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Date: 04/09/2010 - 04:14 pm Title: Chapter Nine

The explanation for not asking for help makes bitter sense. The lovemaking just punctuated the loss Buffy is going to suffer and the detail of Spike keeping that hair tie was poignant and lovely. Now Buffy's going to have to mourn. Again. It's heart breaking.

Author's Response: I'm glad you liked the hair tie part - I thought for quite some time about what object she'd find in his pocket. Thanks for the lovely review!

Reviewer: AMI Signed Liked [Report This]
Date: 04/09/2010 - 06:11 am Title: Chapter Nine

Oh what a sad chappie, it broke my heart. Poor Spike, now we know why he can't ask for help. :( At least they had one final, lovely moment together.

Loved it, can't wait to see how it ends. Have fun on your trip. :)

Author's Response: Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed. I hope to finish off writing whilst I'm away so the update won't be *too* long.

Reviewer: kudagirl Signed Liked [Report This]
Date: 04/08/2010 - 10:35 pm Title: Chapter Nine

This is so very Spike. He would pay any price to be with Buffy as long as she isn't hurt in any way.

Author's Response: *nods* Thanks for reviewing!

Reviewer: cordykitten Signed Liked [Report This]
Date: 04/08/2010 - 10:28 pm Title: Chapter Nine

Ah that are bad news... so no asking for help. And a sad end of the chapters with Spike gone now.
*fingers crossed* that you can make it better again.
Enjoyed the update (even if it ended sad).

Author's Response: Thanks for the review! I'm glad you enjoyed the chapter - despite the sadness.

Reviewer: PaganBaby Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 04/08/2010 - 12:49 pm Title: Chapter Three

The lovemaking was just so yummy and sweet :) Hmm, I'm still not sure what's going on exactly - I must read the next chapter asap lol If it was just a very vivid dream, I want the kind of dreams Buffy has :D

Loved it! *smoochies*

Author's Response: You'll find out what's going on soon! Thanks for reviewing!

Reviewer: PaganBaby Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 04/08/2010 - 09:13 am Title: Chapter Two

You did a great job setting the atmosphere of the town as Buffy wandered through it. You totally made me feel like I was seeing it through her eyes. Damn girl, you are so f'n talented! :D

Those were some curious coincidences (or clues) Buffy came across that made her think of Spike. Can't wait to see what's next!

*smoochies*

Author's Response: Thank you! I'm happy you enjoyed. :D

Reviewer: cordykitten Signed Liked [Report This]
Date: 04/02/2010 - 08:22 pm Title: Chapter Eight

Not a good way to wake up and to start worrying and assuming the worst.
But still nothing is solved. I wonder what Spike thinks why the others can't try to help him to stay.
I really hope Buffy can convince him that they should try to do what's possible. *fingers crossed*
Looking forward to the next update.

Author's Response: You'll find out what's been going on with Spike soon! Thank you for reading and reviewing. :)

Reviewer: Vette Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 04/01/2010 - 10:21 pm Title: Chapter Eight

Sounds like Spike is harboring a secret that he is not telling Buffy for fear of spoiling their time together. Such intrigue! Look forward to more chapters.

Author's Response: Thank you! :)

Reviewer: AMI Signed Liked [Report This]
Date: 04/01/2010 - 09:47 pm Title: Chapter Eight

OMG I love this story, it has all my emotions going. Makes me sad and happy at the same time.
I adore this Buffy, she is not gonna give up on Spike. But what is going on w/Spike? he knows more than he's telling. Can't wait to find out.:)
Good Dawn voice, too.

I can't wait for more! :D

Author's Response: That's so good to hear, that it has all your emotions up and down. She's definitely not going to give up, but Spike's providing a bit of a roadblock in the helping. Thank you for reading and reviewing, I'm so glad you're enjoying!

Reviewer: Brunettepet Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 04/01/2010 - 07:45 pm Title: Chapter Eight

I love that Buffy's being realistic here and she still wants Spike with her in the real world: Something about this seaside town was magical, giving the last few days an out-of-time feeling. Real life would be silly squabbles over dirty dishes, not idyllic walks on the beach.

But it didn’t matter. They would be together, and she wanted that so badly. She's right, a relationship isn't all rainbows and butterflies, but the payoff is enormous and it's worth fighting for. Spike obviously knows something and he doesn't want to share with Buffy. The kissing is just avoidance. Hopefully Buffy will be able to get him to talk.

Thanks for updating this charming, emotional story. It's a pleasure to see more.

Author's Response: Thank you for the great review! I'm really glad you're enjoying. :)

Reviewer: Brunettepet Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 03/29/2010 - 09:43 pm Title: Chapter Seven

I was a bit apprehensive of the two of them walking about in a crowd. Buffy had gotten used to just treating Spike normally, so it would have been difficult to just stop talking with him for the sake of appearing "normal."

The tree was an excellent alternative to the hustle and bustle of the regatta and Buffy and Spike were able to share memories out of the sight of prying eyes. Their time together is allowing them to really get to know one another and it feels like they're finally embarking on a real relationship. Too bad it's not meant to last.

Author's Response: Yes, I had planned for them to spend some more time at the regatta but in the writing of it, it didn't really work out. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: cordykitten Signed Liked [Report This]
Date: 03/29/2010 - 09:36 pm Title: Chapter Seven

So Spike has been there before - being there as a child gave him a lot of opportunities to discover the city.
Yes. What I say goes. And I say you were a hero, so there. William's make-believe came true. And look, you get to kiss the beautiful princess, too. Spike is indeed lucky.
And hopefully believing Buffy.
The fireworks were just the end of a perfect day. :)
Enjoyed the updates.

