Author's Chapter Notes:
Technically this is the final chapter folks. Though an epilogue will be posted in a few days (hopefully).
Chapter Twenty-two

Abruptly Buffy flung herself into his arms, hanging on for dear life. “Never William,” she babbled. “You would never lie to me.”

As relief flooded his body William felt all the strength leave his limbs and he dropped onto his knees, bringing Buffy with him so he wouldn’t have to let her go. Hugging her tightly he buried his face in her golden hair, finally giving in to the tears that had been burning the back of his eyes all night. “I was so scared Buffy. I thought I’d lost you.”

He felt her shaking in his arms and pulled away to look at her. She was sobbing, a river of tears streaming down her face. He clasped her face between his hands and she looked up at him with big green eyes. “When I thought you didn’t want me, it was like my whole world fell apart. I’m so in love with you I can’t think straight. The thought that you didn’t feel the same–”

“I do Buffy,” he assured her. “You’re everything I want. You’re all I want.”

A sweet smile appeared on Buffy’s face, her tears abating as she realised everything was going to be alright. She stroked gentle fingers along his cheek, taking a deep shaky breath when he turned to kiss the palm of her hand. “William,” she whispered reverently.

“Buffy,” he replied, holding her close. “I love you.”

She kissed him tenderly. “I love you too.”

Their gazes held for a long time as both marvelled at the depth of their feelings for each other. Then, tentatively, Buffy’s hand slid down William’s arm, taking his hand in hers. Still holding his gaze she rose from the floor, tugging him up, and guided him backward toward the bed. William’s eyes widened imperceptibly as he realised what she was doing and his breathing quickly became erratic. Buffy rose up on her tip toes to kiss him lightly on the lips. “Make love to me William,” she whispered.

Their lips joined once more and William drew Buffy against him, his hands sliding down to cup her bottom. She gasped as she felt his hardness pressing against her. Reaching up she delved under the material of his black t-shirt to caress his back and chest. She eased the shirt up his torso, breaking away from his lips for just long enough to remove it completely. Then she moved away from him suddenly and he almost whimpered at the loss of contact. “Buffy?” he gasped.

Buffy placed a finger on his lips to silence him. Nervously she reached for the hem of her shirt, quickly drawing it over her head before she could lose her nerve. William’s eyes remained firmly on her face, adoring her with his eyes, and she smiled. Gaining confidence now, she slowly reached behind her to unclasp her bra and then she eased it off her shoulders and down her arms. Standing topless in front of him she straightened her shoulders and lifted her chin proudly; her chest rising and falling rapidly with her breathing.

William walked toward her until his bare chest was almost touching hers. She was held captive by his blue eyes, shivering when she felt his fingers brush along her ribcage. He moved in to kiss her and his hands wandered up the sides of her torso before moving forward to gently cup her breasts.

Buffy’s head fell back and she gasped at the feel of his hands on her bare skin, arching to rub her hardened nipples against his palms. William took the opportunity to trail wet kisses down her neck and along her collar bone. When his lips closed over one taunt nipple Buffy cried out as bolts of heat shot from the aching tip straight to the throbbing place between her thighs.

Wanting more she stumbled back, tumbling them both onto the bed in a tangle of limbs. Buffy giggled as she scooted up the bed, sighing when William lowered his weight on top of her. His hand delved into her track pants, stroking firmly over her buttocks and down the outside of her leg before slowing down on the way back up her inner thigh. His fingertips brushed against her wet centre and she whimpered.

She was so hot, her skin so smooth, that William quickly became desperate for more. Sitting up he ran his hands over her stomach to the waistband of her pants. Buffy raised her hips so he could ease them down her legs; leaving her in nothing but her white lace panties. William’s breath hitched as he sat looking at her. Suddenly feeling shy Buffy raised her arms to cover herself but William stopped her.

“Don’t,” he whispered. “I just want to look at you.” His eyes slowly rose back to hers. “You’re so beautiful.”

His words brought tears of emotion to her eyes and Buffy sat up in front of him. “It’s not fair that you’re the only one who can look,” she teased.

Smiling wickedly William got up off the bed and made short work of discarding his jeans. When he was naked in front of her Buffy knelt on the bed, her eyes skittering over his lean body. Drinking him in. Finally, her gaze landed on the one part of him that was about to change her forever and she found herself staring at him in fascination. Hesitantly she reached out a hand to touch him and he hissed, his hips thrusting forward slightly. She looked up at him with wide, trusting eyes. “William, I want you.”

