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Reviewer: ginar369 Signed Liked [Report This]
Date: 09/17/2013 - 03:28 pm Title: Chapter 9

Xander has always had a crush on Buffy. Almost an obsession with her. Part of me hopes he's been possessed and that is the reason for this behavior. But another part of me thinks this has always been there. We saw it in season 6 Entropy. He always wants what he doesn't have and never appreciates what he does have.

It bothered me that Anya, as much as I like her, was forgiven for her crimes the moment she became human. She never experienced a moment of regret for what she had done until the frat house in season 7. But over a 1,000 years of death, pain and maiming and snap! It's forgotten by everyone because she's human. Those souls really are magic aren't they?!

I always thought Xander was willing to pretend Anya's past didn't exist because he was using her as a nice excuse to make Buffy jealous. It didn't work and he found himself trapped in a relationship with Anya until he finally bailed on her at the wedding.

After this outburst though I can't see Anya staying in the relationship much longer. She deserves so much better.



Author's Response: Hello Ginar. Thanks for your thoughts and comments, I totally agree with the whole soul thing, they really are an amazing commodity! So glad I did absolutely nothing to gain one at birth! : ) As for Xander, I really don't want to spoil anything that's gonna be coming up, but I will say that I agreed with everything you said about him, especially the whole making Buffy jealous thing, and having it backfire on him when he found out she was just happy for him. In case you couldn't tell, I'm not a fan of him! I don't want to comment too much on some of the things you've raised as, like I said, I don't want to spoil anything for you, but I want you to know I truly appreciate you sharing your thoughts with me, and it's kinda cool that You're thinking about something I've written. As a first timer, that's really quite gratifying, so I really do thank you. And thank you for sticking with me, I seemed to have developed a small group that insist on reviewing whenever I update, which, for me, is brilliant! Thanks again for taking the time to leave me your thoughts, it means a lot. Take care. X

Reviewer: All4Spike Signed [Report This]
Date: 09/15/2013 - 11:35 pm Title: Chapter 9

Excellent! However, something tells me that we haven't heard the last from Xander...

Author's Response: Hi A4S! I have to thank you again for following this story of mine. As my first venture into writing, it means a lot that people will share their thoughts with me about what I've written. I'm glad you liked the chapter, and in answer to your possible question, no, I don't think we've heard the last of this from Xander. You can't really expect him to accept Buffy's choices, can you? After all, he knows what's best for Buffy, even if she doesn't! : ) Thanks again for sticking with me, and leaving me some nice, positive comments. I really do appreciate them. Take care. X

Reviewer: magnus374 Signed [Report This]
Date: 09/15/2013 - 09:59 am Title: Chapter 9

In a way it was good that Xander was so aggresive. That made everyone else want to act differently. He did seem a bit too aggresive though. Some leftover hyena spirit?

Author's Response: Hey Magnus. Thanks for the review you wrote me. It's really good to know that people are sticking with me and giving my first go at this a chance. As for Xander, I don't want to spoil things for you, so you can keep guessing, but I will say one thing, which is; Was he really too aggressive, or did he just reveal things he normally wouldn't? When pressed into a situation he didn't like, maybe it was just his true colours coming to the fore? Something to wonder about. Thanks again for taking the time to review. I truly appreciate it.

Reviewer: PaganBaby Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 09/15/2013 - 05:11 am Title: Chapter 9

I loved how strong and supportive Joyce was. You did a great job with all the characters.  And even tho it was a tense situation, I liked the funny moments you injected into it. Anya, as always, provided some good comic relief :DI wanted to punch Xander from the second he opened his mouth lol  I liked how Giles verbally spanked Xander a few times heehee  Xander being upset that Spike was taking his place with Buffy, and his anger that she would even consider dating Spike and not him, made sense.  It was pretty clear that canon Xander had some unresolved Buffy-lust. It made me want to punch Xander even more than I did before lolBuffy standing up for Spike (and for them as a couple) to her friends is big-time wish fillfulment for me. And Buffy slapping Xander?  That was the cherry on top of the sundae :P Just when I thought it couldn't get more awesome! heehee Great chapter, and thanks for the shoutout, sweetie ^_^ *hugs*

Author's Response: Hi, PB! I'd like to say thanks very much for leaving me such a positive review. It keeps me going to know that maybe my first story isn't so bad after all! : ) I'm glad you could find things in there that you liked, and if it's any consolation, I'd like to punch Xander as well! Form an orderly line behind me, and let the beat-down commence! I've said it before, but I don't mind saying it again; I love the idea of Joyce and Spike having a friendship, so I'm gonna right that wrong, if for no other reason than my personal enjoyment! : ) And I may be sounding like a broken record, but for the life of e I can't bring myself to care when I say, first of all, thank you for the beautiful banners. I love them. And secondly, A huge thank you form the bottom of my heart for the encouragement and inspiration you've given me. This is all your doing PB, You started me on this road, and I can't thank you enough. Take care.

Reviewer: Passion4Spike Signed [Report This]
Date: 09/14/2013 - 09:02 pm Title: Chapter 9

Oh, I love Buffy standing up for Spike! Finally seeing all the good he's done for them and not dismissing it! And sweet Tara finding her voice to stand with Buffy. Always love her. And of course Joyce, the lioness! I think we can see where Buffy got her Slayer blood from! Why am I afraid that we may not have seen or heard the last from Xander yet? The little weasel ... I wouldn't put anything past him! Buffy better keep a good eye on him. Too bad they can't actually dis-invite PEOPLE.

Great update ... can't wait for more!

Author's Response: Hi P4S. Thanks for taking the time to review, it means a lot. I'm glad you liked the update. I tried my best to present a balanced argument from Xander, but unfortunately, I think my dislike for him came through rather strongly! : ) I'm also happy you picked up on Tara and Joyce who, in my opinion, could have had a more significant role when it came to Spike. I love the idea of the three of them forming a friendship. Thanks again for the positive review. Take care. X

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