Chapter 6
Spike heard knocking on his door the next day and went to answer it. He was greeted by a dark haired man, with a smile on his face.
“Hey, Spike,” he said, making his way into the apartment.
Spike only sighed and closed the door. “What are you doing here, Angel?”
He shrugged. “Just wanted to see how you were. It’s really not fair that Hank gave you a week off, but at least I didn’t have to baby-sit his kid. So, where is the little princess?”
Spike laughed and shook his head. “She’s hardly little. She’s at school right now.”
Angel raised his eyebrows. “How old are we talking here?”
Spike took a breath before he answered. “She’s seventeen.”
“Well, it’s a good thing Hank didn’t have me watch her then. If you know what I mean,” he replied with a wink.
Spike rolled his eyes. “Yeah, I know what you mean. You would screw anyone, doesn’t matter how old.”
Angel took offense to that. “Hey, give me some credit. I was only kidding. You know I’m into older women.”
Spike agreed and sat on the couch.
“So, what’s your deal? You wouldn’t be brooding, would you?”
Spike now looked offended. “I don’t brood, I’m just thinking.”
Angel nodded and didn’t say anything else about it.
“Do you believe in love at first sight?”
Angel was surprised at the question. “I haven’t even found love yet, so I really couldn’t tell you. If you’re talking about the Lieutenant’s daughter, I think you should forget it.”
Spike looked up at him in confusion.
Angel decided to clarify. “Hank is very protective of that girl, Spike. You can tell by the way he talks about her. He may like you now, but that would all change if you decided to get with his daughter.”
Spike sighed and rubbed his eyes. “I wish it was that easy.”
Angel then plopped down on the couch next to him. “You haven’t done anything, have you?”
Spike avoided his gaze, which gave Angel the answer he needed.
“Did you sleep with her?”
Spike shrugged. “It just happened.”
Angel couldn’t believe it and jumped back up. “Spike, what were you thinking?”
He didn’t want to argue about it, but he was willing to defend his actions. “I was thinking that I loved her. Nothing else matters when I’m with her. She makes me feel things that I never thought I could feel again.”
Angel calmed down when he saw the look on the younger man’s face. “You love her? You hardly even know her.”
“I know everything I need to know. I just have to start living again, Angel. I’ve been so shut down since Drusilla died. I can’t live my life like that anymore. Buffy makes me want to live again. I can’t give her up.” A pause. “Can we keep this between us for now? I’ll talk to Hank when he comes back. I’m sure he would understand.”
Angel thought about it for a moment. “All right, I won’t say anything. I do owe you my life, after all.”
Spike nodded and gave him a grateful smile. “Thanks,” he replied.
Angel nodded as well and walked over to the door. He looked at his friend one more time. “I hope you know what you’re doing, Spike. Take care of yourself,” he said, then left the apartment.
* * * * *
Spike was waiting in his car for Buffy to come out of school. He finally saw her after a few minutes. She was talking with a red headed girl and a dark haired boy. He then started to feel a twinge of jealousy when Buffy hugged the boy. She waved goodbye to them before walking over to his car.
He smiled at her. “How was your day?”
She shrugged. “Boring as usual.”
Spike nodded. “So, who was that bloke?”
It took Buffy a moment to realize what he was talking about. “Oh, that’s Xander. He’s a friend.”
“Is he just a friend?”
Buffy grinned. “Are you jealous?”
“Should I be?” he wondered.
Buffy moved over and got closer to him. She gave him a kiss on the cheek. “You have no reason to be jealous. He’s like a brother to me. I like you.”
Spike felt relieved and leaned toward her, pressing a quick kiss to her lips. “Let’s get out of here,” he told her, then pulled away from the school and headed for home.
* * * * *
Spike watched Buffy walk out of his room later that night in a short, black skirt and halter top. He raised his eyebrows.
“Just where do you think you’re going dressed like that?”
She looked at him and finished putting her earrings in. “I’m meeting my friends at the Bronze.”
Spike didn’t like the sound of that. “I don’t think that’s such a good idea, Buffy. It’s not safe out there at night.”
Buffy rolled her eyes. “I would be in a crowded club with my friends. I think I’ll be fine.”
He shook his head. “You never know what could happen. If you have to go, I don’t think you should wear that.”
Buffy gazed down at her outfit, then back up at him. “There’s nothing wrong with my clothes. I always dress like this when I go out.”
Spike was about to say something else, when Buffy held her hand up to stop him.
“I’ll make you happy and put a sweater on, Dad.” She turned to walk away, but Spike grabbed her arm.
“Hey, what’s that about?”
Buffy let out a sigh. “Spike, I’m not a kid. I already have to deal with this from my father. I don’t need you treating me the same way, okay? If we’re going to be together, you have to respect that.”
Spike nodded and knew that she was right. “I’m sorry, love. I just worry about you.”
Buffy smiled and pecked him on the lips. “I like that you worry, but you don’t have to worry so much. I can take care of myself.” She then had an idea. “I know, how about you come to the Bronze with me? That way you could watch me if any bad guys decide to show up.”
Spike again didn’t think that was a good idea, even though he really didn’t want her to go alone. “I don’t know about that. I’m not exactly a club person.”
“That’s the idea. Come on, Spike. You need to get out there and have some fun for once. You’re a young guy. Staying inside all night is just not natural. I promise you’ll have fun, and you’ll get to meet my friends. Pretty please,” she said with a pout.
Spike knew that he would agree to anything when she did that. “All right, but only for a little while. You have school tomorrow.”
Buffy smiled and gave him a hug. “You’re the best. I promise you a night of fun,” she said and went to get a sweater to put on.
Spike ran his fingers through his hair. He was afraid of that. He didn’t think he knew how to have fun anymore. He really hoped that Buffy wouldn’t change her mind and decide not to be with him. He didn’t know what he would do without her, and he never wanted to find out.
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Author's Chapter Notes:
I hope this chapter doesn't disappoint. I'm finding myself in a crappy mood today. I got my heart bruised by this guy last night, but I refuse to say that it's broken. He just chose to be with my best friend and it has put me in a seriously bad mood. I'm going to see her this weekend also, so that should be lots of fun. I'm still going to keep up, no matter how crappy I'm feeling at the moment. Anyway, hope you guys like the chapter. Reviews would make me feel a whole lot better=)