Summary: Response to Challenge #195 at BSV. Early Season Four, Giles finds an ancient ritual that may solve their problem of what to do with the recently chipped, but not-so-harmless William the Bloody...but Buffy gets a bit more than she bargained for in the process....
Rated: 18
Categories: General Fics Characters: None
Genres: Romance, Action, Angst
Warnings: Violence, Sexual Situations
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 109 Completed: Yes
Word count: 335000 Read: 153519
Published: 03/18/2006 Updated: 11/11/2006

1. The Problem by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 12] Liked (2604 words)

2. The Solution? by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 14] Liked (2841 words)

3. The Plan by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 10] Liked (2586 words)

4. Preparations by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 15] Liked (2562 words)

5. The Challenge by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 17] Liked (4274 words)

6. The Conflict by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 15] Liked (2902 words)
The following chapter or two will begin to get into semi- to non-con sex....be warned!!!!

7. The Victor? by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 13] Liked (2936 words)
WARNING: the next few chapters contain semi-to-non-con sexual activity...the next few chapters will be the darkest part of this fic...you have been warned...
And just two more words for those of you who are anxiously awaiting the winner of this fight, before you stone me....
ASSUME NOTHING!!!!
Enjoy, and happy reading! :)

8. The Purpose by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 18] Liked (3324 words)

9. The Struggle by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 18] Liked (3001 words)
AUTHOR'S NOTE: Hope half of my readers don't hunt me down and stone me after this chapter...lol...just trust me that I am going places with this story that have not been revealed yet, and although it may appear that there is a clear winner in this chapter...that may not be so clear in coming chapters...
Hope you all continue to enjoy the story as it goes along.. :)
JL

10. Reflection by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 14] Liked (2648 words)

11. The Consequences by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 17] Liked (3579 words)
WARNING: This chap plays around the edge of non-con with general kinkiness... you have been warned!! :)

12. The Lesson by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 18] Liked (5096 words)
WARNING: if you read the last chapter, you probably know what to expect...proceed with caution :)

