can't say i share buffy's optimistic outlook. very good read, thank you.

Yep!  Still the same clueless wanting things to be her way Buffy as if talking to herself will make things a reality.  

I see a crowd of peasants with torches waiting on Revello Drive!  She's waaaay too optimistic.  Great story - but I think Spike's idea is the way to go.

A chapter of few words - just like the stilted 'conversation' between Buffy and Spike about expectations back at Revello.  Difference of opinion neither argued or debated.  Short, defensive shots at each other and then, nothing.  Great.  Ups the level of tension.

Thanks so much for posting. I'm guessing the truth of what they'll feel lies somewhere in between.  Looking forward to more.

Not irrational. Has she met these people?

Not sure I'd be so optimistic!  At least they're not going to just turn up expecting a welcome.

I admire Buffy's optimism. Not sure how realistic it is though...

oh boy poor naive buffy -  in a perfect world it would turn out that way but Spike knows better

Great chapter