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[Reviews - 251]Buffy kisses Faith one last time and jumps into Glory's portal. She's prepared to die but instead wakes up in a strange new world. This is the companion to Flowers for a Ghost and tells the story of what happened to the Buffy from that universe.
Category: Season > Season 5, Relationship > Buffy/Faith
Characters: Angel, Anya Jenkins, Buffy Summers, Dawn Summers, Faith Lehane, Rupert Giles, Spike, Tara Maclay, Willow Rosenberg, Xander Harris
Genres: Angst, Drama, Romance
Warnings: None
Series: Flowers for a Ghost
Chapters: 15 | Completed: Yes | Word count: 76871 | Read count: 80046 | Published: 08/14/2013 | Updated: 07/07/2014 | Latest Chapter
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Date: 08/15/2013 Title: Chapter 1: Prologue & Chapter 1
Eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!
-Becomes a man again-
Ahem. So yeah I am thoroughly enjoying being on the other side of the window after reading Flowers for a Ghost.
I, like many other readers of that story, kept wondering what 'B' could possibly be like since Alt Faith went on about her like she was the lovechild of Mother Theresa and Superman. A Buffy with a little less pain in her life and a lot more love would surely be a drastically different character.
I think I may have been expecting something closer to the "naive school girl" Angel first saw her, but really a Buffy in pigtails who's peppier than an entire cheerleading squad isn't really Buffy. There is definitely a softer edge to this Buffy, it's subtle for the moment but I'm sure as events from her life are further explored and she comes out of her shell I'll get to see just how different she is. I have no fears over your ability to bring something interesting and satisfying to this version of Buffy. :)
Really liked seeing the differences and similarities in the dynamic of the scooby gang and Buffy's observations of both. Angel's presence in this world does allow for a very different story and his inclusion was a nice scene; something I'm glad you addressed already within the first chapter. The fact Willow and Tara are much more skilled in the magicks and Angel and his gang have just come from another dimension themselves also makes me wonder whether the events in Flowers for a Ghost are completely over...;)
So yes...Friday. That's tomorrow right? Yes? Don't be a meanie and make us wait till next week! Friday is Friday! Please?! Look I'm uploading my stories to Chosen Two right now! See? I did good! I DID GOOD! Uh, so yeah...update soon, whatever, no big.
Author's Response:
Lol, what even?
Alt Faith has some rose colored glasses, but let's face it, any Buffy is pretty great. Wasn't that one from wishverse great? She was like 'I have braids and combat boots, fuck you all.' :D I hope Alt Buffy lives up to your expectations though; they sound very high. *Hides under a table*
I assume you don't really want me to answer this question about magic and Angel's group's varied ability. :p Speaking of which, Angel! I love me some Angel. I don't know if most fuffy shippers love Angel as much as I do, but I just want to squish him and pet him and give him all sweet moments in the stories. It's probably because of that time he was a puppet. Who could not love that puppet?! I have a heart, okay? Or I did. But puppet Angel stole it.
Anywayyyyy as you can see it's Friday and I haven't updated, because I clearly didn't mean TWO DAYS LATER. Do you think I'm a machine?? Go work on NMG and hush yoself. :D
Date: 08/23/2013 Title: Chapter 2: Chapter 2
That was so gratifying to read, from the prison visit to the whole Spike revelation. I couldn't really picture how you'd do Buffy meeting Faith but you did a fantastic job of it and I really loved it. Their interactions and all that underlying subtext just bounced around and I think you wrote redeeming Faith very well here, not too defensive but not too tame.
Again, love seeing the differences in these worlds that you forget about, how characters could have died if the situations were different, how others can become allies. Really looking forward to what's in store for chapter 3. ;)
Author's Response:
You're not seeing it as soon as you thought, eh? :p
Thank you! It was a weird scene because Buffy has all these feelings threatening to escape everywhere and Faith's just like, mind = blown. I'm glad it came across impressively, haha. :)
Date: 08/30/2013 Title: Chapter 3: Chapter 3
I'm as captivated as ever. Not much else i can say that I haven't gushed about when reviewing previous chapters or stories by yourself. Keep up the good work.
Author's Response:
Thank you, kind sir. I do like your gushing though. :p I shall attempt to keep up the good work (current chapter is languishing... :X).
Date: 09/06/2013 Title: Chapter 4: Chapter 4
Still loving this story. I like how you take the canon seriously and work it into the story. I wonder what role Spike and magic-crazed Willow will play by the end.
Not sure what part of this was the "big thing" that happened. I'm guessing the angry exchange at the prison. I assumed something like this would come to break them past that awkward 'she's not who she looks like' phase.
