Sorry, Ich habe, ganz gefangen in der Story, vergessen, die anderen Kapitel zu reviewen! Ich schäme mich unendlich! ;)
Die Story war sehr schön und gut geschrieben (ich kenn das Muttersprach-Problem auch). Das schreit förmlich nach einer Sequel! Geplant? :)
Also nochmals, well done!

All in all the story was great, You made Buffy's character think everything revolved around her for a little bit and made Spike to sorry for not telling her he was back when she was with the immortal just amonth after he died or something like that imo but good story, I'll definitely read again in the future.

enjoyed reading this fine story again -  really like reading stories post Chosen and that bring new tales about all the new slayers and how the original series characters live in this new Slayer's World.

Hope your new Human Spike has somehow managed to keep some of his vamp strength - with his demon gone I guess he would have to been granted supernatural powers from another source.  As much as I love Spike, I don't think he would like being the "normal Joe" -

Thanks for the great story -

This whole fic was not just a fic,it was so much more than that,so I enjoyed every chapter very much,thank you!

Shanshu-esque, but with an actual reason behind it. Works much better than it happening randomly, especially as it would otherwise have a "why now?" ring to it. Very cool story. Thanks.

What a fantastic epilogue!!!!!!! as the go this is one of the best. some people just try too hard and force something that doesnt come out natural.
I love the ending of this story, and the story obviously, because it doesnt feel forced. It made me feel lke i feelt reading the great spuffys back when, genuinly happied up from tippytoes to my split ends.
WE HAVE MISSED YOU SWAY!!! now finish your long time WIP!!! Please

Loved it! More Please???

Nice epilogue, the conversation sounded just like one Spike and Buffy would have held. I also liked that they aren't sure exactly why the Fates only took Spike's demon and how you left some things unexplained. It continues the mystery feeling that ran through the whole story.

Good story, I'm going to miss watching for updates. Thank you for sharing it with us.

fine tale, thank you.

seems like you just gave up on the ending. Cut off to soon with an ending that was rushed.

I did enjoy reading this, very much.

Really lovely reunion story. They finally got all the pieces together and now have a future side by side. Love the quicky proposal and thenBuffy's baby comment...very cute and after all their history, just right.

Really enjoyed this story, hon. Nice mix of romance and action.

Kathleen

Thanks for the story. Truly enjoyed it. Look forward to reading your works in the future.

nice save of our favorite vamp.

Wheee too updates to read ...a reward for me being away from the computer yesterday.

OH dear! I wonder if this is the Shanshu or something else completely. Really tense and heart rending with Spike being killed and taken (always with these two it's too little too late!). I trusted you to not leave them in misery and youcame through *G*. I'm alive! Hum...


Kathleen

I never saw that coming! Wow. Good chapter. Felt so bad for Buffy having to watch Spike being taken and then having to listen to him die. I'll be watching for your next update.

evil. good read but evil.

Oh dear! Broken tablet...not good....stabbed Spike even worse!

Buffy's going to come out swinging now. They both would rather be the one to die than watch the end of the other. Should be interesting to see how you rescue our dynamic duo.

Kathleen

Oh, you are evil!! Ok, the scissors are metal so they can't kill Spike, so I wonder how the Fates are planning to do it. And I don't think Buffy, no matter how injured she is, is going to just sit back and watch it happen. Anxiously awaiting your next update.

very good read, thank you. now about the evil cliffie...

Oh oh!

Nice fight scene. Lots of action (hard to do....good job!)

Loved this:
“You’re one of us,” a throaty voice growled into his ear, his attacker jerked on his vest, cutting off his unneeded air.

“No, I’m hers.” So true! Nice way to make it clear just what side Spike will always be on....HERS.

Kathleen

Omg. Is breaking the tablet going to stop the Fates, or make it impossible for Willow to step in and save them. Can't wait to see where you take this.

Loved the "Buffy, duck" scene and the vampires are "roadkill".

Hope you update soon.

very good read, thank you. conversation with jenna was a fun distraction they all needed.

ooo and so it begins!

