Come Back to Me by SpikesDeb

Theresa
06/27/2014 01:58 pm
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One of the best fan fictions I have read thus far!    I do hope you will be able to finish this sometime.    Very few fan fictions have been able to hold my interest past 2 or 3 chapters, so GREAT JOB! 

Thank you for sharing your talent with the rest of us.

 

momnesia@yahoo.com
10/30/2013 11:07 pm
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Very good!!!!    Please tell me there's more yet to come!     Very good story, much better than average fan fiction that I've read.

Thank you for shaing your talent with the rest of us!

momnesia

BT
01/15/2009 03:24 pm
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I just re-found this fic and am so happy there was an update.  Yeah, I know, 2 months ago, but hey, life with readers gets busy too!  :)  Hoping to see another chapter someday...
That last line was so wonderful.  I just love Lorne.

11/01/2008 02:57 am
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what a fantastic surprise. so happy to see an update to your fine tale. thanks for the read.

All4Spike
10/31/2008 10:27 pm
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How wonderful to find an update to this wonderful fic! I was beginning to think you'd abandoned it!
Now then... is Xander acting in his right mind or has he been bespelled? To be honest, I'm not totally sure I care. I could quite happily see Angel dust, though, but I suppose they have to go through with the ritual, if they can get their paws on him again..
Buffy's going to be OK... isn't she? Please?

10/31/2008 12:56 pm
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Awww. Brave Lorne.  Love vengeful Faith, understanding Giles and that you got an update in. :)

FoolForLove
10/31/2008 06:23 am
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Oh, this is brilliant. Thanks so much!

10/30/2008 09:07 pm
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Oh my God! An update! YES!!! And it's so GOOD!!! Thank you so very much for not giving up on this fic, I love it!

*hugs*

Pin
10/30/2008 06:01 pm
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Excellent - really delighted to see the update.  Glad Spike made it through ( I never doubted him) should be a great smack down between spike and Angel.  neat!

kim
10/30/2008 06:15 am
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Ooo, nice last line.
What a mess!

10/30/2008 01:53 am
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Wonderful surprise to find an update when I came on tonight!!  We still haven't given up on this story even if it has been awhile.  Keep up the great work!

10/30/2008 01:20 am
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Great Chapter!  So glad you didn't forget about this story!

03/10/2008 02:29 am
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I love this story. More soon please.

12/24/2007 08:51 am
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wow....angel's pretty far out there at this point ... poor lorne!! i hope he's alive still...things are looking dark for them right now...can't wait for more, love :)
Yes, Angel's deep into the dark. And Lorne...well, I won't keep you waiting for long. So glad you enjoyed, and next chapter will be up soon.

12/13/2007 09:48 pm
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ABSOLUTELY loved that there was an update and that I finally got around to reading it. I just hope that they can get Buffy some real help. Xander is really over his head. Why in the world would Lorne allow himself to be suckered like that. He has seen into Angel and knows how twisted he could be. Loved that Faith is on the ball here. AND they really better get it together before Spike does come back. He will be on the WAR path and out for blood.
Thank you. So sorry for keeping you waiting. There'll be more very soon. Xander is desperate, but I think he's beyond help, and Lorne just let his guard down. I wanted Faith to step up to the plate. I have a real soft spot for her - so long as she's not with Spike! Hope you like the next chapter, coming very soon, and thanks.

shelly
12/11/2007 05:10 am
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wow! lots of crazy stuff is happening all over the place! So glad to see a new chapter!

zombiegirl
12/11/2007 04:50 am
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Loved it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

12/11/2007 02:43 am
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excellent chapter, thank you. i think it is time for spike to take control, the hell with 'friends' and 'the powers' xander and angel should die now. painfully. but i thought that on the show. angel not angelus. had more respect for the twisted vampire than i did for his broody counterpart. never had any respect for xander.

12/11/2007 01:42 am
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Oh dear.....Angel is crazy as a loon (as is Xander). This is really tense.

Glad they realized the reaction they'd get from Spike if they don't temper things quickly.

LOL that no on thought of 911 ... so used to dealing with war on their own they didn't give a thought to normal responses. That is typical.

Glad to see the update.

Kathleen

time of change
12/11/2007 12:37 am
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Eeep! It's an evil cliffhanger! You really have the tension ratcheted up on this one. Good writing.

12/10/2007 01:54 pm
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Uh oh - just when you think things might be looking up... Exciting chapter, sweeties. Good Xander - alternating between remorse and blaming everyone else. Very true to the character.

12/10/2007 08:06 am
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Oh God! Buffy is stabbed, Lorne is unconscious, Spike's not there a-n-d Xander might get away? Deep breaths now... Trusting the writer...Trusting the writer...Trusting the writer...

Please update soon!!!

XXX

12/10/2007 07:40 am
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I'm sending this review prior to reading the chapter just to let you know I'm actually squee-ing with delight (yep, at work!) for seeing an update:P Will send another one right after I read it!:P

XXX

kim
12/10/2007 04:57 am
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Well, I don't think Lorne woulda been quite that scared, but good chapter. Faith, Willow, Andrew's question...

Xander really is lost, now. Idiot.

10/09/2007 07:05 am
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Been following this story since the start want more Please
Sorry for the delay, Diesa. My beta's been very busy, and I've been equally challenged. I hope it'll be worth the wait! I do have a chapter ready with my beta and when she's tidied I'll post. Thanks for your interest.

Sotia
10/04/2007 03:56 am
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I'm not complaining, or anything (I swear I'm not, I realize the muse has a mind of its own!) but I just wanted to say that I hope you haven't given up on this story!

I hope RL is treating you well,
XOXOX

Sotia
Hi Sotia. Don't worry - I haven't given up. My beta's been extremely busy and as she's a huge part of the reason this story works, I am happy to wait for her. I'm hoping to wrap the story up in the next couple of months. Thanks so much for your interest, and for the good wishes. RL - is busy, but good, and hope you are well also. xx

Sotia M.
09/01/2007 02:40 pm
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Thank you, thank you, thank yououou!!!

You've really made my day, wouldn't mind missing any night's sleep to read wht happens next:P

XOXO
Awww, thanks Sotia. *blushes* Glad to amuse you - I don't sleep myself when I'm writing, so I'll see what I can do to make it worth your while. Thank you so much.

Sotia
08/14/2007 04:38 am
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I just forfeited a good night's sleep (it's 5:36 in the morning here in Greece) to read this AMAZING story so far and almost chewed my lips of doing so... and -well- no regrets!!!

PLEASE-PLEASE-PLEASE keep writing, you are sooooo good at it!
Oh my! Sorry for the lack of sleep - but I am carrying on, I promise :) My beta has been really busy lately, but she's worth waiting for. I hope to have an update up in the next few days and then more following swiftly after that. Thanks so much for your wonderful feedback. I'm so very honoured by your kind words. Get some sleep! *grins*

fertie40
07/17/2007 05:15 am
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Wonderful chapter but what a cliffhanger!! I have been following this tale for quite awhile and I am so glad you updated it. the way you wrote about Whistler and Spike during the trial was incredible and then to give us such a twist at the end. Please update soon!
Thank you so much; I'm delighted you're enjoying it. The next chapter...and maybe the one after that will be going to beta tonight so you won't have to wait long. *blushes* at your kind words.

shelly
07/12/2007 09:26 am
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aah! Its evil to stop there!! lvong this fic! on the edge of my seat every chapter!
*evil cackle* What can I say? It's fun being evil. But I won't keep you hanging for long. Thanks so much, glad you're enjoying and thanks for taking the time to tell me.

07/11/2007 05:43 pm
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OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG!!!!!! I am DYIN HERE! Great Chapter! Your EVIL leaving it like that! Please PLEASE update soon!
Thanks GoldmOOn - glad you enjoyed and yep, I was feeling decidedly evil :) Glad you enjoyed and I'll post more soon.

07/10/2007 11:34 pm
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oh man!! i never would have expected xander to do that, no matter what...man, that's awful!! i hope she's gonna be okay...great chapter, love, very intense and exciting :)
Thanks so much - I think I was possessed by something when I wrote that bit...:) Glad you're enjoying, more very soon.

07/09/2007 08:09 pm
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xander is going to need more than travers for protection, excellent read and a very surprising end to the chapter. thank you.
Xander is definitely dicing with death. Pissed off Spike versus Wolfram and Hart - no contest :) So glad you're enjoying, thank you so much - and sorry for the cliffhanger; I couldn't help it :)

07/09/2007 01:03 pm
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Spike needs to ome back, Buffy needs to be healed and Xander needs to get his ass kicked. Great chapter.
Thank you. I'll see what I can do ;)

pretty_in_fangs
07/09/2007 05:56 am
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Oh... wow.


That I was not expecting. I'll be waiting breathlessly.
Eep! Better get posting quickly then, so you can breathe :) Thanks so much, glad you're enjoying.

kim
07/09/2007 03:05 am
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Ah, so that's where you're taking it....

Willow, call upon life and heal Buffy the good way!

Spike's gonna be so pissed when he gets back...
Hee! Yep, he's not going to be a happy vamp :) Glad you're enjoying it and thanks.

katamaphone
07/09/2007 12:22 am
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I love this story!!! I've followed it from the beginning and I can't wait to see what you have planned next. I was so very pleased to see a new chapter......I'm looking forward to some xan-man torture and come-uppance.....Of all the characters in the Buffy-verse, Xander and Angel were my least favourite;so to be reading a story where they're both,hopefully going to get what's coming to them,is quite delicious I must say::))........and.. You!.....Wicked girl!! Making me worry about Buffy now! My poor heart! Spike's gonna freak!....Love it!::))
Thank you so much! I'm delighted you're enjoying and hopefully you'll like my resolution to Xander and Angel. And yes...guilty as charged re the cliffhanger - sorry! I just had to... Thanks again, more very soon.

07/09/2007 12:16 am
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Already reviewed on LJ, but what the hell... Yay for new chapter. :)
*hugs you* Thanks hun - more soon!

Tamara
07/09/2007 12:09 am
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Why do the Powers invest so much in Angel? I think they're backing the wrong horse.

One hell of a clifhanger you left us with.
*hides* Erm...yeah, the cliffhanger...sorry! I think the Powers have a genuine blindspot where it comes to Angel. Shall I see if I can fix that? *grins*

Thanks!

07/08/2007 11:36 pm
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That was very powerful. Xander would show his restraint any longer. He better find Travers before Willow does. Excellent chapter. Wondering if The Powers were ready for that. Will Spike feel what's happened to his Buffy? This next chapter should give us a lot of answers. Thanks Deb, really enjoying this.
Hey Verda :) Thanks for your review. Yes - it's all coming to a head now, and you can bet your bottom dollar that Spike won't be happy. Xander's a walking dead man :) So glad you're enjoying.

