1. Chapter 1 by Dorians Kitten [Reviews - 18] (2016 words)
This is an idea I have been playing with for awhile and finally just had to be written. I have a few chapters written and even beta-read already, so updates will come quickly. Also, this is my first self-made banner. Don't make fun of it. ;)

Extra Special Thanks to Puddinhead for beta-reading and enthusiasm!!!

2. Chapter 2 by Dorians Kitten [Reviews - 20] (2101 words)
Thank You for all the lovely words. I hope you like chapter two. Let me know. :) Thanks to Puddinhead for beta-reading and support.

3. Chapter 3 by Dorians Kitten [Reviews - 12] (2030 words)
Thank you all so much for the lovely comments. I am way behind in responding to all of them, but I promised a new chapter this weekend...so here it is. :)
Extra Special Thanks to Puddinhead for beta-reading and enthusiasm!!!

4. Chapter 4 by Dorians Kitten [Reviews - 6] (2767 words)
It's Buffy's birthday. Happy Birthday Buffy! It seemed only right to post an update given the special occasion. :)
Extra Special Thanks to Puddinhead for beta-reading and enthusiasm!!!

5. Chapter 5 by Dorians Kitten [Reviews - 14] (4267 words)
Okay, I think folks are going to enjoy this extra long chapter. :) If you do, please let me know.
Extra Special Thanks to Puddinhead for beta-reading and enthusiasm!!!

6. Chapter 6 by Dorians Kitten [Reviews - 4] (3025 words)
PLEASE READ.

This was delayed more than I'd hoped. I'm sorry. :( I got all caught up editing an older story. Which brings me to my news. I'm taking The Best Man down. It makes me sad to do that because I love the story and I very much appreciated all the support and comments it received. But that's the thing- I love that story and I think, maybe--just maybe--I can rework a few bits and get it published. A couple of very supportive friends are encouraging me to try, so I am facing the fear head on and doing it. The story will be up on the archives for another day or so if anyone wants to give it a quick read or reread. If you have or take a copy, please don't pass it around. Thank you...very much. And on with the first date...
Extra Special Thanks to Puddinhead for beta-reading and general awesomeness.

7. Chapter 7 by Dorians Kitten [Reviews - 11] (2350 words)
This story has been back-burnered a bit but it is still simmering so updates will keep coming.
Extra Special Thanks to Puddinhead for beta-reading and enthusiasm!!!

I hope you all like this chapter-let me know. Okay? Thanks. ;)

8. Chapter 8 by Dorians Kitten [Reviews - 15] (2299 words)
This chapter is un-betaed. Frankly, I'm over-loading my beta with original stuff and this post is so long in the coming that it felt silly to postpone any more.
Thank you to anyone who reads. Please leave me a note if you do. :)

9. Chapter 9 by Dorians Kitten [Reviews - 24] (4124 words)
I'm a bit behind on responding to all the lovely comments about the last chapter of this. Don't think that means I don't adore them. I do. In fact, finding there was still such love for these little tale inspired me to write you all a nice long (smutty) chapter. :) Who knows what could happen if this one gets a good response.

10. Chapter 10 by Dorians Kitten [Reviews - 4] (2704 words)
Hi there. Remember me? I've stopped writing fic in order to focus on orginal stuff and I have a half dozen original projects I should be working on write now. Only sometimes Spike's voice is the only one I hear and I have always loved this story, so sometimes I work on it a little bit. It's taken ages, but I'm getting awfully close to wrapping it up. I have several (very sexy) chapters done and outlines for the rest, so I figured it was time to share them. I'll post a couple of chapters a week and hopefully have the final one written before I run out.



Some of these chapters (I wrote out of order, so I cannot be certain which) have been read by Puddinhead and/or Minx Delovely. They always provide wonderful advice, so big thanks to them. Any mistakes are all mine.

Disclaimer: All publicly recognizable characters, settings, etc. are the property of their respective owners. The original characters and plot are the property of the author. The author is in no way associated with the owners, creators, or producers of any media franchise. No copyright infringement is intended.

11. Chapter 11 by Dorians Kitten [Reviews - 3] (1745 words)
Everyone has been so nice. I can't tell you how much the warm welcome back has meant to me. Thank you. Spuffy folks are the best!

As I mentioned in the notes for the last chapter (WHICH IS NEW-READ CHAPTER 10 if you haven't) some of this benefitted greatly from comments by Puddinhead and/or Minx Delovely. They are awesome. All mistakes are mine.

*I think you guys are going to like this chapter.*Heart

Disclaimer: All publicly recognizable characters, settings, etc. are the property of their respective owners. The original characters and plot are the property of the author. The author is in no way associated with the owners, creators, or producers of any media franchise. No copyright infringement is intended.

12. Chapter 12 by Dorians Kitten [Reviews - 0] (2416 words)
This story is complete. I'll be adding the final eight chapters today. :)

13. Chapter 13 by Dorians Kitten [Reviews - 0] (3551 words)

14. Chapter 14 by Dorians Kitten [Reviews - 0] (2236 words)

15. Chapter 15 by Dorians Kitten [Reviews - 0] (2336 words)
Thanks for reading. :)

16. Chapter 16 by Dorians Kitten [Reviews - 0] (2102 words)
The indescribable Minx DeLovely gave this a read and has probably helped me chat out my thoughts on this story a dozen times over the years. She's amazing like that. Any mistakes are most certainly mine.

17. Chapter 17 by Dorians Kitten [Reviews - 0] (2234 words)

18. Chapter 18 by Dorians Kitten [Reviews - 0] (3688 words)

19. Chapter 19 by Dorians Kitten [Reviews - 0] (2603 words)

20. Chapter 20 by Dorians Kitten [Reviews - 0] (2200 words)
Here it is: The end. (Finally!) I hope it leaves people satisfied. I've enjoyed writing this story and I appreciate you reading it.