Why weren't Riley and company wearing masks? The easier to bring Buffy and Riley to this point? Not so sure about the openess thing especially if Walsh is in the picture.

Riley seems much more icky with the claim in place! Of course, if this is S4 then Captain Cardboard must be present, and I don't usually have much dislike for Riley until S5, but here I find myself wishing he made Buffy physically ill. Glad you answered my question so I now know Buffy was feeling Spike's actual physical pain. Love the quick updates!

Gee gosh he's so nice -- bleagh!

Ick, Riley and Buffy - how long can that last?

Riley lips! Gag, sputter, spit! Otherwise enjoying the story immensely.

Thanks for the update, great chapter!

I don't trust him. Get to know more meaning do experiments on to find out more? It's interesting to see Spike attracted to Buffy but not evil and not in love with her. His words were almost comforting about being with Soldier Boy and maybe knowing Buffy will see his thoughts and memories will affect Spike too. Good chapter.

Methinks Riley isn't interested in Buffy, but he is interested in The Slayer... And that could be bad for Buffy...