07/08/2007 08:46 pm
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Great chapter! THanks for the update. So Xander finally snaps and shows how truly crazy he really is, just as Spike might be succeeding in his trials. Great action. Looking forward to more
Xander's doomed, right enough. And Spike isn't going to be happy to come back to his lover bleeding out. Thanks for reading, and I'll post more very soon.

zombiegirl
07/08/2007 08:38 pm
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Oh my stars, what a execellent way to end a chapter. So good and I am glad to you back.
*blushes* thank you :) Glad to be back - thought I'd lost myself there for a little while. More very soon!

Jane
07/08/2007 07:48 pm
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Oh my god, Xanders really gone over to the darkside now. I can't see how he's gonna get himself out of this one, and I really don't want him to. I wonder who'll get him first Ripper or William the Bloody. More please.
Yep, Xander's dancing with death - and it's debatable who'll hand him his head. Glad you're enjoying and I'll post more soon. Thank you.

07/08/2007 07:13 pm
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Hum....Xander blew his own cover. Good (time for some magic to heal Buffy methinks).

Spike needs to see himself clearly...makes sense although they sure did put him through the wringer to get the point across. Angel is worth that? I have to agree with Buffy on that one.

Glad to see the update, still enjoying the story.

Kathleen
Thanks Kathleen, much appreciated. I always thought the Powers gave Angel too much credit, and it looks as though you agree with me. Glad you're still enjoying, and I hope you like what's coming next :)

06/19/2007 07:01 pm
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Ack! That's an evil, evil place to stop! This story is by the best post NFA fic I have read. Please do continue. :)
*blushes* Thank you so much. I've got a chapter back from my beta tonight so I may be be able to post depending upon things she's flagged up. If not tonight, definitely tomorrow so you won't have long to wait. I'm so glad you're enjoying.

Melissa
06/04/2007 04:34 pm
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Oh my god please please finish this story...Does he get through this trial? What happens ok I'm on the edge of my seat here. Stayed up pretty much all night reading it and want more...pretty please!!!
I'm finishing it, don't worry - I won't leave you hanging. My beta has the next chapter and I'm working on the one after that. I'm close to the end on this story, so thanks so much for your kind words.

nmcil
04/22/2007 12:34 am
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great story -
Hi there; I'm late with the replies but I wanted to thank you for taking the time to review. Much appreciated. Thanks - delighted you're enjoying. More soon!

04/20/2007 04:32 am
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Spike is nothing like Angel, there is no comparison. He was doing so well, standing toe-to-toe with the Powers. He can't give up now. This is what lead him to getting his soul and so much better then Angel. No way Angelus would have fought for his. The Powers are trying to rattle his cage and he'll make it back to his girl's, I have no doubt. Excellent story, thanks Deb.
Hi there; I'm late with the replies but I wanted to thank you for taking the time to review. Much appreciated. I know - Spike is such a wuss when it comes to 'that scene', and the Powers were never going to let that one go. Hopefully you'll enjoy how I deal with it - chapter is with my beta so won't be long. Thanks once again.

04/20/2007 12:58 am
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Ahhh but Spike remember how that led to your getting that shiny soul!!!!!!

Excellent update. I do so love this story and can't wait to see what Xander is up to. LOVE Angel corrupted but still with soulus intactus.

Look forward to more.

Kathleen
Hi there; I'm late with the replies but I wanted to thank you for taking the time to review. Much appreciated. Thanks Kathleen, I'm thrilled you like souled-yet-corrupt Angel. I desperately didn't want him to be Angelus, but I wanted him raw. Hope you like the way I continue with this story, and hope your life has calmed down a little - you've had a lot to deal with. Take care. Debs

04/19/2007 09:52 pm
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spike handled all the scenes, except the last, very well. that will take a little longer. excellent update, thank you for the fine read.
Hi there; I'm late with the replies but I wanted to thank you for taking the time to review. Much appreciated. I think the Powers know how to hurt him. Next chapter is with my beta so won't be long. Thanks for your support through this fic - you make my day with your reviews.

04/19/2007 04:26 pm
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it says something about him that that one scene was able to convince him of what all the others could not -- that things would have been so much better without him, and apparently that's not really the case...angelus and darla and dru would have done much the same things with or without him there, and buffy would still have faced countless enemies, even if he wasn't one of them...this is heartbreaking, can't wait to see what happens next :)
Hi there; I'm late with the replies but I wanted to thank you for taking the time to review. Much appreciated. He's such a tender vamp, our boy, but I hope I fix it for you. Thanks!

04/19/2007 12:44 pm
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After the last thing Spike saw, I really want to beat up the Powers. Bad, bad powers!
Hi there; I'm late with the replies but I wanted to thank you for taking the time to review. Much appreciated. Yep, queue to beat the powers starts behind me *thumbs over shoulder*. Hope you like how I deal with it, and thanks again.

04/19/2007 11:58 am
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Of course, Spike's just being shown the start of each scene. Not enough to base any kind of decision on. Sometimes, I intensely dislike the PTB.
Hi there; I'm late with the replies but I wanted to thank you for taking the time to review. Much appreciated. Well, the Powers aren't big on giving the 'big picture' - that would be too easy. They do suck - but I hope you like the way I deal with it. Thanks.

golddrake
04/19/2007 06:58 am
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great chapter
Hi there; I'm late with the replies but I wanted to thank you for taking the time to review. Much appreciated. Thank you!

04/19/2007 05:53 am
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oh man! Spike LET IT GO!!!! Sheesh! Great chapter btw! Can't wait for the next update! The powers have to be messing with him again,, they ALWAYS mess with him! Ggggrrrrrrrr!!!!!
Hi there; I'm late with the replies but I wanted to thank you for taking the time to review. Much appreciated. Yep, one set of messing Powers - don't you just hate them? Hopefully you'll enjoy the way I deal with it. Thanks again.

kim
04/19/2007 05:30 am
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They're just doing a mind screw with you, Spike. You're right about not being able to change the past...and Buffy got over that moment. She still trusted you to look after Dawn, and all was "forgiven" once she learned about your soul. And she loves you now...for everyone to see.
Hi there; I'm late with the replies but I wanted to thank you for taking the time to review. Much appreciated. Well, hopefully somebody can convince Spike that all is well...can't see Buffy letting him slip through her fingers now. Thanks again :)

04/19/2007 06:34 pm
Decisions         
Well, knock me over with a feather! Travers has teamed up with the Senior Partners. That's brilliant! Guess Xander hadn't known about Darla being tied to W&H after her resurrection, sadly he'll soon find out, besides she loved the scoobies, doubt if she'd be happy about being pulled out of heaven at the expense of her friends. So grateful that Willow's on to him or I'd be chewing my nails bloody. So exciting hate to stop now, but I must get a few things done today. Will finish the next chapter later tonight. Thank you for this wonderful story.
Hi there; I'm late with the replies but I wanted to thank you for taking the time to review. Much appreciated. You're so very generous with your kind words - and I'm glad Travers was a surprise :) Hope you enjoy the rest.

03/29/2007 09:39 pm
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very good update, thanks for the fine read. it is nice to be able to spread the hate around; travers, angel and xander.
Always glad to give you hateful characters, in a good way. :) Thanks for reading and reviewing, next chapter is now up.

03/29/2007 06:09 pm
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it's funny, you've managed to make xander so utterly dispicable, so manipulative and evil, and yet he's still the same character...dialogue, mannerisms, emotions, everything is spot on...i love this chapter, pet, excellent job with it :)
Wow. I'm so grateful for your review and your comments about Xander. I was aiming to twist him but keep him 'Xander-like' so I'm thrilled you think I managed it. Thanks so much! Next chapter is now up.

time of change
03/29/2007 01:17 pm
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Wow. I missed a few chapters. Travers, huh? That's...diabolical! And I love the tiny bit of doubt in Angel's eyes. Xander...well, we'll have to wait and see, huh?
Travers is kind of compelling to me because I really can't see any redeeming features in him so I'm seeing where I can push him. Angel has to have some leeway I think and Xander...so deluded. Thank you for reading and reviewing, much appreciated. Next chapter is now up.

jane
03/28/2007 11:49 am
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Yay really pleased to see an update of this fic. Could almost feel sorry for Xander, almost. Then my better halfs asserts its self and I want to see his arse kicked from one end of LA to the other. Looking forward to more.
Xander is so deluded. Thanks for your comments - I'll see what I can do about the kicking :) Next chapter is now up.

03/28/2007 10:30 am
Decisions         
Love seeing an update to this story. (yeah, I should talk with my wayward muse of the moment LOL). Xander is chilling and to add Travers in iny form is to add more ice on the spine. Hope Willow can keep herself from automatically being hopeful where her buddy is concerned....she has such a soft spot with Xan. I wish Anya COULD be returned (maybe by Spike, wouldn't THAT just burn Xan's butt) but he is so selfish and hateful he doesn't deserve her.

Excellent, hon and welcomed update.

Kathleen
Aww, thanks so much. My muse has taken a vacation it seems, little minx. She's not with yours, is she? Glad you liked Travers. I do like him as an interesting character in a twisted kind of way. He has so much potential! Next chapter is now up. Hope you enjoy - and hope you're feeling better! Deb x

pretty_in_fangs
03/28/2007 06:39 am
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And Xander digs himself deeper and deeper...

THought I must confess, you took me by surprise. I was laying odds on Ethan, not Travers.
Thank you - and I glad I got the surprise in. I did so want to :) Next chapter is now up.

03/28/2007 06:25 am
Decisions         
Willow doesn't seem willing to give Xander up yet, and she'll probably tell him not to betray them and such things.
Great chapter.
Willow's such a wuss with Xander. Maybe she can save him...who knows :) Thanks so much, next chapter is now up.

03/28/2007 05:09 am
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oh boy! Been following this story from the start and its all about to hit the fan huh.... CAN'T WAIT!!!

Great update!
Thank you so much! I know it's a long haul - next chapter is up tonight. Hope you enjoy :)

kim
03/28/2007 03:46 am
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Gah! Sick, evil Xander.....stupid boy. I hope he gets what's coming to him.
I know, he's such a bad boy. Next chapter is now up - thanks :)

04/19/2007 06:07 pm
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Well, I did it again, missed these last two updates, I wished they had a "Favorites" feature here so thery're not missed. I'm afraid Raynes is his liasion at W&H. That can't be very good. Xander's getting on my last nerve! Excellent Faith dialogue. Surpised tall dark and broody that he still had his soul. Happy that Wes out a way to save Spike. I have to say, I love it when an english writer is writing the Spike, Giles and Wesley scenes. The flavor is so much better. Thanks Deb, going to read the next chapter before I have to run some errands.
Hi there; I'm late with the replies but I wanted to thank you for taking the time to review. Much appreciated. I'm very touched that you think the Faith dialogue worked, because I was worried about it. And thanks for the vote for Brit writers :) I do find it easier to write for British characters as I have to doublecheck that I haven't anglicised others. Thanks so much, and hope you enjoy the rest.

03/04/2007 09:12 pm
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hummmmmmmmm I am so curious! Can't wait for the next chapter! GREAT CHAPTERS btw!
Hi there; I'm late with the replies but I wanted to thank you for taking the time to review. Much appreciated. Thank you :) I'm so pleased you're enjoying this story. More is with my beta so it won't be long :)

02/21/2007 04:46 pm
Old Friends         
Oooo who could it be?!?!?! Xander recognized the voice so it's someone we know. Hum.....

