AHA! I know EXACTLY why Ethan made her goalie. I figured it ouuuuut! *sing-songs* ^^ Very clever, btw. Her being the experienced forward that she is, she'll know exactly how the opposing forward is trying to score. Love it. I've picked up on the underlying notes of angst and possible foreshadowing. Should I be worried?

I feel that Spike should not have been blamed for his mother's murder. How would he have helped her from the other side of town, even if he had been sober? His family is obviously quite unreasonable. I think they all need to get their heads out of their asses. As for his father, well he can go rot in hell, or the equivalent thereof.

I do hope that Spike won't succumb to his gambling habits to help Connor out. I sense bad things would end up happening in that equation. I also hope that Spike and Buffy will continue to develop some sort of relationship, even if it is rocky in the beginning. At least she's admitted to herself that she likes him. That's step one. Now for the other 11... (j/k) Looking forward to reading more! :)

Ciao

I love this. Football sure is a fun sport to play. Buffy makes a good goalie. Can't wait for the next chapter maybe some Spike Buffy interaction.

Author's Response: Heeey Brett! *hugs* Yes, I completely agree; soccer is one of the best sports out there. =) I know it's taking a while but Spuffy *will* occur, no worries! Thanks for reviewing!

Hmmm, so i just finished updating Drown with me and then to my outmust surprise and happiness you have updated both fics that i'm currently reading, im so happy!
So the smug bastard does have a plan, i love it! i also love that Spike isn't resentful that she made the save, that's real teamwork!! Dru and Angel, no big shocker that they forget their place, Angel always forgot his place in Buffy's life, it's refreshing to see a unique twist on that aspect of him. And Dru, well she's fucken' nuts so nothing she does shocks me, just pisses me off lol. I'm sorry to hear about your fish btw, it's not pathetic, it's a lost friend, be it a gerbil a fish a cat or a fucken' camel, if you love them the loss is devasting!
I'm really loving this story, and though i don't like Joyce it's nice to see Buffy acknowledge that her mom had a hand in her coming here to compete. It shows a mature side to Buffy, one that understands for every flaw there is something good behind it in someone. Can't wait for some Spuffy interaction, i love the way they talk to each other, and their thought processes when it comes to the other.
Can't wait for more, thanks for the awesome update!!!

Author's Response: Heeey Lindsay! (hugs) Aw, it's so kind of you to say that! I'm really flattered you're enjoying my fics!


Haha, "smug bastard" is definitely a good choice of words to describe our favorite Ethan Rayne! =)


Mhm, I thought about that too. I mean, if Spike was resentful, what would it say about his character? In this particular fic, the people most likely to be resentful of Buffy's success would be: Dawn, Riley, Darla and Drusilla. People like Oz, Doyle, Angel, Spike and Tara are the positive members of the team! *high fives*


Wow, what an incredible take on that aspect of the chappy. I mean about Angel "always forgetting his place in Buffy's life". He really did, didn't he?


Thank you for your kind comments about my fish *sniffles* I get what you mean. The loss *is* truly heartbreaking and y'know what? You've inspired me to get me a camel! *lol*


Yeah, see, about Joyce, I didn't want Buffy to appear like a total brat who didn't really appreciate what she had. That's just plain annoying, right? I thought, "Hey, what if she actually acknowledges her mother's role in her soccer career?" While Joyce was never truly supportive of Buffy, I think it's crucial for Buffy, as a growing woman who is moving into, well, womanhood, to understand that if it weren't for Joyce, she wouldn't even be in L.A. I agree with your terminology "mature". : P


Mhm, I realize the pace is very slow in this fic, in terms of the Spuffy interaction, but it will definitely get there, so no worries! I'm trying to build the story up, make it more realistic and hopefully by then, everyone will still be reading, huh? ; )


Thank you SOOO much for your incredible review! *hugs*