Author's Response: Thank you! :)

Reviewer: cordykitten Signed Liked [Report This]
Date: 03/29/2010 - 09:21 pm Title: Chapter Six

Ah too bad - nobody can see Spike but Buffy? Indeed not good.
Means he could vanish very soon without wanting it.

Author's Response: The vanishing could happen at any moment... thanks for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: Blackoberst Signed Liked [Report This]
Date: 03/28/2010 - 10:32 pm Title: Chapter Seven

Seeing them together like this is really nice. I hope it lasts longer than just a few days.

Author's Response: Thank you! :)

Reviewer: AMI Signed Liked [Report This]
Date: 03/28/2010 - 09:14 pm Title: Chapter Seven

oh what a sweet chapter. I'm so happy they had such a lovely day and such a nice talk. :) I don't like that Spike thinks he wasn't a hero in the Hellmouth. Of course he so WAS..if it wasn't for him, I don't think they would have been able to win against the Tourak Han. I'm glad Buffy set him straight. Go! Buffy...

Everything is so nice now, I have a feeling of foreboding. :(

Can't wait for more, I'll be here.

Author's Response: Yes, this is the calm before the storm... ;) Thanks for reviewing!

Reviewer: Pam S Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 03/28/2010 - 06:13 pm Title: Chapter Seven

Lovely day for both of them... just worrying about his vanishing from her sight.. enjoying..

Author's Response: Thank you! :)

Reviewer: Bridget Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 03/25/2010 - 11:23 pm Title: Chapter Six

Good chapter. I don't have any idea how this will turn out. Why did Jack show up? Does he have something to do with Buffy and her need to move on?.

Author's Response: Jack will have a role a little later in the fic. But he's not too important, really. ;) Thanks for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: Brunettepet Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 03/25/2010 - 10:29 pm Title: Chapter Six

Spike being invisible is an unpleasant surprise, though I smiled thinking how Buffy must have looked to others on the beach.

That pull is worrisome and I'm reminded of Spike's ghostly time in canon. Maybe it's not hell that wants Spike back but something fixable. Maybe Buffy needs some back up.

Author's Response: What happened to Spike in canon was part of the inspiration for what's happening to him here, but it's not exactly right. ;) Thanks for reviewing!

Reviewer: Vette Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 03/25/2010 - 10:28 pm Title: Chapter Six

So, Spike is invisible to everyone but Buffy! But he must be able to move things around even though he is a ghost, he could have a bit of fun with the possibilities of spooking those who may make fun of Buffy chatting up thin air. Look forward to more.

Author's Response: Yep, he can have an effect on people and objects but only Buffy can see him. Thanks for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: AMI Signed Liked [Report This]
Date: 03/25/2010 - 09:21 pm Title: Chapter Six

Oh Poor Spike, he's invisible to everyone but Buffy. This story is so good, but it's so sad too. You're killing me Xaph! And i'm so worried for Spike.
How long can he hold on? I love this Buffy, she doesn't care about anything but Spike. Even appearing like a crazy person. lol

Can't wait for more! :)

Author's Response: Thanks so much! :)

Reviewer: SeaPea Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 03/25/2010 - 08:32 pm Title: Chapter Six

I'm really loving this. I'm so scared for Spike. I hope Buffy can continue to be his anchor and if we're lucky, his savior.

Author's Response: I'm glad you're enjoying! Thank you for the review. :)

Reviewer: Brunettepet Anonymous [Report This]
Date: 03/24/2010 - 05:43 pm Title: Chapter Five

I'd wondered about the "I love yous," too, so it was wonderful to have Buffy address them. When it happened, it felt organic and prompted that heart felt conversation. These two are still working through their issues and you're making it believable and entertaining.

The aftermath of their romp in the sea was vividly drawn and utterly charming. It's lovely to find them so playful and relaxed in light of Spike's unsure future. That last line made me smile with glee.

Author's Response: Thank you! I'm glad it felt natural.

Reviewer: Brunettepet Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 03/24/2010 - 05:36 pm Title: Chapter Four

Buffy's observations of this very real seeming Spike are charming. He is acting pretty normal for a mystical thing. Once he's awake, though, things take a turn for the awkward.

Poor things, they deserve more of a reward than a few days full of regret and waiting to say goodbye forever. In the meantime, though, their emotion filled conversations are stellar. Buffy acknowledging how selfish she is, too, was especially beautiful. She can't help but want him with her. I hope she gets her wish. They both deserve it.

Author's Response: She may yet! ;) Thank you for reading and reviewing!

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Date: 03/24/2010 - 05:24 pm Title: Chapter Three

There's a wonderfully angsty sense of longing and melancholy here: Now she lay on the bed, the music playing in the living room. She didn’t even know why she was clinging so hard to this–this tiny bit of memory from a moment when she hadn’t even really liked Spike.

But it was the only piece of music she had to associate with him–apart from the whole musical demon deal, her traitorous mind reminded–and it made her feel close to him. Buffy not even liking the song but listening to it over and over is a way for her to mourn the vampire she's lost.

The physical reality of that dream was vivid and emotional. Buffy's refusal to accept the reality of this vampire made it all feel dreamlike despite the evidence. I'm still not sure if this time she's going to "wake up." Nicely done.

Author's Response: Thank you for the lovely review! :)

Reviewer: Brunettepet Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 03/24/2010 - 05:14 pm Title: Chapter Two

Buffy drifting from one place to another is beautifully conveyed and I'm enjoying her dreamy willingness to just go along with it. There's nothing menacing, just a feeling of something waiting right around the corner.

Your attention to detail is making for a vivid, entertaining read.

Author's Response: Thanks! I'm glad you're enjoying. :)

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