for the support. :)

Awesome!! Can't wait for more :)

Author's Response: So glad you're enjoying it! I really love this fic so far. I'm so happy there has been such a positive reaction. Thanks for the review!

Awesome chapter, I'm so glad she's going to open up to Spike and tell him exactly what happened.

Author's Response: Yeah, I knew it would come soon, but it's a little daunting thinking about writing the next chapter. Tough stuff. Glad you're still enjoying the story! Thanks for the review!

liked it

Author's Response: Thank you! Glad you're enjoying it!

I know a lot of people don't like Dru. I have always loved Dru. I probably wouldn't like this Dru but I like Dru from the show. Although, I did hate the fact that she didn't cherish Spike the way he cherished her. But that is why we love Spike so much because he is love's bitch. I just that you don't make Dru have something to do with Buffy being raped. Make her terrible if you want. I just don't want to see Dru being involved with Buffy's rape.
I know Buffy must be going through something terrible. But she needs to tell the police. I don't know how much evidence they can gather now that Buffy cleaned herself. But she needs to tell the cops soon. Doesn't she want this person in prison. Doesn't she want to prevent this from happening to someone else. I know I would. I feel for Spike so much right now too. I can tell he is going to have a hard time dealing with Buffy and his girlfriend and his studies to be a doctor. I can't help but think that he is going to have a break down later in the story. This was a good chapter.

Author's Response: Glad you enjoyed this chapter. I don't hate Dru with a passion or anything, but sometimes she pops up as one of my chosen villains...though in this case, that doesn't necessarily mean she had anything to do with the rape. I have an idea of how I want to intertwine her with everything but I haven't decided for sure what my plans are yet, so we'll just have to see on that one. As far as evidence, the police will have DNA and reports from the hospital as they did a rape kit, and I think most hospitals keep them for a year or so. I agree with you. She definitely needs to go to the police, but they way she happens to be reacting to the situation is to go against that for the moment. She's not really thinking very clearly. Hopefully, she'll come around soon. I hope you like how I decide to manage this story. It's a very draining one for me to write. I have some personal and professional experience with the subject matter, though not the specific scenario Buffy was involved in. Mostly going with my gut at this point. Really hope you like where I take it. Thank you so much for all your comments!

God , why on earth would he want to tell Ms. Psycho what happened to his beast friend,he's not even in love with her. I know your busy with work and all, but i see that doesn't stop u from being all evil and ending the chapter at a crucial moment, but it's okay, i'll wait for the explanation, i'll wait, don't worry about me, just keep being evil, tee hee. Hope u update soon and get rid of Dru sooner.

Author's Response: Yeah, I've been told I'm evil a time or two. I'm so into this fic, but I've got to update my other ones at some point too! You're good at smacking me around! Hop to it! :D Thanks for the review! I hope I don't take too long to update, especially considering how I left things!

Hope Buffy talks to Spike about her attack. It wouldn't be a bad thing if Dru left town! Can't wait to read more!

Author's Response: Everyone needs to band together with torches and pitchforks to drive Dru away! Unfortunately, that's probably not going to happen anytime soon. Too bad she's such a bitch. Should be loads of fun when she finally shows up in the story. Glad you're still enjoying! Thanks for the review!

awww! (hope i remember this all) i know you wanna update your others too just as much,but can i say how i'm glad you did this one first! i love it, and am looking forward to next chapter... *spanks you for the cliffie* you'd better give be a tissue warning for the next cos i may forget...put it in big bold writing at the top *tissue warning - for Jade* poor buffy, dread to think how she'd be feeling, i don't know i'd cope myself.

*snogs you cos i can*

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Author's Response: *snogs you right back* Yay! It's my Jade, finally! Glad you're liking this story. Like I told you, it just seems to be the one in my head right now. Next chapter looks to be a toughie for sure. I imagine I'll be thoroughly drained after writing it. This chapter was a slight reprieve from all the tears, but that can't last long. Glad you reviewed, dear! *hug*