Glad the Watchers have found a way (and loved Giles being sheepish about wanting Spike around).

Great Faith/Angel dialogue. She WOULD be the one to say the right things to him. They had a connection in canon that would have been interesting to see play further.

So very Spuffy that they don't want to lose a moment as the clock runs down. Love the comedy that tempers the angst there.

Xander is going deeper into the rabbit hole that sucked Angel down I think. ooooooo scary!

Excellent update.

Kathleen
Hi there Kathleen; I'm late with the replies but I wanted to thank you for taking the time to review. Much appreciated. It's getting messy, right enough. And thanks for saying the Faith/Angel dialogue worked - I was worried I'd missed the voices. Thanks so much :)

02/21/2007 02:52 pm
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man, xander's gonna cause a lot of trouble, isn't he? and i'm glad faith managed to get to angel instead of vice versa...great chapter, looking forward to more :)
Hi there; I'm late with the replies but I wanted to thank you for taking the time to review. Much appreciated. Yep, Xander's going to be the spanner in the works, and I did want somebody to kind of be on Angel's side...kinda. Thanks!

02/21/2007 07:26 am
Old Friends         
Xander's just beyond hope, now. No way the old Xander would just watch a human sacrifice without even blinking. Truthfully, I'd rather both he and Angel were staked.
Hi there; I'm late with the replies but I wanted to thank you for taking the time to review. Much appreciated. Yes, Xander's so bitter he's losing his link to humanity. And another vote for the Xander/Angel staking :)

Brandy
02/21/2007 05:31 am
Old Friends         
Great chapter, thank you so much for the update. Can we just kill Xander and Angel at the same time, very painfully. Hope all is well with you and your family and that you are able to update again soon.
Hi there; I'm late with the replies but I wanted to thank you for taking the time to review. Much appreciated. Hee! You're not the first to want Angel and Xander done away with. Thanks :)

Tamara
02/21/2007 04:44 am
Old Friends         
Xander really has gone over completely to the dark side , hasn't he?
Hi there; I'm late with the replies but I wanted to thank you for taking the time to review. Much appreciated. Yes, Xander's heading for the black hole. Thanks :)

kim
02/21/2007 04:24 am
Old Friends         
Ethan? Or Travers?

Ooo, Faith got to him, hee hee hee...
And the Watchers'll make good.
Hi there; I'm late with the replies but I wanted to thank you for taking the time to review. Much appreciated. Thanks! I was torn between the two to be honest, but the one I used had more possibilities.

02/21/2007 07:42 am
Choices         
Sorry I missed this update but I was still in the hospital when then. Love Loren, he's right about Spike being drool-worthy. Glad I got to see Spike deck Angelus. Xander's going to be problem now isn't he? Happy that Spike's taking the time to be with Buffy and to hell with everything and one. Sorry RL is giving you such a hard time, believe me I know that it's never smooth sailing for long. Glad to have another chapter to read, thanks for getting these to us.
Hi there; I'm late with the replies but I wanted to thank you for taking the time to review. Much appreciated. Thanks for sticking with me. I've got another chapter with my beta so that'll go up soon and then it's not very long until the end of this marathon! :)

12/05/2006 06:04 am
Choices         
very good update, thank you. love spike realizing he holds the winning hand, the powers need him. xander should not have survived season one. can you please kill him.
Kill Xander...me? I'm shocked! *grins* I'll see if I can tempt the muse. And Spike can kick some butt if he just realises how special he really is. Thanks for reading and reviewing, more very soon.

12/04/2006 09:23 pm
Choices         
Xander so sucks. I actually like Faith for a change, though. And any story where Dawn is unconscious through most of it is great in my books.
*grins* Xander is so beyond redemption. And I've got a sneaking soft spot for Faith that took me by surprise, so I'm glad it's coming through. Next chapter very soon and thanks.

golddrake
12/04/2006 04:28 am
Choices         
great chapter
Thank you very much. Next chapter is written, being edited and will be up soon.

12/04/2006 03:28 am
Choices         
well, xander's going to cause a whole lot of trouble again, isn't he? wonder why nothing showed in spike's future? hmmm....very interesting chapter, looking forward to more :)
Xander is not playing with a full deck. And he's about to head over to the dark side. Wicked boy! Glad you enjoyed and the next chapter will be up very soon. *hugs*

12/04/2006 01:14 am
Choices         
Ah - all caught up (which was much easier after I'd reread the first few chapters and realized which fic it was.lol)Please be kind to an old woman and don't make it so long between updates! :)
*grins* I have a chapter to post - just need to edit. Sorry to leave it so long...I didn't even remember the story!!

12/03/2006 08:40 pm
Choices         
Xander makes me so angry and the secret future for Spike makes me worried.
Great chapter.
Xander is truly annoyingly bitter and self-pitying; and I'm so glad you get that, because it was so difficult to write him like that. Spike is certainly living on the edge, but I won't keep you hanging for long. Thanks for reading and reviewing.

tis-kit
12/03/2006 07:31 pm
Choices         
I adore this story and am definitely still with you!

Despite the darkness that is suddenly Xander and the generally worrying situation, the character interactions are brilliant and always cheer me up.
Thank you so much; that makes me even more determined to get the muse knuckled down. Will have more for you very soon.

kim
12/03/2006 05:46 pm
Choices         
Geeze, Xander's gotten ugly. Ah, to have Anya around to give him a good smackdown.

Good chapter. And Spike's got the gist down - the Powers do need him a lot more.
Xander's bitter and twisted and seems doomed to relive his father's life. Sorry about that, but I need him to be dark. And Spike deserves to be appreciated, goddamit! Thanks for reading and reviewing.

Shady
12/03/2006 05:38 pm
Choices         
Thank you for updating my story, Debs!! You know how I love it.

But damn, down with Xander!!

*clings* I always think of you when I'm writing Come Back. Hope you're well hun. And Xander - poor deluded guy. But, he's messing with stuff he shouldn't be...

12/03/2006 02:23 pm
Bring Me to Life         
Hey!!!!!!!!!! what the bleeding hell is wrong with you.!!!!!!!! u can't just end it there get to the writing ,c'mon write coz it's like really really good so yeah write!!!!! coz it's good ..... really good.
Sorry for the delay - next chapter is up right now. :) Thanks for reading and I hope you enjoy it.

Inzey
11/27/2006 09:25 am
Bring Me to Life         
Loved the reunion between Spike and Buffy.
Great chapter, waiting patiently for the next.
Spuffy reunions are always lovely in my book. :) Glad you enjoyed.

vladt
10/09/2006 07:44 am
Bring Me to Life         
very good read, thank you. don't bother joining "Evil!Cliffhangers Anonymous", you will miss too many meeting while you are plotting more evil cliffies.
I know, I know. I'm bad...I think it must be an illness or something. I can't seem to write a story without leaving it hanging. Help me! Thanks for reading and reviewing.

10/08/2006 12:53 pm
Bring Me to Life         
When Spike was standing in front of the Powers, did he miss that they called him they're Champion. Looks like he did. Wonder how Xander would feel if Buffy give up his life to save Spike's, not very good I'm guessing. Spike's back with her now and at the moment that's all that matters. Well this catches me up, so I'll have to beg for updates like everyone else, so please update soon, need to find out up the last trail is going to be. Great story, thank you for the read.
Thanks Verda. Spike is still unsure of himself, like the big softhearted vamp he really is. He's that used to being the 'kick the Spike' that he's been in the past that he can't believe that he'd matter so much. Xander is just so bitter he's missing the important things. Next chapter is now up, so if you want to read....? Thanks.

Lynda
10/04/2006 11:57 pm
Bring Me to Life         
I am so glad you are back with this story. I love these trial. I cannot wait to see the last trial. I look forward to my(I mean your) happy ending.
I'm glad I'm back too! Thought the muse had deserted me for greener pastures. Last trial is imminent, hope it doesn't disappoint, and thank you.

10/04/2006 07:01 am
Bring Me to Life         
awesome story. Love it. But I'm a little bit confused...about the second test...wouldn't it alter the timeline? Or was it an alternate reality or an illusion of some sort? If Spike sacrificed himself like that, wouldn't he still be human and not a vampire anymore?
Thank you. I'm allowing poetic licence to intrude a little; whilst it is likely that it would alter the timeline, I'm betting on the Powers fixing everything back just so that they get their hero. I'm allowing my imagination to run a little bit away with me. Hope it doesn't confuse too much.

kim
10/04/2006 06:14 am
Bring Me to Life         
Anya's not going to want you, Xander, for that kind of price. She's not that kinda girl anymore.

Great Spike bit.
Yes, Xander...Xander. Poor deluded guy. He's in for a shock alright. Thanks for reading and reviewing, much appreciated.

10/04/2006 06:02 am
Bring Me to Life         
wow...that's sad, i cant believe xander's sunk so low...and spike's choice was so...so spike... :) great update, pet...looking forward to more :)
Thank you. Spike will never be the one making the expected choice. And don't we just love him for it? Glad you're enjoying. More is now up :)

10/04/2006 01:59 am
Bring Me to Life         
dun, dun, dun, The Powers suck, do they have like a boss I can talk too :P
Hee. Yep, the boss would be me....

02/21/2007 08:39 am
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Guess we know now just what he's supposed to do. She's not giving him an option. Hope he can do it. It will get him back to Buffy faster but don't know what Xander's going to do with the information that Matt's got for him. Will the Powers help protect Spike from them? they are using him after all, for Angelus. Just don't really know who their true champion is? W&H can do a lot of damage as well to our Spike. Hoping that RL is treating you better. Post when you can. This is an excellent fic and we will wait. Thanks.
So sorry I haven't replied - I missed the e-mails. So glad you're enjoying this story and I'm grateful for your well thought out comments. Hope you enjoy the rest - next chapter is now up.

08/27/2006 03:33 pm
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:o Omg!! talk about choices...
*ducks* I know, sorry. But it will all become clear, I promise, and very soon. Thanks for reading and reviewing. :)

pretty_in_fangs
08/25/2006 06:51 pm
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Looks like the PTB are going to push the issue.

So glad to see this update!
The PTB are messing with our Spike. It's very annoying...*evil cackle*

Thanks for reading and reviewing, very much appreciated. Next update won't be as long, I promise.

golddrake
08/25/2006 04:39 am
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great chapter
Thank you so much!

vladt
08/25/2006 04:11 am
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so glad to read this fine tale again. excellent update. there doesn't seem to be anything left to save in xander. no big, he and angel were never worth much anyway. thanks for the great update and, what is becoming a trademark, evil cliffie. thanks again.
Hey Vladt, thanks for your great review. And *hangs head* sorry for the evil cliffie. I can't seem to help it. Is there such a group as Evil!Cliffhangers Anonymous? Xander is in a bad way. I feel kinda sorry for him...

Thanks for reading and reviewing, very much appreciated.

