red might know buffy as well as spike did in the past. very good read, thank you.

I always love when those around Buffy see her as she really is rather than who she's expected to be. Loved seeing this situation, especially Buffy, as Willow sees it. Gives a lot of insight into the reality of Buffy's life without the buffer of denial.

I dread to think what awaits.

Hidden away close in her heart. That was how she loved

That's probably the best explaination I've ever heard of for Buffy's mistakes, failures and triumphs of the heart. Great chapter