Well, at least Spike's being a little more firm about it this time. She can't just give him time when its convenient for her. She still thinks of him as less than a person, which is why she'd never currently consider being with him. But its good to know it at least stings when he doesn't play along. Very sad, but touching ending to the chapter.

If she had two brain cells she'd realise what's up with him. Spike should just leave her to her happy life -- see how that goes for her.

from insight to advoidance in moments, so buffy. is she the kid sister? thanks for the fun read. enjoy spike and dawn.

Well that was just stupid on her part. She knows that he's in love with her. Does she think he's her bestest girlfriend and do each others hair and talk about boys and giggle? Maybe it's time Spike looked for some one too. Hate to see either of them with other people but it might send a message to her as well. Great read, thanks.

very good read, thank you. buffy is either so dense that nothing spike says or does penetrates, or as unconcerned about anyone but herself as the rest of the scoobies.

Buffy using Spike for muscle as usual toward the end. That's sad.

Buffy using Spike for muscle as usual toward the end. That's sad.

Poor Buffy, she just has no clue. You can't tell a guy who loves you about your date with another guy, and expect him to be okay with it.

wow. we girls can be really dense we we wnat to huh?

Is she an idiot? He TOLD her how he felt about her before she died! How does she THINK he'd feel hearing about the nice normal boyfriend and her jollies with him? She needs a swift slap for her lack of consideration. Maybe Dawn should deliver it with a wake up call.

Excellent update....poor Spike, I cringe for him. He's right, she's all about the using of him and discarding him before he gets any of his needs met.

Kathleen

not that she doesn't deserve that, because she totally does, but i feel a bit bad for the girl, cause she really was trying...i have a feeling that "just friends" isn't going to work out for those two :P lol...jacob's got guts, at least, he tried to help her fight them,and wants to see her again...so although i want him out of the picture for spuffy's sake, i hope it's not in a violent or bloody way :P great chapter, love :)

Aw, she's kinda dense sometimes but she's trying. I feel bad for her now.

She has to know that he is hurt that she went out on a date and evidently enjoyed herself. I am glad that he was there to help her.

Oh, I like this. Stupid Buffy - can we assume she might be getting a tiny clue? :)

Oh Spike, how could you hurt her like that, all she wanted was friendship and maybe trying to tell her feelings for him, explain things and he ruins it.

Can't say I blame Spike for his behaviour, it's totally understandable when Buffy shows up and begins talking about the guy she's dating. She knows Spike loves her, but to me it seems like she's pretending he doesn't.

Ouch. I read once that you should never make someone your priority, if they only consider you their option. Maybe Buffy will miss him enough to seek him out truly.

Duh, Buffy! You know the man has feelings for you, and you're confused that he's hurt you're dating someone else?! God, she has no sensitivity whatsoever.

Poor Spike...I don't blame him for being upset when she's this obtuse.

This is really wonderful! Very believable and nuanced characterizations here; Spike in particular is nicely drawn. I adore Spike, but this version seems much more three dimensional than I'm used to seeing in fic.

Nice job with Buffy too. I don't find it hard to believe that she's still not comfortable with Spike as a romantic interest, but I suspect she'll get there.

And I like Jacob. I don't think he's the right guy long-term for Buffy, but I also think things between our favorite couple would go better if she figures that out for herself!

Oh, poor Spike, to have to listen to her talk about her date. Still, I suppose your version of Buffy is being kinder to Spike than Joss' version. I'm definitely intrigued to find out where you're going with this.

Stupid Buffy, maybe Dawn will give her a heads up.

Buffy, Buffy, Buffy... :sigh:
You do not talk to the guy who is in love with you about the guy you're dating. She should know this stuff. Poor Spike.
Great update and I'm still wishing for a demon to scare Jacob off and knock some sense into Buffy.

Ah yes.

Stupid Buffy + Stupid Spike = meant to be, TRUE LOVE! haha.

Does she really not get how much she's hurting him? I don't blame him for his behavior, he has every right to be mad.I wanna smack her good.

Okay, time to break out the clue-by-four, because Buffy certainly needs one.