Like the two Slayers you've introduced a bit, especially Jenna. I love it that her skills are still being used in spite of her loss of a leg. Love the banter between all the characters and Jenna joining in was a hoot (I'd join them too LOL).

Kathleen

Another evil cliffhanger! You're trying to drive me nuts. It's a good thing you update quickly.

When Buffy sent Spike away so she could cry alone, I had tears in my own eyes. How sad to find each other again and know they could lose each other that night. I am really enjoying this story.

Oh well thats just teasing!

“You heard the missus. I’m not allowed to whore around.”(lo freakin l) I'm loving this story

wonderful read, thank you. bonus points for the line: “You can still ravage me, if you want.”

Lovely before the battle conversation and cuddling.

Hum....Buffy wanting a heartbeat...could a Shanshu be the outcome of this? I like my Spike any way he comes.

Kathleen

AHA a solution! YAY Willow. I just know you aren't going to kill off either of our darlings and the solution can be doable with the world's most powerful witch at the helm.

Yes, I can easily see that souled Spike DID think he was undeserving of Buffy, beneath her. You could see it from the time he returned from Africa...even in LA when he feared going to her. This reaction makes perfect sense as do his fears that once he has happiness so close it will be taken. Poor dear boy!

LOVE this exchange: “Ah,” Andrew waved a hand in a dismissive gesture. “The two of us, two heroes with a dark past. Fumbling our way back to the good side.”

Spike looked at him in horror. “Can you not use the word fumbling when you talk to me?” I can sooooo see this conversation part! Actually I can see Spike actually confiding in little Andy (who is awkward like William was even if William had more going for him). I think they COULD be friends and after all Andrew was the ONLY one glad to see Spike after he returned in canon (many points to the boy for that).

Excellent.

Kathleen

I guess you really can get anything you want on ebay. Enjoyed the chapter, and can really feel for Spike and Buffy. Now they've found each other again they don't want to lose each other. Keep up the good work.

Another good chapter.

wonderful start to the day and red didn't even slow it down. very good chapter, thank you.

What a lovely morning after...very visual from start to end. I think he'd be adorable asleep and twitchy faced *G*.

Taking things a day at a time is all any of us can do in reality so they are no different from any other couple, just more aware of it.

Love Willow's reaction too.

Kathleen

Good chapter(All I got to say, nothing wrong with it)

Yes,Spike.Why don't you devour her delicious cookie self? She also has milk,so,that's another plus,what do you say?

beautiful read.

Ding went the oven! Yes she's finally not half-baked but done *G*.

Lovely and tender. Good romantic sex. You show the careful tred of two people who have a history of hurt between them that still pops its head up in spite of the love and desire. Nicely done.

Kathleen

That last line was perfect. Great chapter. Sexy, with just the right amount of love and humor.

ROFL - a lovely, touching reunion scene - ending with a giggle. Nicely done!

Kinda had me worried that last few chapters bout Spike being a pansy but this chapter made up for them. Just hope it keeps going like this 1.

sweet read, thank you. seems that now both of them are candidates to make the "ultimate sacrifice."

AHHHHH reunion sex and as lovemaking this time from both sides! YAY.

Yes, he had to slot everything in his heart and mind and then take it to her door to be certain of where he is in the now. Very Spike like.

Kathleen

Great chapter! So nice to see Buffy and Spike showing each other love instead of just having desperate sex. I like the more mature Buffy you're giving us. You show enough of her old self to keep her in character as well as showing how she has grown and changed over the years. I'm really enjoying this story and look forward to your next update.

Need to stop making everything about Buffy imo, eh and it's buffy's fault its all screwed up but good chapter.

they definitely fail to communicate. good chapter, sad ending. thank you

Ah Buffy it's still all about YOU isn't it! LOL

Poor Spike to be overwhelmed with emotion (not all of it happy). He needs to assimilate all that angst and then carry on from there.

Wonder how Giles will behave?

Kathleen

Seems like Spike is feeling all guilty now, like when he first got his soul. can't say I approve but it was a OK chapter.

what a fascinating change. very good read, thank you.

I tried to comment last night but the server problems ate my review. I'll try to remember what I said (it was good too!)