Suddenly ravenous William pushed her back down on the bed, covering her body with his own. Her panties were torn from her body and she shivered in excitement at his sudden aggression. Their mouths clashed in passionate abandon. Their hands skimmed each other in a desperate attempt to be everywhere at once. All hesitation and modesty were forgotten in the onslaught of want and desire.

“Buffy,” he gasped between kisses, barely able to tear himself away from her lips. “Condom love.”

Buffy flung an arm out, blindly groping for her drawer. Wrenching it open she fumbled inside for a moment, finally coming up with the small packet. William took it out of her hand and ripped off the corner with his teeth. They smiled at each other as he sheathed himself and settled himself between her legs. She felt him nudge her entrance and whimpered in need. Her legs wrapped eagerly around him and her hips curled in instinctive invitation.

“Ready?” William asked huskily.

“Yes.” Buffy’s voice was firm and steady, her writhing body echoing her affirmation.

Covering her mouth in a deep kiss William began to push forward. Buffy squeezed her eyes closed, hissing at the discomfort of being stretched as he gently rocked his way into her. And yet her hips continued to move against him. Her body craving more, wordlessly begging for his invasion. When she felt a sharp, intense pain she cried out.

William stopped moving instantly, his breath heavy with lust, his body rigid with control. He rained kisses on her face and neck, whispering words of love and adoration. After a few moments the pain began to fade and Buffy moved tentatively against him. Sensing her readiness William drew back a little before easing into her again. They both moaned at the feeling of being joined in the most intimate way possible; their bodies falling into a sensual rhythm.

Buffy finally opened her eyes to find William watching her face intently. Their gazes locked and they shared silent declarations of love and wonder. Their pace increased slowly until they both cried out in completion; their bodies quaking as waves of pleasure crashed over them.

For a long time afterward they lay side by side, staring into each other’s eyes, exchanging happy smiles and slow languid kisses. Buffy bit her bottom lip before breaking into giggles suddenly. “What is it?” William asked.

“I have no idea. I just feel so happy and I can’t stop myself.”

William laughed, wrapping his arm around her waist to hug her to him. “I know what you mean.”

“I’m glad that it happened like this.”

“Why?” William cocked his head curiously.

Buffy rolled onto her back, looking up at the ceiling. “I had all these plans and ideas for exactly how last night was going to be. How we would act and how I would feel and stuff. It was different in so many ways. I’m sure I would have made a mess of things last night by trying to stick to a plan.”

Propping himself up on an elbow he traced odd shapes on her stomach with his index finger. “How was it different?”

Buffy smiled. “It was more fun than I thought. In my head it was going to be all serious and tense.”

“I think I like the fun way better.” Suddenly he bent down and blew a wet raspberry on her cheek and Buffy yelped in surprise. Jumping up she attacked his ribs right where she knew he was ticklish, delighting in his high-pitched squeal. Grabbing her arms William wrestled her to the bed, covering her body with his. “Oh kitten, you are in so much trouble for that.”

“Oh no. What are you going to do to me?” she asked in mock fear.

“Well my dear,” William drawled as he snaked down her body, stopping to dip his tongue into her belly button. “I think I’m going to have to punish you. Torment you with unfulfilled lust until you beg me to make you come.”

Excited and freshly aroused by his words Buffy played along, adopting an indignant tone. “Oh you ghastly beast!”

He looked up her with an evil grin. “What can I tell you baby? I’ve always been bad.”

Buffy laughed, nodding in agreement. “I’m beginning to realise that. I guess it just took Spike to bring out the bad boy in you.”

William smirked. “I guess so.”

“William?” Buffy asked with a coaxing tone.

“Yes?” His expression showed he knew she was up to something, even if he didn’t know what yet.

“I know Spike is gone. Or at least is back to living inside my sweet William. But…” she leaned up to nip on his ear before asking cheekily, “will you still wear the coat for me?”

William gave a bark of laughter. “Are you kidding?” he asked incredulously. “That thing cost me a fortune. I’ll wear it anytime you like pet.”

With a happy cry Buffy threw her arms around him. She rolled them until she was on top, straddling his hips so she could take control for the next round. “I’ll love you forever,” she told him joyfully.

“That’s good,” William replied. “Cause I’ll love you for always. No matter what else changes, that’s the one thing that will always stay the same.”

- The End -

A/N: An epilogue will be posted asap.





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