my heart is breaking. Slowly, but its happening.

And i'm torn between loving you, DreamsofSpike, and cursing your name.

But but... Anya *was* born a human... she was turned into a demon like D'hoffryn wanted to turn Willow into one... *blink blink*

I really can't believe their going to subject Spike to being around Xander again, just for proof that it's him. They don't need anymore proof than they already have! Not to mention Buffy is too much of a chicken to tell Anya they THINK it's Xander, but not concerned about Spike's absolute TERROR of having him be alone with Xander. In what world does this make sense? They should eliminate the threat and be done with it, without subjecting Spike to any more mental and possible physical abuse.

I loved Anya's ramble about how she wasn't uncomfortable going to Buffy's and offering her assistance. She really does not censor herself at all, which is refreshing in her honesty. Not to mention her bluntly asking Angel if he was evil again. Why would he be sitting calmly in the living room if he was evil again? I don't think it will take a lot to convince her, but I'm sure there will be some hurt feelings on her part since she trusted and loved Xander so much

Maybe it's best if Spike is included in this plan. I think he needs to feel like he has some control. The thing is that Buffy and the others don't understand that Spike is more afraid for Buffy and Dawn than he is for himself. I don't think that Buffy and Dawn have even considered the idea that Xander would make threats against them and that Spike would believe those threats. Sooo... I'm afraid that Spike won't go along with Buffy's plan and she won't understand his reasons for not doing so. I think there are gonna be a lot of misunderstandings before this is over. *Sigh* But then, that's what makes this fic so interesting and why I can't wait to read more. :)

i hope this plan dosen't backfire.

Poor Anya, I feel for her, you know? I am glad that she is going to help, but I am sad for her when she finds out about Xander. I loved this chapter, and I can't wiat for the next one.

Ohhh... I hope we get to see this plan soon... and that we catch Xander red handed!!! Excellent chapter, once again! Can't wait for another update!

I have a terrible feeling that this plan is going to go pear shaped like one of Spike's! Whew, the tension mounts.

Poor Anya about to have a bad shock. (BTW and I loath even saying one less than positive thing about this story.....you have Anya say, "because I wasn’t born human," but she WAS born human and became a demon after she used magic on Olaf. The flashbacks in Selfless show her human. May be you meant, "because I wasn't always human,"?)

As always you deliver a great update here. You leave us wondering not just of the plan or of Anya's reaction but what about Giles? Will his wish to deny it is Xander lead him to do something to jeopardize it all? Really well done.

Kathleen

just when i was starting to like buffy again, she goes and puts her own personal wants and needs (about needing 'absolute proof' it's xander) above spike's need for safety and security and her promise to him.

nice to see that dawn at least kniws who deserves to come first!

excellent update, thank you. buffy has a plan. buffy never plans, just acts. which does not have a high sucess rate, so maybe a plan will be better. maybe.

Loved Anya's rant!

That plan is wrong on so many levels. As if Spike has free choice... yet. I was holding out hope for the chicken slayer but not now. Great Chapter can't wait for more.

I wonder if Spike will agree to Buffy's plan. They don't know that Xander told him he would kill them. I hope that Spike is able to tell Buffy everything. I really hope she won't go through with using Spike as a pawn. If Spike tells the whole story there should not be any doubt in her mind.

A plan that Giles approves of? It must be bad. Loved Anya.

I hope Dawn can keep that promise.

OOH I am filled with dread at what Buffy might have come up with...

Good to see Dawn protecting the one person who always had time for her! I always thought it was so out of character for Dawn to be so angry with Spike in S7.

I think this plan is doomed to failure. It might be proved that it's Xander but Spike is gonna get hurt.

Excellent chapter.Your timely posts are much appreciated.

I'm glad to see Anya brought into the mix. Looking forward to the next update!

First off...you know how in the old Roadrunner cartoons, when the Coyote is gets that big package from ACME, and you just know, he is going to be blown up, minutes before it happens?

Buffy's plan might as well have ACME stamped right on it.

Seriously...itcould not be...any more obvious that this will blow up in their faces. Horrifically. Somehow, someway, Xander will escape with Spike, and then we will have a chapter of Buffy self pity, followed by her finally getting her act together saving Spike, followed by...you guessed it, MORE self pity.

If any of them were smart, they would go to Anya, explain about Xander, and then make a vengence wish: Let Xander admit all his sins to all that he cares about.

That would be the proof they need.

The only thing I am hoping to see is the fallout from the final nail in Xander's coffin: How Buffy and Giles reevaluate their lives now that Xander pulled an Angelus.

I don't like Buffys plan, it would only be bad for Spike.
I wonder how Anya will react when they tell her Xander did it.
Great chapter, I love how you update regularly.

First of all thanks for updating regulary, I don't think I could stand waiting!
So now that cat's out why does she need anymore proof? And I agree with the truth spell idea, Anya can do it! there is no need to put Spike through that again. But as always Buffy puts her denials belives and Scoobies ahead of Spike and his needs, so typical! If it was Spike who hurt Xander she wouldn't want more proof would she?

Great Chapter! I am so glad they know now ,, now its just a matter of time,, I really hope they dont put Spike threw too much more to confirm it 100%

Waiting on bated breath for the next chapter! Thank you!

I just thought of something else. Can't they let Anya help them in their quest for the truth?

Let her do a spell that makes Xander believe he's alone in a room with Spike or something like that?

yay, plans! I don't think I like the plan, but at least they're starting to believe it's Xander.

I really like dawn and anya in this story.

Thank you so much for the regular updates!

oooh i am a lucky girl! I read one chapter earlier today, went to work, came home and BAM! theres another chapter! woot woot *does happy dance* :D

oh, by the way, xander can go die in a hole now. And i think anya needs to know... poor spike :(

I'm surprised that they all seem to be missing the fact that Spike's not scared to tell for his own sake, but because of what might happen to Buffy and Dawn. He needs to know that Xander can't hurt Buffy - that she's the Slayer. He doesn't know how strong she is. I'm hoping this 'plan' of hers may help with that.

I think it's going to be big trauma and tears before bedtime! There has to be a way Angel can help - he's being a real trooper in this.

Thank you for posting again so soon. I know that they have to do this but so happy that Dawn's fighting so hard for him. It will be interesting what Willow's and Anya's reaction's will be, especially Anya's since she saw Spike in the caves and know's just how bad off he was. Keeping him feeling safe it there main concern. Fantastic chapter, DOS, thanks.

Loved this chapter too. Looking forward to more, as always. ; )

This is insane!!! Ooooo, I hate Buffy right now. How *dare* she! Giles, I understand, because he doesn't have affection for Spike. But Buffy? She's just being a big weaselly chicken because she doesn't want it to be Xander. If this was a perfect stranger, she wouldn't be asking Spike to do this at all!!! That stupid bitch!

There's not a single psychologist that would okay this plan as good for Spike's mental health at this juncture. He's not ready...he doesn't have enough mental grasp of scenarios to be able to handle this. And there's no way they can convince him he's safe with Xander again.

Try a truth spell, please! Put one on Xander, ask the questions, and then you'll know. They work perfectly well on humans, and Anya or Giles can do it...even Angel.

At least she agreed, finally, to Angel helping Spike. That took waaaaay too long.

I'm anxious to see Anya's reaction. I'm glad she finally showed up again.