08/25/2006 02:40 am
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uhhhhmmmmm...... ya know leaving it here is just cruel and unusal punishment *whimpers*
Well, you know, I spend that much time with Kat she kinda rubs off on me. We are evil, after all...

Won't keep you waiting long for the next. Thanks! :)

*pets the pup*

MARGARET
08/25/2006 12:30 am
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THANKS FOR THE UPDATE. BOY THESE TRIALS ARE REALLY SOMETHING. DOESN'T SEEM FAIR TO SPIKE AT ALL!
Thanks for the review. The trials are supposed to stretch him, but yes - poor vamp; he always gets the beating, doesn't he? I'll try to fix it very soon. Thanks again.

08/24/2006 05:32 am
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oh man, dru is nutty ... but i think xander might be worse off...great chapter, left me longing for the next :)
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed. Dru is just a delight to write because you can just waffle on about stuff and it's in character. :)

Xander is seriously having issues. Poor guy. It won't be long for the next chapter. Thanks once again.

08/24/2006 03:33 am
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oh no! I'm sensing a choice, eck!! now i'm all nail bitey girl, loved the update by the way, and hope willow can finally get through to Xander!
EEP! Don't want to damage your nails. :) So glad you've enjoyed and thanks bunches for letting me know. Not long to wait for the next one, I promise.

10/08/2006 12:28 pm
Regression         
I wondered if they might have had tha agreement, they did it with Darla, why not Anya. I wish they would anyway when this was all over, even if Anya doesn't want him anymore. They should bring back Tara too if Willow wanted, but not if she'd be like Buffy when she came back. Guess Dru made up his mind for him. Awesome chapter, thanks.
Thank you. The thing is with the PTB, they're tricky little suckers. You never know exactly what you're getting. Thanks once again for sticking with this story.

Kittenuno
08/24/2006 09:36 am
Regression         
Suspense and more suspense! I am biting my nails from chapter to chapter. Great characters and the plot is amazing! Can't wait for the next chapter.
*grins* I'm thrilled you like this story. More is being written right now so won't be long for the next update. Thanks so much for your lovely review.

kim
08/24/2006 04:01 am
Regression         
Can't change the past, William. Either way, his mother has to die. I think the Powers just forced the choice.

Xander...what an idiot. Does he seriously think he can trust Angel to come through with Anya? That's insane, with Angel in Angelus mode.
Xander isn't thinking straight at all. And Angel is very manipulative. Poor Spike has a hard choice to make, but I won't keep you hanging for long to see what happens. Thanks for reading and reviewing, much appreciated.

10/08/2006 12:07 pm
Unexpected         
Facing both of the people whom they thought they love above all else, they come to realize that it was no longer true. Spike and Buffy are the real thing. Hope Cordy's appearence beens that this test is over as well. Great job.
Thank you. I try to keep things interesting. :)

...
08/21/2006 10:38 pm
Unexpected         
AHHH,....it just ended...when can we expect more????

kellyatwood@comcast.net
I know, I'm evil. Next chapter will be up tonight. Sorry for the delay - RL is a bugger right now. But - the muse is back in the saddle and I hope you enjoy the next chapter. Thanks for following and waiting.

Rose
08/19/2006 04:38 am
Unexpected         
I'm so hooked on this story; can't wait for the next chapter!
Next chapter will be up tonight. Sorry it's taken so long; RL is biting me on the bum! Thanks for following and waiting. I'm thrilled the story's grabbed you and thanks for letting me know.

~*~Tasha~*~
07/16/2006 03:46 am
Unexpected         
Oh man ... what a place to leave it. I hope that your muse feels inspired to continue this one. I still love reading it, and I am trying to catch up on the BSV stories. Awesome chapter. I wonder why Cordy is there, and why Dru is lying on the couch. I wonder about human Spike. So many questions. I look forward to the answers.
Thanks so much Tasha. Don't worry - I won't abandon the story ever; this is my baby, it tugs at me even when I'm not posting it. I have had rl issues to deal with but hopefully they are over and I will be able to post more regularly. Next chapter is going up tonight, thanks once again. Much appreciated.

B_Mac
06/25/2006 12:19 am
Unexpected         
Love it. Love it! Love it! Especially Spike going back in time.
Keep those chappies coming.

B
Thanks so much :) Next chapter up tonight, hope you're still with me and sorry for the delay.

06/06/2006 04:13 am
Unexpected         
lol, to bizzy laphing to reply. I can just see Cordelia's face! lmao.
more soon please.
*grins* Glad you liked and thanks for letting me know. Next chapter is up tonight, hope you're still with me through my lack of updates. RL really sucks sometimes. Thanks again.

vladt
06/05/2006 10:44 pm
Unexpected         
excellent read. gotta love dru. thanks for the read.
Thank you for the review! Much appreciated. Dru in the mix always makes things interesting, thanks once again.

06/04/2006 07:01 pm
Unexpected         
Now THAT was an unexpected ending to the chapter *G*.

Love Willow starting to see what Spike always has, there is not much difference between Angel and Angelus at all.

I am dying to find out the Powers real plan here. I agree with Willow that their insistance upon Angel as their champion is (and was on the show) crazy! He was convenient at best.

Kathleen
*evil grin* Glad you enjoyed! I wish more people had seen the distinction on the show - Angel went totally evil as Angelus; Spike was maybe a little more fangy. He was - other than the wonky moral compass - almost human even when the big bad, probably having a lot to do with the fact that he made lasting relationships which appeared to be based on equality. At least, that's what I saw. Anyhoo - thanks for reading and reviewing; I hope to clarify things further very soon. :)

06/04/2006 04:33 pm
Unexpected         
I can't tell you how much I love this story. Thank you for updating :)
Thank you! I'm thrilled that you like it, means so much to me. Next chapter up tonight. Thanks again.

Robyn
06/04/2006 01:52 pm
Unexpected         
I really enjoyed Spike’s reaction to being human and around all his favorite foods. :D And now Cordy’s there, I can’t wait to find out why. Thank you for the update, I really enjoyed it.
Thank you for reading and leaving a comment. I've always thought of Spike as being a very 'human' vampire, so being able to taste and smell would, I think, be a real treat for him. Next chapter up later, hope you enjoy. Thanks again. :)

Randi Giles
06/04/2006 08:07 am
Unexpected         
What the Duce? ...Cordy's a sneaky one
Cordy is a very sly fox. :)

Hope you like the rest, and thanks for reading and reviewing.

Kat
06/04/2006 06:48 am
Unexpected         
hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm good chapter. different endinging. :)
Thank you so much. I've always been different...oh wait, that was I've always been difficult...dayum...

Thanks for reading, next chapter up tonight. :)

06/04/2006 04:41 am
Unexpected         
awesome update! eck! wonder what cordy's doing there? poor buffy, never gets a break!
*sniffle* Buffy does need some loving and some cuddling doesn't she? Well, I'm a Buffy fan so...watch this space. Cordy is...well, I'm putting the next chapter up tonight so I hope you enjoy. Thanks for reading and reviewing, very much appreciated.

06/04/2006 03:52 am
Unexpected         
what the?
OOOH! Speechless...I like that. *grins* I will remedy it all shortly, next chapter going up tonight. Thanks :)

06/04/2006 02:00 am
Unexpected         
I hope that next chap is with your beta now. LOL I read this one when you put it up at your site. IT'S AMAZING AND BRILLIANT!
*blushes* Thanks hun, next chapter is about to go up and I hope you still enjoy. *hugs*

kim
06/04/2006 01:38 am
Unexpected         
Eh? Well, isn't that a cliffie of an ending.

I'm guessing this actually isn't about Angel, at all, but about Spike. The final test to elevate him to favorite of the Powers. Simply because Willow is right about Angel - he doesn't make the right choices in the big moments, nor for the right reasons.

Loved how you wrote Spike's memories of home, the relishment in cherished smells and sounds, and tastes.

Is Dru completely still because the moment's been paused, so Cordy can talk to Spike?
Cliffie - check, my bad. :) I can't seem to help myself. The story is definitely about Spike and how important he is, but I don't want to give too much away. Everybody needs to find their place. I always find smells particularly evocative, transporting you back to a memory or a place so that's why that's in there. And yes, Cordy will be talking to Spike...in the next chapter that is up tonight. Sorry for the delay, had a lot to deal with in RL but hopefully I'm back on track now. Many thanks for following and enjoying this story and for such wonderful comments, much appreciated.

06/04/2006 01:21 am
Unexpected         
whoa! how did *that* happen? excellent update, very much enjoyed it...i have to like dru, even though i want to hate her..you write her very well :)
I'm so pleased you like how I 'do Dru'. She's a fascinating character and very addictive. I'm not a fan of Spru personally, but I can see the attraction of such a couple purely from the intense relationship between them. Still, I'm a Spuffy girl, through and through. Thanks for the review, much appreciated. Next chapter up tonight and I hope you continue to enjoy.

06/04/2006 01:01 am
Unexpected         
I already reasd this one *whines*

Is good but I read it already
*tuts* Impatient pup :) You haven't read the chapter that's going up tonight.... Thanks!

10/08/2006 11:47 am
Surprises         
This shou;d be interesting to say the least. Can't wait to see what Drusilla is there for. How many tests? 3 are the standard rule.Only a few left before Im all caught up. Great read, thanks.
Three tests, the final one is coming up soon. Drusilla just begged to be let into the story. Thanks so much for reading.

~*~Tasha~*~
03/29/2006 09:46 am
Surprises         
Wow. Another perfect chapter. This is so getting to me with each one I read or reread. {shivers} I wonder what is going to happen with Spike and Dru. Dang ... {biting her nails}
Thanks Tasha, so glad you're into this story. It's my baby really, I drag it out of me because I'm so involved in it. Next chapter is up tonight; sorry for the delay, RL has been crazy insane. Much appreciation for you taking the time to read and to review.

Harry 4Eyes
03/27/2006 06:24 pm
Surprises         
Why do I get the feeling that these tests were designed for Spike in the first place and the PTB are using Angel as an excuse and had set this up from the beginning to test Spike and see if he is the true champion? They are testing him to see if he would do the right thing no matter what his personal preference, like Buffy has had to do over the years.

hmmm....well that's my view might change next update ;)
Well loving this fic.
Update soon
Harry
*evil grin* The PTB are conniving little gits aren't they? I hope I don't disappoint and thanks for taking the time and trouble not only to read, but to put so much thought into your comments. Very much appreciated.

Next chapter is up tonight, sorry for the delay caused by a hectic life just lately.

pretty_in_fangs
03/26/2006 08:03 pm
Surprises         
Hmmm... I can't wait to see what the next trial really involves.
Thanks, hope I don't disappoint. Next chapter is up tonight.

03/26/2006 07:57 am
Surprises         
Still in love with this fic! Can't wait to see what happens next.
Thanks hun! Next chapter up tonight, hope you're still with me :)

03/26/2006 04:52 am
Surprises         
OMG! Will he have to dust her to pass or not? That is a truly evil cliffie and I hope you're happy with your torture of your fans.

