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Author's Chapter Notes:
I’m so sorry if I posted earlier today without an update to my story I went out with my kids and when I came back, you can't imagine how shocked I was when I found out the next chapter wasn’t there. It was definitely my bad since I didn’t double check it before leaving. Honestly, I don’t know how that happened. Again sorry :-) I hope this 2nd installment would compensate for my carelessness.

So Cynthia, it was definitely not you, sweetie.

Also I took a chance by splitting this into 2 chapters. I suggest that you read again the first part before you read part two just to get back into the momentum. Thanks everybody for being supportive.

Also please note that the words in both italics and bold are part of Anya's Essay.
Again I warn you that I'm not good in writing essays so please bear with me.


“Nice of your dad to do that for you.”



“Well, it’s not like he’d been there to support us all this time. I still couldn’t get over the fact that it was only a year ago when he’d decided to show-up after he left us for his secretary.”



“Yup. He does have a lot of making up to do. I’m glad that you’ve given him a chance.”



Buffy smiled. “So am I.”


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Love exists in so many ways and in so many meanings the makes the word itself universal. But looking for true love does not necessarily mean that we need to go the ends of the world to find it. True love may be closer than you think.

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Buffy’s cell phone rang a few minutes later “Oh hi! … Great! We’ll see you then.”



“ So! You’re boyfriend’s back, huh?” Anya assumed judging by the way Buffy was blushing.



Buffy’s eyes went big as headlights when she responded. “What! Boyfriend? No, that was Spike. He said he’s coming to meet with us later right after his last class.”



“Are you ok Buffy? You look a little flushed.” The red head asked with a touch of concern in her voice.


“I am? “ Buffy asked apprehensively. “ Must be the heat.”



“But it’s winter. “ Anya countered.



“ Oh right. M-must be uhm… coming down with something.” She awkwardly stammered, looking down at her cell phone. When it rang again, the look of relief in her face were almost comical.



“Hi Riley….”



As Buffy chatted with her fiancé through the phone, Anya couldn’t help but wonder if something was amiss, judging from the way, Buffy’s expression changed from hot to cold in a span of two seconds. She appeared too relaxed to be talking to the person she’s about to marry especially if they seem to be arguing about something.”



“Bad news?” Willow asked Buffy later after she got off the phone.



“He said he wouldn’t be able to come home till next week. He’ll probably just fly here with his parents.”



“ Oh that sucks! I know I wouldn’t be able to stay away from Oz that long even if I tried.”, Willow said smiling at Oz.



“There’s more. “ Buffy added.



“What is it?”


“Our wedding planner called last night and gave me the heads up that most of the restaurants here in Sunnydale were already booked till the end of next year. He told me that he will be sending his assistant over by Monday. He had insisted that Riley and I check these last two restaurants that he’d recommended so that they could reserve the date for us right away.”


“And the problem is?”


“It’s policy for that restaurant to have the future bride and groom present at the menu selection.”


“Don’t you think it’s a bit too early for selecting entrée’s for your wedding? Can’t you just initially reserve it then just come back with Riley later on?” Anya asked, suddenly intrigued.


“I know that, but the my planner insisted that I make some selections right away since we’re getting married on a peak season, the chefs preferred that they know all the possible entrée’s months before the actual reception.”


“I assumed that you already told Riley about this. What did he say?” Willow asked in a sympathetic tone.



“See that’s the thing. I didn’t tell him.” Buffy told them flatly.



“You didn’t… Why not?” Anya cocked an eyebrow.



“ I just thought of working it out on my own. I remember the last time Riley spoke with a hotel manager, he almost had him fired for neglecting to put out name in VIP list. So if you’re asking me if I’m looking forward to any repeat of that frightful incident, the answer is- a world of no.”



Willow looked thoughtful for a minute before she asked “Tell me, have you met his Assistant before?”



“Well, no. It’ll the first time that I’ll met with him…. or her.”



“Perfect!” Willow told her excitedly.



“And that’s perfect because?”



“Trust me. I got a plan.”



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Friday 4:00 pm


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A very wise friend told me once that in order to find it, I need to open my eyes and I did. I looked around me and felt it.

