if i was parker right now i would be running away cause his ass is grass. great update. spike was so sweet in this chapter. can't wait for more update again soon please.

Have to say, I love the quote at the end. Very nice, emotional chapter. Love the story so far, hope all turns out well. Update soon.

Wow. This story is just amazing.

Time to slaughter that wanker. So glad that Buffy still trusts Spike (sitting on his lap was just so sweet). Spike is really showing a TON of restraint! I LOVE THIS (even though it's so sad at times). I really want some female to BEAT PARKER TO DEATH (can you write the x-wrestler CHINA into this tale and have her kill him slowly - or how bout Willow is still a witch in this and she does a "warren" on his ass and skins him alive in front of all the women he's ever touched in an unkind way) - damn, kill that bastard soon cause I'm really getting bloodthirsty here (JIK - you do things in your time - I know I love it all).

Another awesome chapter! Well done :)

Ok good at leaast she's going to the hospital so there'll be evidence against him... cant wait for more!!! and i still feel like killing Parker very very very slowly, make it really excruciating, and by the end of the day when he's dead he'll only have his head and torso left intact..... grrrrrr......

oh! That last part was really sweet. I'm glad Buffy did go to Spike for comfort. It's a bit of a relief that she's not afraid of him. Wonderful chapter again!

parker MUST pay!!!! great chapter. keep up the great work.

aww....the last chapy was just .... made me sad...beyond sad.. i can't even express it. i hope everything works out

Sh**! We needed the comfort chapter! Thank you... I want to relate a story to you, quickly (I hope) and I hope this is okay here: If you've never been in a situation like this story's plot line, then you have no idea what it means to have family, or friends or just even strangers that take the time to help and comfort you. I can't believe, Ashlee, how you have captured the whole 'picture' of a violent, abusive relationship in such a realistic way. The sense of helplessness, hopelessness, by the abuse victim and everyone around her is so right on in this story. Without going into the 'victims' rights' mantra, I would like to remind everyone reading this story that there are probably 'battered womens and mens, and childrens'' shelters near them that could use a little help. Remember, there are many women, men and children who do not have the family and friend support needed to get them out of the abusive situation and into a safe haven. Please consider donating toys, for the kids, a dollar or two for supplies, even clothes in good shape and makeup supplies, etc. to these shelters. Most shelters provide job finding classes so the women, especially, can make a new life for themselves and their families. The clothing and makeup help with the job interviews and it's amazing how morale lifting a little warm comfort can be for the families in the shelters. Okay, I'm going on and this was supposed to be a review. I'm just so damn taken with this fiction and it is definitely bringing tears to my eyes. Anyway, another great chapter Ashlee, and please, update soon. Luv, Spuf

Love it! Can't wait to read more!

Yes! Take her to the hospital THEY'LL call the police.