really hope spike's hope is realized: that she does recognize what has passed. very good read, thank you.

What had happened in the shower could not happen again. - how did I know that wasn't going to work out.  Lovely chapter. 

Wonderful chapter - hot and sweet and achingly sad for Spike.

Poor Spike. So desperate to do the right thing by Buffy and having so much trouble holding back. I hope Buffy appreciates his efforts when she comes back to herself.

My heart really breaks for Spike in this story.  He loves her so much and has to hold back.  You write Spike's thoughts really well and I can't imagine what action will bring Buffy back to herself.    I wonder it it has to do with blood exchange?  Can't wait to read the next chapter.

No one could have done better for Buffy than Spike has, I don't care who it is.  He's fighting tooth and nail to keep things right between them, to not take advantage of her.  I can only hope his restraint will be appreciated.

Yep, no turning back from that door he introduced her to. Ah, if only the real Buffy could know the internal struggles this soulless vampire is going through....