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Anya reached the hallway just outside Spike’s History class with a big frown upon her face. She and Xander had a big argument over his tardiness when he met her at the cafe. Anya was surprised that she found him in a bad mood. Her constant nagging had made it a lot worse.



At the hallway, she saw Dru and Cordy who seemed to caught up in a deep conversation with Parker. She found herself cocking an eyebrow at Harmony who gave her a cold stare when she saw her approaching.



Anya felt mentally relieved when she spotted Willow chatting up with Buffy, Oz and Xander at the other side while Spike just got out of his class, looking very agitated. He didn’t see her approach him.



Salty goodness Spike. I look at him and the word ‘yum’ springs to mind. I do care about Xander, he’s really good-looking and sex that we usually have can qualify as one of those really explosive ones, but Spike? He’s Sex with legs! With those blue eyes, chiseled cheeks and killer six pack abs (Yes, I’ve ogled so him many times when were at the beach before and if I’m not mistaken so did Willow!) A woman could commit a sin just by looking at him.



Anya noticed right away how his face brightened up the moment he caught the sight of their friends. But there was something with the way he took his time and leaned on the side of door that instantly piqued Anya’s interest.



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I found true love in friendship. In the people who stuck by their loved one even if there’s no assurance that his love will be requited. True love is having to looking into someone’s kindness and strength and somehow knew it within your soul that She’s the One.
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Spike seemed to pretend to look at his notes while he stole secret glances at ….His best friend? Well, that’s interesting! Willow must’ve told them something funny for the rest of them burst into a fit of laughter including Buffy who at the moment had Spike so completely captivated.



“Why are you looking at her like that?”



Spike tore his gaze away from Buffy and turned to Anya. “Like what?”



“I don’t know. Like she’s the most precious thing in the world?”



“Who? Drusilla?”



“And just how dense do you think I am? You know who I’m talking about, Spike. ”



Spike heaved an exasperated sigh. “ Buffy.” He finally said.” How did you-”




“I just kept my eyes open.” Anya intercepted then added proudly.” I had a good teacher.” she recalled Willow’s advice “I’m assuming you haven’t told her yet?”



“Tell her what?”



“That you’re totally and deeply in love with her. “



“Who says I’m….Bloody hell! I can’t all right!”



“Oh my God! I was right! “ She screamed, smacking painfully him on the arm


“Ow! What did you do that for?”


Anya growled in response. “ Why in the world would you keep a secret like that! Do I need to remind you that she’s about to get married in a few months?!!!”



“It’s complicated. “ he told her seriously. “ And if you don’t mind I’d rather we keep it that way.”



“Men! “ Anya made an unladylike snort. “No wonder I’m having such hard time communicating with Xander. You guys spoke cavemen language.”



“The whelp is a bit edgy today. But I couldn’t really blame him since he’s going through a tough time with his family.” Spike turned to where Xander was standing then added sympathetically. “I’m glad he has decided to tell you though. For a moment there I thought he wouldn’t have the guts to cancel the trip. To tell you the truth, I was really surprised myself when I found out that his dad lost his college savings to gambling. I feel bad for him.”



Anya froze, wide eyed and stared back at Spike. “Hold it! Did you just say that Xander lost his college money due to his father’s gambling?”



“You mean he hasn’t told you?” Spike looked like a kid who got caught stealing from a cookie jar. “I thought that was what you two argued about.”



With purpose in mind Anya quickly made her way to her boyfriend. “Xander, why didn’t you tell me?”



Xander quickly caught on what Anya was asking him about. He turned to the rest of the gang. “ You have to excuse us.”


He guided Anya to one of the empty classrooms.



“ I’m sorry. “ Anya pleaded before she threw herself into his arms as tears started to flow from her eyes. “ I didn’t know.”



“I’m sorry too.” He told her as he stared deeply into her way. “ I couldn’t tell you. I didn’t want you think that you’ve chosen a loser for a boyfriend. Can you imagine what Dru and her minions would say the moment they found out about it?”



“But they already think I’m dating a loser?” Anya mumbled good-naturedly.



“Huh?”



