1. Chapter 1 by bookchick81 [Reviews - 2] (888 words)
DISCLAIMER: All characters are creations of Joss Whedon and owned by Mutant Enemy. I am humbly writing this as a tribute to 2 of my favorite shows. I own nothing – Joss is God.

Author's Note: I have set this post-"Angel" and have taken none of the comics into account. Any similarity between situations in my story and the comics is pure coincidence. I am also using Joss's original idea of ending "Chosen" where Buffy got her wish to bring Tara back.

And now on to the show!

2. Chapter 2 by bookchick81 [Reviews - 1] (1007 words)

3. Chapter 3 by bookchick81 [Reviews - 1] (1629 words)
I sincerely apologize for posting this out of order. I had thought I had all of the chapters posted on here. Mea culpa. Hope you all enjoy these chapters, in the correct order.
A warning for those of you who may not be fans of quoting poetry or songs in stories. I felt that quoting the song "Good Night Sweet Girl" by Ghost of the Robot (James Marsters' band) was necessary. Listening to it & reading the lyrics evokes (at least in me) a feeling that Spike could have written this about Buffy. Judge for yourself.
And as usual, Joss owns all - I'm just borrowing.

4. Chapter 4 by bookchick81 [Reviews - 1] (1305 words)
Thank you for the nice things you all have said so far. Again, I am REALLY REALLY REALLY sorry to confuse folks by posting the wrong chapters.
Hope you all enjoy.

5. Chapter 5 by bookchick81 [Reviews - 1] (1491 words)
Characters aren't mine - but they are living in my fantasy world for a little while.

6. Chapter 6 by bookchick81 [Reviews - 0] (1609 words)
A quick explanation before the next chapter: this is my version of Buffy. She has gone through emotional hell for the last 6 years and thinks she finally deserves some happiness. I had someone contradict my characterization of her somewhere else & it almost made me quit writing this story. So please be kind. Coming soon, some steamy Spuffy goodness.

7. Chapter 7 by bookchick81 [Reviews - 0] (1976 words)
NOTE: This chapter is a lot longer because I couldn't figure out where to start Chapter 8. The middle to end contain some mature content. Consider yourself warned :)

8. Chapter 8 by bookchick81 [Reviews - 0] (1881 words)
Thanks to all of you who have commented on my story thus far. You have no idea how much it means that people are actually reading my story and enjoying it. Just a warning – this chapter is kinda NC-17. Enjoy!

p.s. For any Jane Austen fans reading, I've included a little snippet from my favorite novel. Let's see if you can find it ;)

9. Chapter 9 by bookchick81 [Reviews - 0] (1675 words)
Be proud: I'm trying to post them in order ;)

10. Chapter 10 by bookchick81 [Reviews - 0] (1786 words)
Hope you enjoy this installment. Not much happens except some more lovin'.

11. Chapter 11 by bookchick81 [Reviews - 0] (2156 words)
"Salus" means safety in Latin. Figured since "Caritas" had already been used once, Lorne would want to name a new club something else. And another thing, how could I not add Lorne? Consider this a small, but loving tribute to the great Andy Hallett who will be forever missed.

12. Chapter 12 by bookchick81 [Reviews - 0] (2006 words)
Thank you to everyone who has commented. Thanks must also be given to CordyKitten for her suggestions about making my LiveJournal page better. And now onward & upward!

13. Chapter 13 by bookchick81 [Reviews - 3] (2224 words)
And now, finally, Chapter 13 - where it belongs. I feel like a giant dope for posting this story out of order. I hope you all forgive me & are loving the story.