I love this story and look forward to the next chapter. I look forward to the interaction between the sisters and Dawn and Spike as well. I love stories in this arc alot.
Kim Adams

great beginning and a very good read. thank you.

OMG...awesome chapter!! I absolutely love where this is going so far. More! More! :) I'm so glad you leave the church scene/speech alone until it went AU. I hate it when writers rework scene from the actual show because to me you can't beat what was already written and shown on screen. I loved, however, that you added Buffy's internal thoughts into the scene. Worked very well. Finally, the scene at the end with Buffy and Dawn is always how I dream their relationship should've gone during season 7. I think it was hinted at but then got waylaid by all the potentials taking Buffy's focus off Dawn. Next chapter, please! lol

Great start; I like the way this is going - much more thoughtful than canon. Thanks!

Gret beginning, can't wait to read more.
Wonder how Spike will react when Buffy tells him she's in love with him?