“The fact is, no matter what we do, those nosy good for nothing bitches would come up with practically anything to mock our relationship. And I feel sorry for useless attempts coz’ no matter what they say or do, nothing will ever keep me from you.”



Xander withdrew from her embrace and looked at her lovingly. “Is it me or is my girlfriend beginning to sound like Mr. Cowel?”



She chuckled in return. “It’s you.” She teased him back. “Oh before I forget, we have to call our agent right away and cancel the trip while we still can. I know that if we act fast, we could still get a full refund.”



“What? No! We’re not going to cancel the trip. “ Xander told her in a determined tone.



“We have to. You need the money and I-“



“Anya” He cut in, “ I know that this trip means so much to you and it means a lot to me that you’re happy. I love you, Anya.”



Tears welled-up in her eyes once more upon hearing his confessions of love for the first time. “ Oh God, I love you too. I don’t want to go Hawaii any more Xander…”



“But-“



“No buts. Will you listen to me? I want you to know that I would be much happier if we could just scrap the whole trip and just go somewhere we could be alone for the Spring break. Even just hanging out by your dorm room will be excellent for me, as long as we’re together.”



Deeply touched by Anya’s words, Xander could not resist anymore and dipped his head to give his girlfriend a passionate kiss. They only withdrew when air became an issue. “How did I ever get so lucky?” Xander told her huskily.



“No, I’m lucky. Because of you, I finally get it. I've finally gotten what it means.”



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So does love truly exist? You bet it does. It’s not in the number of orgasms that you did with your partner or the Hawaii trip that you’ve been planning this entire semester. But rather it’s the number of times that you keep falling for the same guy each time you discover the real person beneath the surface. Once you’ve realized that you’re willing to think beyond your own happiness, that’s the time you may say that you’ve finally found yourself your one true love.




Satisfied with the final part of her essay, Anya clicked the save button with a smile on her face and closed her laptop. And Xander thought I couldn’t think beyond sex.Pff!



End of Anya’s POV

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On that very same day, Buffy showed-up behind Spike’s dorm room with her heart pounding so loudly in her ears. Ohmygawd! I can’t believe I am doing this. An entire day had already passed since they kissed and the feel of Spike’s lips on hers still shows vividly in her mind.

She knew for sure that he’s in love with Dru so why did he kiss her? Could it be possible that he had feelings for her all along? Buffy shook her head tried to think clearly.


If Spike was starting to feel something for her other than brotherly love, shouldn’t he have told her by now? And even if he’s showing interest in her it doesn’t necessarily means that he’s in love with her, does it? He could just be coming down from a rebound and here she was trying to put meaning into a kiss that she shouldn’t even know about. Ugh!!!! Since when did thinking about her best friend became so complicated as this? Oh right, since you two made with the smoochies!


I’m getting married to a wonderful guy and l still couldn’t stop thinking about Spike. The past is over and Riley is her future. I’ll be damned if I let him hurt me once again.


She knew she should stay away, but circumstance has led her to his doorstep. There was no other way. She needed his help now more than ever.



Sighing, she finally knocked.


A sleepy looking Spike sans shirt opened the door for her. “Buffy, come in.”


“Listen, I need to meet with my dad in few minutes so I’ll be quick and straight to the point. I need to ask a favor from you.”



“All right. Sure I’ll do it.”


“Wait, you even haven’t heard what the favor was.”


“I’m sure it’s nothing I can’t do Buffy. Come on tell me what it is.”


“Spike,” She drew out a big breath before she blurted out. “ Can you please be my fiancé this coming weekend?”



TBC


A/N : Hmmmmm, So Buffy’s been hurt before. I wonder what she meant by that? (Grins wickedly)
For now, I can assure you that I will most definitely continue the story as long as you guys keep reading it. I’ve already written the outline to this story so I pretty much know where the mushies and smoochies are (Winks). I never knew writing a fanfiction can be so exciting!


My thanks to Laura Liz, PhotographyNut, roo, rosie, Cynthia, ash, Kayla, Candace, Mikaela, chrissnicole and to Crystal Pegasus! Thanks to your awesome reviews. I hope you continue to enjoy the story.





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