Insanely good read,love it.

Spike is in the right, I hope he sticks to his guns.

have to agree with dawn's thoughts at chapters end. very good read, thank you. xander, despite a brief moment of maturity earlier in the tale, is an idiot.

Great chapter.

I don't think I could be disappointed, this is an amazing story. And you are an excellent author. I know I can't write, so I read and review, hoping that is gonna be enough for all the people that can write to keep entertaining me. ; ) The only thing that I expect is for Buffy and Spike to eventually get together. How you make it happen doesn't matter as much because sometimes the happy ending is worth all the pain. That is what Spuffy is for me. They are perfect for each other because they really are so similar. Including all of that stubbornness, which lets face it necessitates at least some angst. Even if you love someone absolutely, it doesn't mean you won't hurt them some time. I'm sorry that I can't offer any suggestions, but I also don't think you need any. Even though they currently aren't together, this is still very much a Spuffy story, and I trust you enough to keep it that way.

Loved the twist and of course, I want for her to apologize to him and mean it have her take responsiblity for their relationship being on hold, but this is your story, what does your muse want out of it? How much farther do you want to take this, is another important question. Buffy's at fault here and the balls in her court. Xander is so stupid, how long has Buffy been back? And he thinks now, Spike's going to try and kill her? He never was very bright, was he? Great work, thanks.

it was very very good...i just hope that xander doesn't create problems for them now that he knows about the chip...and i'm with dawnie on this one, love... :P though i do understand spike's wanting to hold out a bit longer...great chapter :)