awww faith calling buffy just to apologize and clear the air
Cute. Good to know Faith's still batting for the good. Had my doubts last chapter until I realized what she was doing. She makes a pretty good double agent. Can't wait to see where the relationship is going. Good work. :)
Author's Response:It's been so long since I first wrote this that I have no idea what was cute in the chapter. I'll assume it wasn't them punching each other in the face. But if it was, then, err, reast assured that I don't judge. :p
Another great chapter!
Giles' rescue and Buffy's wisecrack: "Hold that thought." were great. I loved the "fake" fight and Faith's explanation about the vamp in the car and her reason for wanting to stay in it by being undercover:
"Look, I'm not going to hide away in my room while you clean up my mess." Maybe it's just me, but I found that to be a total "cheering" moment! :) :) :)
"It hurt, enough to make her wince, but not as much as it should have." Really nice way to let us know that Faith is pulling her punches a bit. It's a great fake fight.
The spider in Buffy's kitchen was icky, creepy, and funny. I don't blame Willow one bit for freaking out. It made me laugh that Buffy was worried that Joyce would be mad about the knife damage to the wall. It's always so fun to see Buffy switch between being The Slayer and just a teenage girl. HAHA!!!
"The box isn't that big," Buffy reasoned. How many more can there possibly be?" Uh...Um...HAHAHA!!!
The alleyway cloak and dagger meeting was neat and I really like that it's not all smooth sailing for Fuffy. They're trying and aware of each other's reactions and feelings, especially Buffy, but it's still a tough sitch. The way you've written it seems very real to me.
"Hey, B...Back there, I would have stepped in if -- I wouldn't have just stood there, you know?"
"I know."
That's a great exchange and it's awesome that Faith admitted it and Buffy knew it to be true. Their banter throughout the rest of the scene is fun and Faith's:
"So basically, cool new pet?" HAHAHA!!!! That's so her and so funny!
Great chapter!
Author's Response:
It's not just you; Buffy was cheering as well. You know, beneath the wide-eyed I'm-going-to-murder-you deathglare.
Nobody (human) likes spiders. Especially gigantic, murderous ones from hell (That last part may be redundant). Willow knows her stuff. And Faith is just a freak (But an awesome freak). :)