13. The Aftermath by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 17] Liked (2831 words)

14. Questions and Answers by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 12] Liked (3019 words)

15. The Choice by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 13] Liked (3540 words)

16. The Discovery by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 9] Liked (3947 words)

17. Resistance by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 8] Liked (3577 words)

18. Friends by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 17] Liked (3156 words)

19. Reclaimed by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 15] Liked (3548 words)

20. Mastery by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 10] Liked (3132 words)

21. Communication by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 7] Liked (4242 words)

22. The Secret by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 10] Liked (3371 words)

23. Dirty Little Secret by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 13] Liked (2897 words)

24. Revelations by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 10] Liked (2855 words)

25. Coming Clean by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 9] Liked (2881 words)

26. More Questions than Answers by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 12] Liked (3234 words)

27. The Surprise by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 10] Liked (2980 words)

28. Ancient History by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 4] Liked (3342 words)

29. Confessions by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 12] Liked (3379 words)

30. Enough by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 5] Liked (3796 words)

31. Consequences by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 10] Liked (3892 words)

32. Taking Comfort by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 12] Liked (3584 words)

33. The Painful Truth by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 15] Liked (2777 words)

34. Confrontation by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 11] Liked (2458 words)

35. A Difference of Opinion by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 13] Liked (3277 words)

36. Taking Control by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 9] Liked (3564 words)

37. Revelation by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 10] Liked (2683 words)

38. Speculation by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 7] Liked (3075 words)

39. Tell It Like It Is by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 12] Liked (2788 words)

40. Bits and Pieces by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 10] Liked (2812 words)

41. Struggle by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 8] Liked (2793 words)

42. A Crowded Mind by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 11] Liked (3596 words)

43. Silver Lining by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 12] Liked (2865 words)

44. A Small Victory by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 2] Liked (3731 words)

45. Finding Refuge by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 11] Liked (2922 words)

46. The Key by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 9] Liked (2958 words)

47. Out of Control by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 7] Liked (3068 words)

48. Discovery by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 18] Liked (3447 words)

49. Blood Sacrifice by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 11] Liked (4266 words)

50. Healing by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 5] Liked (2769 words)

51. Laying Down the Law by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 9] Liked (2788 words)

52. Origins by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 12] Liked (2990 words)

53. Becoming Me by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 13] Liked (2773 words)

54. Trust Me by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 10] Liked (3769 words)

55. The Answer by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 16] Liked (4126 words)

56. Power Play by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 10] Liked (2594 words)

57. Wake Up Call by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 10] Liked (2807 words)

58. Secrets and Schemes by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 8] Liked (2636 words)

59. Out of Time by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 10] Liked (2661 words)

60. Choice and Sacrifice by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 9] Liked (2856 words)

61. Possession by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 7] Liked (2501 words)

62. Saving the World by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 10] Liked (2343 words)

63. The Morning After by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 13] Liked (3767 words)

64. Dangerous Bond by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 11] Liked (3047 words)

65. A Battle of Wits by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 11] Liked (2722 words)

66. Strong Enough by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 11] Liked (2903 words)

67. Fighting for Love by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 9] Liked (3250 words)
WARNING: this chapter is still very dark and violent, but you probably don't want to miss it, because something very important happens near the end... :)

68. Not Alone by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 10] Liked (2615 words)
Continuing squickiness, though not as much as preceding chapters....

69. Victory in Defeat by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 10] Liked (2784 words)

70. Secret Rendezvous by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 7] Liked (3479 words)
WARNING: this chapter contains non-con, in the form of the completion of the ritual...not very graphic, but be warned! :)

71. Necessary Evils by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 8] Liked (2710 words)

72. Letting It Go by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 8] Liked (3102 words)

73. Turned Tables by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 10] Liked (2488 words)

74. The Plan by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 6] Liked (2538 words)

75. Taking Cover by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 1] Liked (2794 words)

76. Shocking Revelation by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 5] Liked (3027 words)

77. Blurring the Boundaries by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 6] Liked (2931 words)

78. Mastery by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 8] Liked (2594 words)

79. The Price of Freedom by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 7] Liked (2660 words)

80. Complications by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 7] Liked (2539 words)

81. Final Conflict by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 5] Liked (3329 words)

82. Rising Tensions by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 7] Liked (3691 words)

83. A Deadly Risk by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 8] Liked (3419 words)

84. Welcome Home by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 4] Liked (2925 words)

85. The Final Moments by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 9] Liked (3478 words)

86. Showdown by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 9] Liked (2557 words)

87. Taking Responsibility by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 9] Liked (3508 words)

88. Aftermath by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 10] Liked (2967 words)

89. Loose Ends by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 13] Liked (3883 words)

90. The Truth Hurts by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 15] Liked (2915 words)

91. The Heart of the Matter by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 14] Liked (2831 words)

92. Facing Demons by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 11] Liked (3390 words)

93. Poetic Irony by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 9] Liked (2519 words)

94. Taking It Back by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 11] Liked (2739 words)

95. What He Deserves by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 7] Liked (3043 words)
WARNING: implied references to past sexuality between Spike and Angelus, rape, abuse...though not graphic, very implied, and very *past*... :)

96. Fighting Dirty by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 11] Liked (2870 words)

97. One and the Same by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 9] Liked (2000 words)

98. Into the Light by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 7] Liked (3369 words)

99. Calm After the Storm by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 11] Liked (2501 words)

100. Healing by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 10] Liked (2273 words)

101. Best of Intentions by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 14] Liked (2504 words)

102. Confessions by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 7] Liked (2502 words)

103. Decisions by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 9] Liked (2734 words)

104. Weight of the World by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 8] Liked (3394 words)

105. To Find the Truth by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 12] Liked (2343 words)

106. Choices by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 9] Liked (2737 words)

107. Answers by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 10] Liked (3136 words)

108. There Are Worse Things... by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 7] Liked (3175 words)

109. Epilogue: Almost Home by DreamsofSpike [Reviews - 21] Liked (4069 words)