I think I had been reviewing this elsewhere but I'm happy to see it here. This is a great story and I pray for more soon.
*hides* I'm so bad. OOOOH but it feels good :)

Sorry for the cliffie, but I seem I'm addicted - I just can't help myself. In penance, I can offer you the next chapter tonight. Sorry for the delay, hope you're still with me. Thanks so much for your lovely words.

vladt
03/26/2006 03:54 am
Surprises         
very good. thanks for the excellent read and the evil cliffhanger.
Thanks Vladt, so glad you enjoyed. Next chapter will be up tonight if you're still with me. I apologise for the delay caused by RL issues. :)

03/26/2006 03:54 am
Surprises         
Another evil cliff-hanger, you are so good at those. I loved your first trial, so easy and yet with where his mind was he could have failed. I am looking forward to what other trials are in store for him and what form they take. Thanks for the great chapter.
Why thank you! Cliff-hangers are so addictive, I actually have to try not to end a chapter with them now. I'm damned I tell you. The first trial I thought should be something that was a little bit ambiguous. So glad you're enjoying this story; next chapter is up tonight and I'll be posting more often now RL is settling down a little. Thanks again.

PyroChilde
03/26/2006 03:20 am
Surprises         
Hmmm, this should prove interesting. Dru always makes things interesting.
She certainly does. Hope you enjoy, next chapter up tonight. Thanks for staying with me. RL has been crazy but I'm hoping to be back on track now.

03/26/2006 03:08 am
Surprises         
*gasp* oh no.. i bet he has yo stake her or something.. :P
Now that would be telling....Hope you're still with me, next chapter up tonight. Thank you so much for reviewing, made my day.

03/26/2006 12:41 am
Surprises         
I love how Buffy stood up to Angel and didn't let his words get him down and that she let Spike know that he was her man and that she was 100% behind him! The first trial seemed easy enough but it looks like the 2nd trial will be a doozy! Nothing is ever easy when Dru's around! I can't wait to see what happens!
Thank you, I hope I don't disappoint. Next chapter is up tonight and the plot thickens. Dru is a tricky one and no mistake and the PTB aren't a walk in the park either. So glad you like, this one's my baby. :)

03/26/2006 12:17 am
Surprises         
*gasp*....what's gonna happen? where did they go? fascinating as ever...love this story, can't wait for the next update :)
Thank you. :) Next chapter will be up later tonight, hope you're still with me. I promise to update sooner next time! Thanks again.

03/25/2006 11:54 pm
Surprises         
Gaaah those evil PTB's to have Spike deal with Dru! He will always love her even if he isn't IN love with her. Poor Spike always has to pay the biggest prices while Angel dines for free.

Wonderful update to the terrific story. Thanks.

Kathleen
Thanks Kathleen. Much appreciated; your comments mean a great deal to me bearing in mind how much I enjoy your stories. :)

I get such a kick seeing how riled up this story gets people at Angel. Oh the power! Another chapter will be up later and I appreciate you staying with me. Thanks again.

03/25/2006 11:19 pm
Surprises         
LOL, see this is why you are my senesei :P

G"reat fic, great cliffioe :P
*bows serenely* Why thank you. And pssssst - I get the evol inspiration from Kat...don't tell anyone! :)

03/25/2006 11:05 pm
Surprises         
oooh...I love this story. It was such a happy surprise to see the update. Thanks for sharing it with us.
NO - thank you, I'm thrilled you like it. RL is being a beyatch at the moment, but I have the next chapter back from my beta to post tonight. If you're still with me...Thanks again.

kim
03/25/2006 11:01 pm
Surprises         
Ah...final fight between sire and childe. Dru stands no chance.
Hee! Yep, there's going to be fireworks. Thanks for reading and reviewing.

10/08/2006 11:30 am
Decisions         
That a girl Buffy, give him something to fight for. Let's see what you've got in store for him. Thanks for the great read.
Thank you.

~*~Tasha~*~
03/25/2006 02:59 pm
Decisions         
Evil cliffie ... more more more .... Pretty pretty please.
I know, evil cliffie - but I can't help it. It's like an addiction I tell you. :D

Glad you enjoyed and thanks; next chappy is up.

03/13/2006 06:59 am
Decisions         
arrghh!!! have the trials got something to do with buffy as well!?!?
*zips lips* Not telling! Hee! Sorry, but thanks for reading and reviewing. Much appreciated, and I will be updating soon once my beta has returned from her holiday.

pretty_in_fangs
03/13/2006 05:28 am
Decisions         
Ooooo... ::shivers:: Lovely chapter. I can't wait to see the trials, though I have my suspicions on the first. Can't wait to see if I'm right.
Thanks for you review and for reading. Trials are ahead and I hope I don't disappoint. Thanks again.

Robyn
03/13/2006 02:09 am
Decisions         
Fantastic chapter, of course you did end with that nail-biting cliffhanger. I loved the interaction between Buffy and Spike, and how Spike again realized how much Buffy loves him, and that it is real. Harm was a wonderful piece of fun in the middle of all the angst and her little scene was the perfect balance for the chapter. Update soon. Please. :)
Thanks so much. I liked the idea of Harmony being distracted by shoes and whatnot in the middle of a crisis - she really is an airhead and such fun to write. Cliffhanger - yup, sorry! Had to stop there or my muse would have castigated me. Thanks again and I promise to update soon.

03/13/2006 01:13 am
Decisions         
I wonder why Angel never noticed the aftertaste of his blood. Then again, knowing the broody one he probably just thought the blood tasted bad and thought that it was his penance for all the bad that he had done. Unlike Spike who would add things to the blood to make it taste better. For an undead guy, Spike really knew how to live! lol

I am really worried about what will happen next thanks to your foreshadowing so please don't keep us in suspense for too long! Still loving the story!
I think Angel was used to drinking pigs blood for so long that he didn't even consider there was anything wrong. And Harmony would be demanding the best, as usual, so it would be immediately apparent to her. I won't keep you hanging long, I promise, and thank you so much for your interest.

kim
03/12/2006 10:54 pm
Decisions         
Yikes! Oh, please update soon!

After this, there's no way the Powers can hold Angel in higher regard than Spike. He doesn't even LIKE Angel, and yet he's still doing the right thing.

Kick ass, Big Bad!
I will, I promise. The Powers suck sometimes, but Spike has a way of becoming indispensible and partially due to his sense of noble sacrifice. One fight, coming up. Thanks for reading and reviewing.

03/12/2006 10:21 pm
Decisions         
excellent chappie you evil cliffhanger queen :P
Bwahahaha! So glad you like it, and thanks!

vladt
03/12/2006 09:52 pm
Decisions         
good update, setting up great expectations for next chapter. thanks for the read.
Oooh, now that puts pressure on me! I hope I can live up to them. Thanks for reading and reviewing.

03/12/2006 09:16 pm
Decisions         
Go Spike! I sense some interesting trials coming up, and not the physical ones. At this point, those seem pretty unnecessary, especially for Spike. More story please.
Well spotted! I don't think physical trials would be anything more than a mere inconvenience to him. His battle will be in the mind. More very soon, and thanks!

03/12/2006 08:40 pm
Decisions         
Oooo Can't wait! I know our boy...he has the incentive he needs now to make it through.

This is such a compelling story I love the wonderful updates.

I think there is so much truth to the Angel character you have painted. That demon was always just barely under the surface and not so much under his soul's control either. So very different from Spike, even when Spike was unsouled. You have captured him perfectly here in this story.

Kathleen
Thank you so much Kathleen. I'm glad you find Angel believable. I don't want to 'bash' him because after all he has been chosen by the Powers to be a champion, but I do believe he is flawed. And I don't want him to get Buffy. :) I was always struck by the glaring differences between unsouled Angel and unsouled Spike - even before the chip, Spike was capable of reining in his demonic urges and considering his actions. Angel, however, was always slash and feed, however inventively. So - long winded response, but thank you. :)

03/12/2006 07:38 pm
Decisions         
ooooh...no! don't stop there...must have more...pleeeeeease.
*giggles* More to come very soon, just have to wait for my beta who's been having a well deserved holiday. Thanks for the review.

03/12/2006 07:21 pm
Decisions         
*wipes tears*
ohhhh dramatic ending, great update!
Thank you. Sorry to provoke tears!

03/12/2006 07:18 pm
Decisions         
"You are my heart"...unbelievably beautiful and romantic...love this chapter...can't wait for the next :)
Thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed. More is on its way, but my beta has been on holiday. As soon as I have it, so can you. Thanks again.

Richard
03/12/2006 07:16 pm
Decisions         
One of the problems with the concept of sacrifice is that, in general, it's not compatible with justice. If anything, as of the last few chapters this story is about sacrificing justice. And for what? For obedience to Power. This should give everyone pause for a few moments, and give anyone concerned with justice a sick feeling inside. At the beginning, I loved this story. But more and more it looks like the bad guy won't get the comeuppance I've been anticipating for more than a dozen chapters. I don't like this story anymore.
Sorry you feel that way Richard. And I'm not going to give the ending away just yet. Suffice to say that I have plans for all of the characters that may not be apparent so far. Thank you for taking the time to read and review in the past, and I wish you well in your search for stories that fit in with your definition of justice.

03/12/2006 07:07 pm
Decisions         
Cool update. Love it.
Thanks Mary. Glad you enjoyed.

11/26/2006 09:50 pm
Holding out for a Hero         
Great update, glad Spike came to the rescue, well kind of rescue.
Thank you. I think Spike will always come to Buffy's rescue. :)

10/08/2006 11:10 am
Holding out for a Hero         
How that's going to hurt Buffy. Those words are not something she's willing to hear. Glad everyone's around to help. Reading on, thanks for the exciting chapter.
Buffy's really going to find out who her friends are. Thanks for reading and reviewing.

~*~Tasha~*~
03/25/2006 02:51 pm
Holding out for a Hero         
Oh, {sniffles} Poor Spike and Buffy. Damn it! I want Angel in the breeze. Stupid jerk. Poor Buffy having to know that Angel will not only be saved, but that Spike's death is what will save Angel. I'm running to the next chapter.
Hee! My job here is done! Everybody wants Angel blowing in the wind. *evil cackle* Glad you enjoyed and thanks. :D

PyroChilde
02/27/2006 05:01 am
Holding out for a Hero         
GRRR!!! I really cannot stand Angel/Angelus whoever he is this time! Stupid idiot PTBs. Don't they know Spike is soooo much better than Angel? Spike and Dawn better not die!! I really hate Angel!

Oh, and I can't believe poor Xander. I mean, I feel so bad for him and I'm sooo mad at him. Look, now you've got me all conflicted. lol. Awesome job writing his character though, its very believable.

This is an awesome fic! I started it today and I'm completely hooked. I read the entire thing straight through and I can't wait for the next update. This is amazing!
Hee! I'm glad I've got you grooving with the Angel(us) hatred. That was the plan :) And Xander is really in a bad place right now.