Love your description of the Fates, very visual! Love the way you have them speak together only certain words or phrases....I can hear it in my head.

So happy they did something right in giving Spike his feelings back. I'd give them a bit of a pass for that. However....I'm a bit afraid it will be a double edged sword based on Spike's reaction. I think he got a heavy dose of bad memories along with the good. His reaction reminded me of Seeing Red...I think his emotions will be on overload for a bit.

LOVE this story. You are crafting one of your best.

Kathleen

I don't like that you keep making Spike apologize. Buffy has way more to apologize about then him imo but still good chapter/story.

very good read, thank you. not the kindest place to stop. fortunately there is more update.

Oh oh! Methinks the Fates have spoken!

Just occurred to me how ironic it is to have Buffy and Spike fighting fate ...:::snicker:::... Hope they actually win this battle.

Spike can't seem to see that he DOES still have strong feelings for her, like with her in S7 of the show....it shows in his actions.

Loving this story.

Kathleen

Again everything is about Buffy. I think Spike should of pointed out some nasty things to her, like at the end her kissing Angel and shit but otherwise good chapter.

Loved the interchange with Andrew and hell freezing over. VERY visual for Spike's reaction LOL.

"he would do the same thing again. Without hesitation. He wouldn’t need a second to think, he wouldn’t even blink. For her, he’d do anything. Okay...THAT'S love. He might not "remember the feelings" but he sure has the feelings.

Tee hee the hair is a way to distance himself from thief Billy Idol LOL.

I know for certain that Spike is already falling for her again....she just needs to give him reason.

Excellent. Have favorited and can now happily await each update.

Kathleen

Is it me or does Buffy think everything is about her? seems like that in alot of stories(including this 1 so far) but the story is good so far, just mentioning things I don't like.

Hmm...maybe the faerie dilemma and the Fates quandary are related, perhaps? Just wanted to drop another note and say I'm entertained. Keep up the good work!

YAY multi-tasking Willow. Glad Buffy understands even if she is being a silly bitch about it. Wonder what that chest pain is though....got a feeling it means something very very important. For someone who doesn't feel the love anymore he sure treasures that letter and those memories! I think the faerie didn't do a complete job.

Kathleen

have to agree with red, "... the most screwed up couple that walks this planet.” very good read, thank you.

Ah - Willow's on it. *crosses fingers*

Well it's Buffy's own fault he'd want to forget his feelings but I didn't expect it like this at all good chapter.

WHOA! Hey, he WAS protecting her and all the little Slayers! She needs to think about HIM for a change (and how about giving him a lovely refresher course in loving Buffy instead of having a hissy fit!). Poor Spike.

Kathleen

understand spike's deal much better than i understand buffy's reaction. but that has been true of many of buffy's actions and reactions. very good read, thank you.

Ouch! Was hoping that wasn't what he meant. But, it could be worse. At least he knows that he did love her - and he could fall again. You never know.

Thats what Buffy gets(But it better be Spike/Buffy at the end)

Ooooo how is that even possible??? There has to be a real explanation there. Can't wait to read it.

Kathleen

it is himself he has the problem with, not her. very good read, thank you.

He still doesn't believe her? Doofus!

Aarrggghh. LOL Just because I said your cliffhangers were evil didn't mean I wanted another.Can't wait for your next update. I really want to know what Spike's hiding.

Jealously? Spike with a backbone kinda I like it.

Dying to know Spike's secret!

Yup it was inevitable that Buffy would stake Spike sooner or later. Just glad (as is she) that it was the collarbone she hit.

Nice action.

KAthleen

the fight was always normal for them. whether they fought against foes or each other. very good chapter, thank you.

Well written, full of intrigue and mystery. Really enjoying, always look forward to updates.

This is a great storyline you've developed. Don't know why you aren't getting more reviews. The mystery and intrigue are great. The characters are spot on. And the cliff hangers have been evil. Keep up the good work.

Yeah this Spike so far is good, no jumping at Buffy's every whim and need. Again I am a Spike/Buffy shipper but I just can't help but get satisfied when he has a lil back bone.

AHHHHHHHH TIMING!!!! Naturally just as they reconnect physically at least something had to happen *G*.

