Up until now I've enjoyed this. But that chapter really ought to have had a warning. That was disgusting.

Author's Response: Hi, I put what I felt was a pretty strong warning at the top in the author's notes and also gave a link to see a less graphic version of the chapter. I'm sorry that you were offended. I can assure you that there is a reason for the horrible treatment of Buffy; something pretty bad had to happen to her in order for her behavior going forward in the story to be understood. Here's the warning that is in the author's notes. Sorry you don't feel that was sufficient: WARNING!! PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE YOU READ THIS CHAPTER!! This chapter contains rape of a main character by not very nice creatures! Although it's part of the plot, this chapter is violent, disturbing and may be upsetting to some people. If you would rather read a version that is less graphic with regard to the rape scene follow the link below (it will take you to my web site where the alternate version is posted): (link provided in notes). **~** -Passion4Spike 2010.04.22

Author's Response: I hope you'll continue to read to see how the events of this chapter shape the rest of the story. Although there are some dark chapters ahead, none are like this one - B&S will have their love and relationship tested . .. . but I think you'll like the end result. Thanks for posting your opinion. I appreciate your input. -Passion4Spike 2010.04.22

So in that dimension the FE already has Spike under its control. As you say, hard to read.

Author's Response: Yes, it's gonna be a rough road for a while now . . .The First Evil is really gonna mess with our heroes. . . . Thanks for reading and posting your thoughts! I truly appreciate it! -Passion4Spike 2010.04.22

So who's got Buffy? Guess I'' have to wait until next time...

Author's Response: Oooooo .,. .. yep . . . gonna have to wait to find out. I think that it may be "not of the good" . .. . Thanks so much for reading and reviewing! Very much appreciated! "Bloody brilliant!" as our fav Vamp would say! -Passion4Spike 2010.04.21

Aha! I was a bit lost in the timeline, but now I know when we are. Lovely Christmas - Quiet before the storm. Good times ahead - not.

Author's Response: Yes, we are in season 7 . . . The First is coming . . . You're right, there will be no quiet times for a while now. HOLD ON, it's about to get very rocky! Thanks for reading and reviewing . . I very much appreciate it!! -Passion4Spike 2010.04.20

Author's Response: BTW - if you were confused because we skipped "The Trio", the reason for that will be revealed later . . . -Passion4Spike 2010.04.20

More chapters, thats good.

Author's Response: Oh yeah . . . LOTS MORE! Buckle up, things are just getting interesting now . . . :-) Thanks for reading and posting!! I truly appreciate it!! -Passion4Spike 2010.04.18

Ingenious.

Author's Response: Thanks, ever so!! Now, if they can just capture Angel without dusting him or getting themselves hurt . . . and if Willow can find those darn souls . . . . Thanks so much for reading and Posting comments!! I truly appreciate it! -Passion4Spike 2010.04.18

Tara survived, thats good.

Author's Response: Yeah . . .I just couldn't do it, couldn't kill her. I think everyone loved Tara! She's so sweet and good for Willow. Thanks for reading and posting! -Passion4Spike 2010.04.16

Please update as soon as you can.

Author's Response: Definately!! Will get more out this afternoon for everyone . . Thanks so much for reading and posting!! -Passion4Spike 2010.04.15

Wonder if we will se dark Willow.

Author's Response: Thanks for reading and posting! I'll get the next chapter out later this afternoon and we'll see what happens then! Thanks again! -Passion4Spike 2010.04.15

Xander and Anya did get married, that's great.

Author's Response: Yeah for Xander and Anya!! Thank goodness Spike was there to shake some sense into Xander! (or knock him out and drag him to the altar - if need be!) Thanks for reading and leaving comments!! I really appreciate it! -Passion4Spike 2010.04.12

I had a bit of trouble accepting that Spike would urge Willow to bring Buffy back, but you've made it sound quite logical. So glad he's got her to tell him she was in Heaven - perhaps they can both begin to heal now.

Author's Response: Thanks for reading and posting. Glad I could get across why he needed her back - how broken he was. There'll be more along those lines in the next chapter, too. I'll post more later today! Thanks again!! -Passion4Spike 2010.04.07

I think this was an amazingly done chapter. I've really liked the story as a whole so far, but this chapter made it for me. I could understand Buffy's anguish as much as Spike's and could side with both of them. I really felt the heartbreak in their words. It's a tough situation with no right or wrong side and that's what makes it life. I know it will be tough for them but I hope they can find a way to make it work and I think the end of this chapter shows there is hope.

Author's Response: I know I'm a little weird, but your review gave me goose bumps! Thank you so much!! It really means a lot that others can feel what I'm trying to bring out in the characters - it really makes me feel great! I'll have more soon - she still has a ways to go, but now Spike can help her. -Passion4Spike 2010.04.06

The baby scenes were so cute! It's a neat development that Buffy and Spike can share dreams via their bond too :) I really, really hate Riley lol But at least Buffy won't be dating him this time around :D

*hugggles*

Author's Response: DEFINATELY no Riley date-age! Glad you liked the baby scene . . . good thing that happiness clause was lifted for certain Spike would've lost it. . . Thanks so much for posting!! -Passion4Spike 2010.04.04