Thanks so much for your wonderful review. It's really made my day. The next chapter won't be long as it's with my beta and we're not far from the end so I hope you keep enjoying. Thanks once again. :happy author:

pretty_in_fangs
02/26/2006 05:17 am
Holding out for a Hero         
Oh! I'm so happy to see this story here. I'd been watching it for updates elsewhere and am so thrilled to see it here... with an update!
I love this story. You do beautiful work.
Thank you; I'm so glad you're enjoying and thanks for your kind words. I update here and my site first for all my stories. The next update won't be long, it's with my beta. Many thanks for reading and reviewing.

02/26/2006 03:50 am
Holding out for a Hero         
well at least they managed to stop that...i think i'd rather see angel dust than saved though...he's evil soul or no soul...can't wait for your next update!!
I sense you're having a hard time with Angel. *giggles* I'm so glad! I wanted people to dislike him intensely. Thanks again for reading, I'll try not to disappoint. :)

02/26/2006 03:19 am
Holding out for a Hero         
Great update! I am dying to see what happens next! please update soon!
Thank you. Next chapter is with my beta so watch for it soon. :)

SpaceLord
02/26/2006 12:05 am
Holding out for a Hero         
Well this is fun, Buffy ready to kill Angel well you gotta love that.
Yeah, what did she say? "nobody messes with my boyfriend." Well, it's about time Angel found that out first hand. Thanks for reading, much appreciated.

02/25/2006 08:49 pm
Holding out for a Hero         
I am so delighted that this is being updated again! I went back to reread and et the flow going. Lovely update.

Everyone is in character and Angel not being that different from Angelus is shown clearly to all (even tainted blood aside).

So typical of Spike to see himself as unimportant and yet be willing to do what is asked. Just lovely peek into his being (cause even without a soul he is like this).

Please do continue.
Kathleen
Thanks Kathleen. I'm glad you're enjoying this story - it's so dear to me that sometimes it's hard because it takes a lot out of you to write angst. My muse seems to have no problem with the PWPs - can't think why. :)

Anyway, thank you once again. I appreciate your words, especially coming from somebody whose writing I really admire. It means a lot to me. Thank you.

vladt
02/25/2006 08:12 pm
Holding out for a Hero         
great update, but angel dust would be so much better. probably not for your excellent fic, but for my own selfish joy. thanks for the read.
Hehehe. Yeah, Angel dust seems to be the plea from everybody. Maybe....;)

Thanks for reading and reviewing, much appreciated.

02/25/2006 07:57 pm
Holding out for a Hero         
LOL you feed my angel hatred soooo well.
I knew you'd like this chappy. :)

Just for you! Thanks!

kim
02/25/2006 02:23 pm
Holding out for a Hero         
I'm sure the Wankers That Be have plans they aren't telling...still, poor Spike always has to make the sacrifices, maybe because he's always willing to in the first place.

What could be so important that they still need Angel to do?
Spike has the heart of a hero so he'll always end up doing the right thing, despite his blustering and snarking to the contrary. That's why we love him so.

And the PTB do have plans for Angel. Watch this space...:)

Thanks for reading and reviewing.

02/25/2006 11:16 am
Holding out for a Hero         
oh yay updatey goodness. I love this story...please please please update soon.
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoy my meanderings and the update will be as soon as my beta can get the chapter back to me. Thanks again. :)

Robyn
02/25/2006 09:49 am
Holding out for a Hero         
I just discovered this treasure tonight and had to read the whole thing. It is so good. I can’t wait for another chapter.
Thank you so much. More will be very soon, and the story is drawing to an end. I'm so glad you enjoyed and thanks again.

02/25/2006 06:56 am
Holding out for a Hero         
Excellent update! More More!
Thanks hun! More very soon :)

02/25/2006 06:31 am
Holding out for a Hero         
OMG! Any hell that can be dished out to the PTB on behalf of Spike should be served up painfully and slowly. Is this rotten fight with Angelus part of the trials? More soon please.
Thank you for reading and yeah - the trials are about to begin. I think the PTB have underestimated people's regard for Spike, that's for sure. Glad you're enjoying and thanks.

02/25/2006 06:09 am
Holding out for a Hero         
fuckers that be

**snicker!!** love that catchy little phrase! So happy to see an update for this fic!! *hugz you*
Hee! Yeah, snarky!Spike is such fun to write. :)

Glad you enjoyed the update and thanks. *hugs back*

Spikes Slayer2
02/25/2006 05:33 am
Holding out for a Hero         
if i was her i'd be like "huh? one more time? thats means you're going for good?" etc etc etc.. lol great chapy cant wait to see what happens next..
Thank you. Poor Buffy and Spike keep getting messed with; what do they say - the path of true love never runs smoothly? Next chapter will be up very soon. :)

Oracleholly
02/25/2006 05:05 am
Holding out for a Hero         
WOW Deb! I've missed the last few chaps and just now caught up. What action! Having Cordy back into the mix to trade barbs with Spike is great. The Faith/Buffy tangle during the Angel/Spike battle was great. But Buffy has always been stronger than Faith; however, given the stress and the Faith's motive, I guess I could see Faith overpowering her for a bit. Still... the lesson we learn here kiddies... don't fuck with Willow! oh and Harmony (from 2 chaps ago) is still a doofus.
Hi hun. Thow thanks! I know that under normal circumstances Buffy would so kick Faith's ass but with the fretting, the emotion, the lack of sleep - I think it would be safe to say that she'd be distracted at the very least. And besides..I needed to make the point. :)

Willow is awesome when she's fully powered up and I love to play with her. And Harmony - well, she's such an airhead, but funny. Glad you're enjoying, and thanks again. :)

02/25/2006 04:58 am
Holding out for a Hero         
Whoa! Powerful, exciting new chapter! I love Spike's acceptance of his role - and Cordelia's understanding that his love is worth more than Angel's posturing. Will be anxiously awaiting the next chapter.
Thanks hun. I'm glad you've enjoyed. More very soon, it's already with my beta. Cordelia sees more than people think, and I always figured she was a sucker for a true love story. :)

02/25/2006 03:40 am
Holding out for a Hero         
/crying

Gah! This is my favorite story on this site thus far. You're the reason why I joined Bloodshedverse; you and this story you're writing. It's incredible.

I can't wait to see the rest of this story unfold.

~Desiree
Wow. I'm truly speechless. Thank you so much; I just hope the rest of it doesn't disappoint. Writing makes me happy and knowing that you are enjoying makes me so much happier. I'm honoured that you've taken the time to read and review, and it is appreciated more than you know. Thank you.

02/25/2006 03:21 am
Holding out for a Hero         
FUCK the damn Powers they are idiots Just Dust the Bastard grrrrrrrrr

Great chappie
Well, that's what you always say...:)

Thanks Wulfie.

02/25/2006 02:58 am
Holding out for a Hero         
Great chappy!!!!!!!!!
Thank you! :)

11/26/2006 09:43 pm
Living Through the Pain         
Bastard Angel(us). Great update.
He's an evil little swine, isn't he? Very interesting to write though. Glad you're enjoying and thanks.

10/08/2006 10:56 am
Living Through the Pain         
Very exciting. This way they have a little more time for the ritual, if he's out hunting for Spike and not going down stairs to finish his plans. Senior Partners maybe messing with him but he still has to own the fact that he's capable of it in the first place. Fabulous chapter.
Thank you. Angel thinks he's in charge but he's in for a shock.

Isabel
05/31/2006 10:32 am
Living Through the Pain         
A couple of great lines in this chapter.
"Well bake me, frost me, and top me with a cherry! The divine Miss C is returned to hearth and home"
This cracked me up. That was just so Lorne. I love Lorne.

And, quite possibly one of the best lines I've read in fanfiction ;)
"A stake’ll fix him whether he’s an ‘el’ or an ‘us’"
::sighs:: so true. Got love Spike's logic. This line had me chuckling like a hyena lol
You're making me blush now! Lorne is awesome to read, watch and write. I swear, I hear his voice in my head and when I do I know I'm somewhere near the mark. I'm thrilled you like the "el or an us" line - I squealed when that one came to me, because it's true, isn't it? Thank you so very much for your continuing support.

02/26/2006 03:44 am
Living Through the Pain         
uh-oh...they need to hurry up and get this thing done before angel hurts spike....on to the next chapter...
They're on it, Willow the Wicca is on to him and will take no prisoners. :)

SpaceLord
02/25/2006 11:51 pm
Living Through the Pain         
Hmm these PTB need to get their shit together and cut their losses. Don't see the reason for saving his ass, he made his choice now he must pay the piper.
Yeah, but don't forget the Powers are often cruel and unfeeling and work in mysterious ways. I hear you though, it does irk. Thanks for reading. :)

vladt
02/25/2006 08:09 pm
Living Through the Pain         
reread the earlier parts of this excellent story. great update. really hope the powers don't save angel. thanks for the read.
Thank you, I'm glad you like it. The Powers are strange and offputting. :)

02/21/2006 12:06 am
Living Through the Pain         
Just finished reading what you have so far and gotta say that I'm lovin' it! I was cryin' like crazy in the beginning though! Please continue soon!
Thank you so much. The next two chapters are with my beta and I hope to have them up very soon. This story is dear to my heart and you've really made my day with your comments. Thanks so much.

02/12/2006 07:25 pm
Living Through the Pain         
Ah, had missed this latest chapter somehow. Such an exciting fic - more soon, please?
Glad you like it, and thank you. Lou has my next chapter so hopefully very soon. :)

12/29/2005 04:29 am
Living Through the Pain         
Just back from Christmas vacation and catching up on the updates I missed. Wonderful chapter! -Lisa
Hi Lisa - I apologise for not replying sooner. RL is insane at the moment. Next chapter will be up soon; thank you so much for reviewing.

~*~Tasha~*~
12/22/2005 07:48 am
Living Through the Pain         
Angel gets another chance? Dang. Somehow that doesn't seem right with all that he is doing this time, but this is a really good story. I look forward to seeing where you go with it next.
Hi Tasha. Hopefully, the story will explain all. We're not too far from the end now and all the threads are drawing together. The Powers, of course, are stoooopid! Thank you for reading and reviewing.

Richard
12/20/2005 11:54 pm
Living Through the Pain         
Technically good, like the rest of the story, but you've lost me completely. Angel brought all of this on himself, again, and now he's getting another unearned get out of jail free card? AGAIN? For the 3rd or 4th (or is it 5th) time? Seems that Powers just means Powerfully Stupid.
Thank you. Sorry for losing you. The Powers have never claimed to be logical, they have their own agenda. More very soon.

Nikkole
12/20/2005 05:18 am
Living Through the Pain         
I have to agree with confused muse here. Why would anyone want to save Angel? That right bastard!
*grins* Yeah, he's not making any friends....Thanks for reading and reviewing, more very soon.

12/19/2005 06:24 pm
Living Through the Pain         
Oooh, fab update! This fic is so dark and dramatic, I'm absolutely hooked. Although the traitor in me is saying "why would anyone want to save Angel?" *grin*
Hiya hun. Thank you so much. You're not the only one wanting Angel to have a dusty end. We'll see - ooh, is that teasing? *grins* Hope you are well.