Lovely mix of exposition and action in this one.

"There had been times when he’d been able to get her off just by talking to her." Ah the magic that is JM's voice...oh yes indeedy.

Kathleen

and i thought they were just about ready to ... talk. good read, thanks

Yeah Buffy is a bitch. I am a Spuffy fan don't get me wrong I love the pairing but the season 6-7(Definitely the ending) and fanfics got me wanting her to get guilty some and Spike get mad at her.

Of course they are true,you self-centered little...thing!
Yeah,you are a thing,a being,an evil,disgusting,incapable-of-love being!
You didn't come back wrong,you are born that way!
And...and why do I loathe Buffy this much now?
Well,maybe because she's nothing but a annoyance who thinks herself as the center of all the damned universe...God,I should stop doing this!

Hum....interesting dream there. I think Buffy is very capable of love when she puts herself to one side. Wonder what SPike's secret is though....oopsie...hope it isn't another woman. I can't quite see that though.

Kathleen

situation normal, all.... very good read, thank you. they really do have to talk.

Eh she was with the Immortal so Spike had a right to stay away, she should off felt guilty for that. Also when she told him she loved him right when he was about to die... a day after she kissed angel. another reason for him to stay away

I think that's a great choice for a tattoo for Spike. ;)

Can't wait to find out what he's hiding!

Lovely tattoo BTW (thanks for the link). The old religion has some crazy neat symbols.

You know she has a bit of nerve being angry. That whole last year she kept showing in actions that she cared but refused to say the words till he was dying. When he asked what their closeness meant she said, "does it have to mean anything" then went playing tonsil hockey with Angel and blowing off his hurt feelings. No wonder he didn't just expect to be welcomed with open arms! Add to that all the crap Angel had to say to make it look like that "I love you" didn't mean what he wanted it to mean!

I always though that if Buffy loved him as she said (and I actually DO think she did...I blame Joss for not following through) she would have had Willow find out where he had wound up to make sure he was okay and NOT in hell...then if he was she would have tried to get him out. She didn't do any of that according to Joss so she has no right to be pissed that he didn't contact her, Immortal or not.

Love this story, hon. Top quality as you always deliver.

Kathleen

Hi, I just wanted to drop a line while I was reading. I really like your characterization of Spike so far in this story--mysterious and way attractive in an elusive kind of way. Also, I'm loving the inclusion of the Fates. They're a fascinating portion of mythology. I am wondering, will our intrepid slayers end up going to Athens?

I don't know what's gotten into me but I seriously don't want Spike to be involved with Buffy again...ever again...
Well,I hope this thoughts would go away,you know,pass away? Because,hey, some fic this one is,wouldn't want to read it without all the Spuffy-spirit,now,would I?

Poor Buffy!

And I love the idea of Secte Noir raising The Fates - what a clever Big Bad.

Hum....so Buffy is finally the one to doubt being loved. That's only fair.

The Fates might have more than one surprise for people that's for certain.

Kathleen

"I just…I just don’t understand, Will. Why would he do that?"

Geez, talk about self centered if she can't 'possibly' think of at least one reason why he'd stay away.

At least Willow, along with everyone else, was pretty much completely in the dark regarding that... er "relationship"

great beginnin',love it

I love the whole story, I just had to come back here and comment on the shades of Blade: Trinity in this chapter. ;)

What an intriguing start! And I love your Action Hero Spike coming to the rescue.

Wow! From the first word I was hooked. Your first chapter is powerful and gripping: great Buffy quips, suspense, and a marvelous writing style on top of it all. I can't wait to read the rest!

Oh hon! I FINALLY got a chance to start in on this one. I KNEW I wouldn't want to tear myself away so I waited till I knew I could read aklkl you've got thus far.

Wonderful start. Naturally Buffy is not talky girl when she needs to be. Some things never change.

Love the description of Spike and the world 10 years after. Really really good action sequence (hard to do..YAY you).

Kathleen
off to continue reading *G*

very good beginning, thank you. have the same question as buffy.

Terminator-Spike is definately interesting. I like the idea that Spike has evolved in fighting...considering we've seen the Slayers do just that.