does riley want to help? even he should have been bright enough to know what would happen. very good read, thank you.

tee hee!  how cool was this?  thanks for the great update!

OK.  I admit I'm confused by the ending but I'm sure you will clear it up in the next chapter.  Why did Riley ask the question  when he got what he was looking for?  Really excellent writing again.

oh, nice twist! love it! and yay spike-y!
cant wait for more!
~liz

With TWO love sick swains rushing to her rescue (along with Willow and Xander) what could possibly go wrong?

Wow, what great chapter...looking forward to your next! Can't wait to see where you take it!

WOOOO Didn't see that coming. Yes he is in denial but very much hers already.  Certainly surprised to see Riley there at the end.  Did he not expect them to take Buffy captive?  Grrr...idiot (I never did like him though).  Knew Spike had to help, can't let Buffy get hurt on his watch even if he can't admit why yet.

She' as bad....can't admit the feelings are real but she's closer than he is I think.  Not going with Riley will be better on her heart issues too as that only made things much worse IMHO.

Looking forward to the next installment but savored this one. 

Kathleen

Ohhh, drama. Loved this update. Obviously, some spell-induced kissy-face would have been nice but I love how you're dealing with their reactions. They're both really not happy with the fact that they care for each other. Look forward to more!

Ha ha! Riley being around certainly seems to be drawing out jealous, possesive Spike and that's one of my favorite versions! I hadn't considered that the Initiative would take Buffy, forcing Spike into action without time to think about image or what he should be feeling. Great job and I can't wait to read the daring rescue!