12/19/2005 10:29 am
Living Through the Pain         
I'm worried now. The Scoobies and the Angel team don't seem to get it that they don't have so much time now. Angel knows about them and is ready to have his mystics or demons or whatever kill Spike soon. I don't see why the PTB think they have to save Angelus again. It's getting tiresome. More story please.
Well the PTB are laws unto themselves. Not sure myself what Angel has that keeps getting him off the hook - but my muse wants it that way so who am I to argue? Next chapter with Lou so will be up as soon as it comes back. Thanks.

Dar
12/19/2005 10:26 am
Living Through the Pain         
What a place to leave off..intense.great story, great job telling it. Definitely left me wanting more
Thank you; glad you enjoyed. Next chapter is with my beta so will be up soon.

12/19/2005 06:41 am
Living Through the Pain         
damn good chappie :P and like a GOOD friend I reviewd it :P *laying on the guilt* :D
*raises eyebrow* Guilt duly absorbed. :)

Glad you liked; you'll LOVE the next chapter.

11/26/2006 09:36 pm
Secrets and Lies         
Mean Xander, good that Harmony gave the gang the disc, and that Spike ran into Xander. Great chapter.
Thank you. I've updated today if you want more - sorry for the delay.

10/08/2006 10:40 am
Secrets and Lies         
So hoped it wasn't him, now he's on Buffy's list and I don't know how he can get off it. this is exciting and nerve-wracking all at the same time. Great chapter, thanks.
*grins* I'm so happy you're all nerve-wracked, if you see what I mean. That was my whole intent. Thanks for reading and reviewing.

Isabel
05/31/2006 10:06 am
Secrets and Lies         
You took two of the characters I dislike the most and made them even worse. It's fun to read. Now all I need is for Riley to show up and the trio would be complete. On a more serious note, great chapter. I love the twists and turns of this story. It makes me feel nervous. I'm really into this.
Thank you Isabel. It's fun messing with characters that are established, twisting them in a different way. I can't promise you Riley, but I can promise you some more twisting and turning. Next chapter will be up later tonight. Thanks for sticking with me and your lovely words to encourage me to go on.

02/26/2006 03:26 am
Secrets and Lies         
well good thing xander was too drunk to keep a secret...this story has me so tense, on edge, waiting to know what's gonna happen next...gotta read more now :)
Thanks for the compliment. I'm glad you're enjoying it so much, it makes me smile. More to come.

~*~Tasha~*~
12/09/2005 01:52 am
Secrets and Lies         
{growls and snarls for not so happy reasons} That jerk. Him and Angel both. Okay, kill Xander and Angel as painfully as possible. Where is a vengeance demon when you need one? Excellent chapter update!
Sorry I made you all grrrr aaaargh! Xander seems to bring that out in a lot of people, and Angel? He'd better not wander the streets or he may just fit into an ashtray. Anya would so fry their butts! Glad you enjoyed and thank you. :D

Nikkole
12/08/2005 11:34 pm
Secrets and Lies         
I was so happy to see an update that I dropped everything to sit down and read it...laundry be damned!! hehe! Great update! I had a feeling Xander would betray everyone. What an a$$!! Hope to see more soon!!!
Awww *blushes*; so pleased you like it - and hope the laundry got done eventually. Xander's been heading that way, that's for sure. More very, very soon - I have the next chapter back from my beta so I just need to check through.

jane
12/08/2005 11:34 pm
Secrets and Lies         
Great update. I know Xander's been through alot, but I hope he gets what's coming to him.
Thank you. Xander's broken but that's no excuse for turning on your friends. Trust me. He's not getting away scot free. :D

SpaceLord
12/08/2005 11:05 am
Secrets and Lies         
Need to see both Angel and Xander killed and preferably real soon :) Good chapter hope to read the next one soon.
Kill them? You want me to? Oh hell...and here's me thinking you'll love them both. *giggles* Yeah, not very nice are they? Lemme see what I can do. Thanks for reading!

10/08/2006 10:19 am
Battle Lines         
Cool Spike's the new Champion for the powers, even though I don't think he'd want to be human. Just scared that Xander did hear something, hoping he's being used by Willow. Excellent read, thanks.
Thank you, glad you enjoyed.

Isabel
05/31/2006 09:33 am
Battle Lines         
Angel, that bastard. God I love saying that lol. Great story. I started reading it today and just couldn't stop. I was even late for work :) I really love it and can't wait to see what will happen next.
*blushes* I feel so responsible! Thanks so much Isabel; I'm glad you've enjoyed. Next chapter is going up tonight - sorry for the delay. Blame RL. Much appreciated your comments.

02/26/2006 03:22 am
Battle Lines         
oh great...what's xander gonna do now?? i need more...
Xander is so lost, he's open to anything at the moment. More soon! Thanks.

vladt
11/16/2005 11:22 am
Battle Lines         
was going to try to write a magnificent review for this update,but xander showed up. have to downgrade to excellent chapter. thanks
Thanks so much; sorry about the Xander appearance but he is an integral part of the story so..... I appreciate you reading and reviewing; I have two chapters with my beta so fingers crossed I'll be able to post more this weekend.

~*~Tasha~*~
11/11/2005 04:09 pm
Battle Lines         
Oh my gosh! I am so going to have to kick Xander's arse if he even thinks of betraying Buffy and the gang again. The stupid, arrogant, prick. Please tell me this is part of a specific plan, and not that he is really turning on them? Oh man ... not good. Please write more soon.
Yep, Xander isn't really making any friends here, is he? There is a plan...but it may not be what you think. *evil smirk* More is on the way..Thanks sweets!

Kristen
11/08/2005 07:34 am
Battle Lines         
No, you have GOT to be kidding me! Xander wouldnt be THAT stupid would he? Come on now! Love the story by the way, just finished reading all 17 chapters and I have to say its pretty awsome. I love how Spike and Buffy mated, and how you are taking what happened during season five of Angel and making it totally better. Update soon!
Well, Xander isn't playing with a full deck right now. Hopefully the next chapter will explain that. I'm so pleased you like my story - your feedback is very generous and I'm extremely grateful to you for taking the time to let me know. Thanks again! Next chapter is with my beta so hopefully will be up in the next few days. :D

11/06/2005 12:11 pm
Battle Lines         
Alexander Lavell Harris! O! Boy.. If you F#@K this up for Buffy, Spike and Dawn, So Help me I’ll jump in that story and strangle you my self!!! More Please. :-)
LOL! Hey, if they need help to kick some ass can I send for you? Glad you're enjoying, more very soon. Thanks for the feedback. *grins*

11/06/2005 07:48 am
Battle Lines         
OMG! Not only does Angel need dusting, Xander (as usual) needs torture and death. I hope Spike, Buffy and Faith get to do some serious fist and fang work soon.
Thanks for reading. Don't worry, I have plans for the dork duo. *grins*. More very soon, and thanks for the feedback.

11/06/2005 04:12 am
Battle Lines         
Had some major catching up to do, but now I'm all with the program and ready for the next chapter! Evil Xander? He hates Angel too. Don't tell me he's going to help him? Gah!
Hee! Didn't you know I was evil? *grins* Next chapter won't be long but I've posted all that I have done for now; and Xander's in a really bad place. It's going to get worse....TA TA DAAAAA! (that was supposed to be creepy music!) Thanks for reading and reviewing hun, much appreciated. :D

10/08/2006 09:57 am
The Power of Love         
Wow! way to go, PTB, throw Cordy into the works to try and turn him around. I realize that this all started as a way to save his son but he's responsible for all of his action's and he should pay and not just with more brooding. He doesn't deserve the Shanshu. He's hurting Buffy all over again and it's not him she's hurting over, excellent chapter.
Thank you. I've got plans for Angel/Angelus, don't worry. Hope it doesn't disappoint. Thanks.

02/26/2006 03:20 am
The Power of Love         
unfaithful creep...on top of all of it he plans to cheat on her?? i hate angel...please make him dusty soon...
*giggles* You sound like you're channeling Wulfie. :)

Angel's got an inflated sense of his own importance; he's going to get brought down to earth very soon. Thanks!

~*~Tasha~*~
11/11/2005 04:02 pm
The Power of Love         
Angel is so stupid if he thinks that he was going to be able to pull one over on Buffy and Cordy. Hello ... did he forget that she worked for the PTB ? {shakes her head} I feel really bad for Cordy.
Angel is temporarily insane, obviously! And Cordy - don't forget she's Queen C and she'll never lost that. More soon! Thanks for the wonderful feedback.

10/08/2006 09:14 am
Mine         
Guess they're going to need that Claiming Link at some point. Well Kennedy's good for something. Giles knows what evil feels like and I doubt that he's very comfortable just being around it all. Can't wait to see what Angelus' found out. I hoping this the claim. Thank you for this wonderful story, I'm enjoying it so much.
I'm having such fun reading these reviews - sorry it's taken me so long to reply. I'm delighted you've enjoyed this story so much, and hope you continue to do so.

02/26/2006 03:14 am
Mine         
well hopefully angel keeps buying it until they can stop him...i dont know how they're gonna do it but i know they're gonna...please... :)
Don't worry, I have big plans. They don't involve Angel getting his paws on Buffy. Thanks for reading on :)

~*~Tasha~*~
11/11/2005 03:51 pm
Mine         
Loved the chapter. I'm rereading back through to make sure I didn't miss any. I was really screwing up on my updates for a while. Want to be sure I'm all caught up on this one. Love it.
Hey Tasha. I'm so glad you like it. Next chapter is with my beta and the one after that is about ready to go too. *smiles*

10/08/2006 08:30 am
Love Me         
What a powerful claim. Angelus didn't plan on that did he? Really feeling sorry for Giles, he knows what evil feels like same as Willow and I'm surprised that he's lasted as long as he has, feeling it all around him. Wonderful read, thanks SD.
I just had to let them make a claim, because it's just the right thing to do. And Giles - he was damaged by the Angelus incident beyond what he shows, I think. Thanks for reading and reviewing.

jeanie
02/26/2006 03:28 am
Love Me         
hope that chaps angel's ass.
Hee! Angel's ass is toast...:)

Thanks.

02/26/2006 03:10 am
Love Me         
wow...thats so awesome...now just hope they can stop angel in time :
Thank you. :)

10/08/2006 07:57 am
Solid Through         
You go Will's, Glad she finally figured it out. They need to tell Buffy about Angelus, she needs to know now. Another great chapter, thanks.
Thank you.

02/26/2006 03:05 am
Solid Through         
good...willow's on to him...they have to stop him, but what if it's too late? what if she's already gonna have to choose? have to read more now!
Hee! I've got you racing on now, I'm honoured. Thanks!

10/08/2006 07:41 am
The Stage is Set         
Hope they figure out that it's a fake before something permanent happens to Spike. Guess only demons and people with power can see their aura's. Love this fic, thanks for the read.
Thanks again for the review and sorry for the delayed reply. Much appreciated.

