This was so very bittersweet.
I don't know how you managed it, but while Xander or Buffy haven't been mentioned in this entire piece, it still has a little taste of Spuffy (and Xanya I guess but I really don't like Xander that much). That moment of healing I think was needed for both demons, and I never liked how Josh showed it like a betrayal when it clearly wasn't.
I enjoyed this.

Such a well of emotion described beautifully. You put us in the moment. This is a scene that I would have preferred not to have happened but you put it in its place for me. Thanks!

A tale that says why we READ about thoughtless sex, but don't do it.
Too real, too tender. Reminds me of why Anya was.

Beautiful - Excellent  - Powerful

Fine Piece of work - beautiful banner too.

beautiful read, thank you.

The feeling of loss and emptiness leapt upon her instantly, spreading through her like a disease.

Good imagery :-)

I just loved this. Beautifully written.

I always hated how Buffy and Xander made Spike and Anya feel so low about what had happened.

Not sure if I commented on this on LJ. Another nicely done look at a moment in time. Very believable.