02/26/2006 02:59 am
The Stage is Set         
oh no...i know what angel's doing...evil creep...hopefully they'll figure it out before anything really bad happens...
Don't worry, the Scoobies and the Fang Gang are on it. :)

10/08/2006 07:25 am
White, Black and Murky Grey         
Yeah, Faith would be the one to convince the most. Glad that they're all getting together to fight Angelus, yay I know it's Angel in the driver seat but he feels like Angelus to me. Doing this fic proud, thanks.
Thank you once again. Glad you're enjoying.

02/26/2006 02:42 am
White, Black and Murky Grey         
so they're starting to catch on to his motives...he's gonna make her choose between dawn and spike isn't he? i hate angel!! on to next chapter!!
*giggles* My work here is done! Thank you so much for continuing to read and enjoy; this story is dear to my heart and I'm delighted you like it.

10/08/2006 07:07 am
Realisations         
Perfect Loren dialogue. Joss couldn't have done better himself. Terrific chapter, thanks.
Okay, I'm now speechless. That was the nicest thing anybody's ever said to me about my writing. Wow. I'm blown away. Thank you so much.

02/26/2006 02:24 am
Realisations         
at least they know angel's up to something...can't wait to see what happens next...they need to make spike all solid again!!
Yep, Spike needs some Buffy time that's for sure. Glad you're still enjoying.

10/08/2006 06:44 am
Where I Belong         
I like that you've got Loren working on Xander. Love that you had their aura's entwined and they could feel something, that's so much better then nothing. Will continue to worry about Angelus till this is over. Just loved how you got Willow on board. What memories brought her to that conclusion. Fantastic chapter, thanks for the read.
Thanks for the review, thrilled you enjoyed.

03/13/2006 02:47 am
Where I Belong         
Very sweet Buffy.
Yeah, I like me some sweet Buffy. She's just a girl who wants to be loved. Awwww.

Thanks!

02/26/2006 02:18 am
Where I Belong         
i am so scared of what angel's doing behind the scenes..and i'm glad willow's on their side but i think angel's gonna try to use xander's hostility against spike...on to the next chappie now :)
You spending time in my mind? *hee* Yeah, Angel is very manipulative and having the power of W&H behind him isn't holding him back. Thanks again!

10/08/2006 06:26 am
We Meet Again         
Oh this is going to be really bad for them all around till they can get Angelus under control. He is not Angel anymore, that's for sure, Angelus with a soul. Very exciting chapter. Thanks.
Angel and Angelus all intermingled is just so compelling to write; he's multi layered and devilishly evil. Thanks for reading and reviewing.

03/13/2006 02:38 am
We Meet Again         
Oh no. Evil writer. Don't make Spike disappear!
Bwahahahaha! [insert evil cackle here] Don't worry, all will be revealed. :)

02/26/2006 02:09 am
We Meet Again         
oh no...angel is doing it isn't he? and he wont stop at anything to keep buffy, even though she'll never be his! i love this story, on to the next chapter!
:grins: Yeah; Angel is deluded about Buffy and his hold over her. He hasn't figured in her love for Spike. And that's his big mistake. :)

10/08/2006 06:09 am
Watching, Waiting         
Wow could Willow not want to tell her that Spike was there. Angel is getting down right scary. Loren needs to read him again and Wes will listen to Giles about there concerns. Another great chapter.
Thanks Verda. Angel's motivation will become clear in time. Glad you enjoyed.

03/13/2006 02:29 am
Watching, Waiting         
can we forget the poor-Giles gig for a moment? Willow - you go girl.
Willow rocks! Thanks :)

02/26/2006 01:44 am
Watching, Waiting         
oh, buffy, he is!!! so sad!!! i love this chapter...but angel's starting to freak me out...and he did something to dawn, didn't he? bloody wanker!!! he needs staking badly!!!
Hee! See how I let you start to like him and now you want him staked? *evil grin* Yeah, Angel's not coming out of this with any new friends that's for sure. Thanks!

10/08/2006 03:58 am
Time and Reason         
Way to go Fred! Angel's such an ass. Just knowing that Spike was in this world even non-corporeal. He would give her the words and strength she'll need. Love the rewrite, great chapter, thanks for the read.
Thank you for reading, glad you enjoyed and thanks for the review.

02/26/2006 01:38 am
Time and Reason         
oh i cant wait to see their reunion!! loved this chapter!! i love fred, i'm glad you've combined the la group and the sunnydale group for this story, i love this story!!
Thank you. I love Fred too. I'm trying to do an ensemble piece and it's bloody hard to give everybody 'screen time' let me tell you! I'm thrilled you're enjoying. :)

10/08/2006 03:44 am
Honey I'm Home         
*clamps* Yup, your home with her. Something is definately off with Angel. Glad that Wes see's it too. So exciting!!! Spike's back. Fabulous chapter, thanks.
Thank you for taking the time to review. Sorry for the late reply. Thrilled that you enjoyed.

03/13/2006 02:09 am
Honey I'm Home         
after all that had happened with Spike and Wood in Sunnydale, she still instinctively reached out to Giles in moments of crisis. The answer was simple – she had nobody else. If you don't feel sorry for Buffy after that ...
Yeah; he's the nearest she has to a father and really, for the bulk of her adult life she's been able to just know he'd be there to catch her. I always wanted to restore that relationship - so I have! And I love Buffy; I know she treated Spike badly but it takes two to tango and in my mind I believe they would have worked it out. Thanks for reading.

02/26/2006 01:32 am
Honey I'm Home         
lol...love Spike's entrance, as always...but angel's going to be evil, i know...he's already starting to lose control...
Well, Spike can always push Angel's buttons. And that's when the fun usually starts. Thanks!

10/08/2006 03:30 am
Help Me         
OMG! what happened to Dawn, to heck with Loren and Angel's conversation. Not a sugar overload, nothing that simple? Going to read more. Thanks for the remarkable story.
I'm playing catchup with reviews, so please excuse me. I'm glad you want to continue with the story. It's kind of my baby, this one, so the fact that you've enjoyed and let me know means so much to me. Thank you.

03/13/2006 02:02 am
Help Me         
I know this is supposed to be angsty, and it is, but I'm LOL over that crack about Swedish drama. That stuff just gags me. Enjoying the miserable Angel. He deserves it for being such a jerk.
Thanks for getting that bit! I remember watching "Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure" where they have to play games with Death and it's like an Ingmar Bergman flick but parodied - cracks me up! Miserable Angel seems to be quite the hit. Thanks again!

02/26/2006 01:28 am
Help Me         
oh no!! what happened to dawnie?? and i have a feeling when spike shows up angel's gonna make lots of trouble...on to next chapter
Oh yeah, you got it right. :)

Things are never what they seem. Thanks for reading.

10/08/2006 03:16 am
Pain         
Wow, that one chapter brought back all the emotions of their last days, the revelations, sadness, tenderness, tears, pride and love that they felt. It left us fans embroiled in an emotional rollercoaster and most of all regret. Regret that their love was never to be seen on the screen again. Thank you for having made sure that Angel understood exactly how she feels about Spike and him as well. Wonderful to hear her talk of her love for Spike and regret and that she now longer loves the Peaches. Great read, thanks.
Thank you - and I agree completely with everything you say. I wanted to put down on paper what I wanted to see on the screen. Glad you enjoyed.

03/13/2006 01:55 am
Pain         
LOL re Harmony the assistant. Don't trust this good Angel. He's going to do something bad isn't he?
Hee! Harmony's a right giggle to write. And good Angel has another agenda yes. Ooops! Thanks for reading and reviewing.

02/26/2006 01:21 am
Pain         
i love how you've written this, you're not bashing angel and you've actually made me feel for his pain too in this...its very realistic and still very beautiful...on to next chapter :)
Thank you. I think I wrote this just after I'd met David Boreanaz at the Halloween con in London - and he was just such a babe with a great sense of fun it was hard to write Angel as uncaring. I'm so glad you're enjoying, thank you.

Hana
10/30/2008 08:17 am
Reality         
Jeez, it's too early in the morning for tears!  I love all your work so I'm looking forward to reading some more and especially so when Spike returns to his girls.

nmcil
04/19/2007 06:01 pm
Reality         
Beautiful chapter - I love your treatment of Lorne - looks like I am in for reading a wonderful story - Nice Work
Hi there; I'm late with the replies but I wanted to thank you for taking the time to review. Much appreciated. Thank you. Hope you enjoy the rest.

10/06/2006 11:37 am
Reality         
Feeling so sorry for Buffy and what she's gone through, she wanted to stay. that's huge. Thankful that Dawn's there for her. Looking forward to the reading the next chapters. Thanks for the great read.
Thanks for reading. Hope you enjoy the new chapter. :)

03/13/2006 01:48 am
Reality         
Heartbreakers SD. Isn't it nice that Giles sticks up for Spike now that he's dead and after he arranged that little ambush with Robin.
Well, I want Buffy to be happy, so to make her world all fluffy and nice she'd have to have Giles back in the camp. And she wouldn't have him unless he was good to Spike. I've indulged myself therefore. Thanks for the review.

02/26/2006 01:15 am
Reality         
you brought me to tears with this one...beautifully written, you put so much emotion into the retelling of the finale, going on to next chapter now :)
Thank you. I found myself writing with tears in my eyes so I'm glad that translated. When the plot bunny first bit me I was rewatching S7 again and I was all raw. Thanks for reading and reviewing. *hugs*

10/06/2006 11:21 am
After the Hell is Over         
Can't believe I haven't read this already.Glad Dawn's picking on Angel, someone needs to. Can't read to much tonight but I will get catch up soon. Love the rewrite, Great chapter fine read, thanks.
Thank you, and sorry for the delay in thanking you for reading. More is up today if you're eager to read.

02/26/2006 01:10 am
After the Hell is Over         
the intro is very promising...can't wait to see where you take this :)
Thanks! I hope I don't disappoint. :)

12/09/2005 10:48 am
After the Hell is Over         
Just read the whole thing up to date...awesome story...Angel is just evil, and Xander? Major asshole problems there...love this story, please update it soon....
Update may be tonight but I'm having attachment issues from my beta's e-mail. *fingers crossed* I can sort it. So glad you're enjoying it, and Xander's such a naughty boy. :D Thanks for reading!

12/08/2005 12:45 pm
After the Hell is Over         
Glad to see an update of this story! The plot just continues to thicken. More soon, please! -Lisa
Sorry you had to wait so long, I won't leave you hanging as long this time. Thanks for reading and reviewing. :D

jane
11/06/2005 02:04 am
After the Hell is Over         
Absolutely brilliant fic.
Thank you! *blushes* I'm so glad you like it; this one wrings it out of me I have to say. Angst is draining! Glad you enjoyed it so far.

SpikesKat
11/05/2005 11:00 pm
After the Hell is Over         
I'm gonna shamelessly beg for more here... cuz, I know you've got more...at least for now. Really hope rereading gets the muse flowing. ^_^
Begging now? *giggles* You know I'm on it! But I love how you love this story. Means a lot to me. *hugs you*