I look forward to what's to come, it's hard to picture where it goes from here - no wonder you're struggling a little. :P
Author's Response:
Well, I wasn't struggling with the basic bones of the story, just how much of the canon to include, which you'll see in the next chapter. :p
I'm trying to think what I did with the canon that was impressive, and can't recall, but I'll go ahead and take the compliment!
Date: 09/13/2013 Title: Chapter 5: Chapter 5
You are correct, I did not expect such a time jump. Neither did I think you'd pick a different big bad for the scoobies to rile against. Interesting pick by the way, I was half expecting it to be Willow with how she was going in the earlier chapters and the fact you're not her biggest fan.
Still really enjoying how you're writing this Alt Buffy and how Faith is constantly observing her and seemingly in wander at not being aimed at with death eyes 24/7.
The closet line was pretty funny. I like how you're not making Buffy too 'clingy' when she encounters Faith and the fact she didn't go to see her after Faith told her not to shows the level of maturity she has and how much she cares for Faith. The fact Faith still wants to know why she didn't come back is somewhat amusing. That girl really is a hook on the line. :P
There is definitely something between them and I have a feeling things will go a lot smoother than they did between the Buffy and Alt Faith from the other story.
Author's Response:
Thanks! Season 7 was such a train wreck, I couldn't stand the thought of having to work within it for the whole story.
Faith was angry during their last talk at the prison, but I think it would have been reasonable to think Buffy would come back. Of course, it would have been reasonable for Faith to contact her and apologize if she wanted her to, but they're not that reasonable as people. :p
They definitely have a different path than B/F in Flowers, I will say that much!
Date: 09/20/2013 Title: Chapter 6: Chapter 6
Animals from hell, huh? Interesting apocalypse. I like. Do wonder why Amy chose this route though. Loving the Buffy/Faith interactions and the general feel of the story.
Author's Response:
Primarily she needs something to keep them busy while she's off err, murdering people, and I could have gone with hoards of the undead, but I already did that. :p Also they keep the vineyard well guarded, and I hate bugs so the idea of tons of them flying around stinging everybody seemed really gross. :D
Date: 09/27/2013 Title: Chapter 7: Chapter 7
What a cool twist of events. The inclusion of Marcie is just cool. I'll say it again: cool. Now after saying it 3 times I should see a genie or summon the Kool-aid monster guy thing or whatever.
Anyyyyyyhoo, yeah, nice chapter. The fuffy moments were nicely handled and just the right amount of playful and exploring something new without going balls to the wall sexy with it. Balls to the wall may be the wrong expression in this context.
Boobs to the wall? Boobs to the wall. Go, boob, go.
I'll stop rambling now, looking forward to see how the Marcie plan and fuffy shennanigans play out.
Author's Response:
I hope the Kool-Aid monster did not come crashing through your wall after you left this review.
Thank you. :) Actually I'm pretty excited about Marcie too. I loved that episode, although it was one of their more heavy handed high school is hell examples.
Date: 10/04/2013 Title: Chapter 8: Chapter 8
Damn, Amy that's cold. Loving these throwbacks to stories in the earlier seasons that were left somewhat open ended. Using them in this story is really cool and not something I think I've seen done before. Will you aim for a hattrick? :p The scene explaining Willow's anger was great and I'm glad you're restraining your Willow bashing and trying to make her a well rounded character. Dawn's scene was sweet and very in character.
But that opening bedroom scene was just perfection. You told me awkwardness is key to first time Fuffy interactions and I don't think you're mistaken with that approach, but the playful and almost possessive nature of Buffy's actions and words as they just lay there is so satisfying to read. You get the sense of how used to this Buffy was a different life ago and there's a level of comfort and trust, banter over their fighting styles, those nails that dig into Faith's stomach. You really understand these are two powerful women that are simply choosing to be gentle because of what the other means to them.
Well that's what I got from it anyway. Really liked this chapter. Not many left now...
Author's Response:
Thanks! Hmm now I feel pressured to put it another callback. D: We'll see if anything comes to mind in the coming chapters. This story is more than 10 chapters long, if that's what you meant? I'm not sure how many it will be. Likely around 15.
Buffy having such familiarity with Faith kind of kills some of the awkwardness I would normally want to infuse in the scene. :p Although there are still Faith's feelings, and she is not settled into quite the same comfort level, as will be clearer in later chapters. Having Buffy be that easy with her definitely soothes the jagged edges though.
Date: 10/11/2013 Title: Chapter 9: Chapter 9
So Amy's actually quite the foe. Makes me wonder why she's biding her time. I wonder if there's a massacre on the horizon? :p This chapter was cool, little details like Rack being sucked dry of magic by amy lend depth to the story and familiarity to the show. Can't say i expected faith to burst into flames that was a shock but really things went better than expected. Don't imagine Amy's too happy wherever she slunk off to. The weekly wait continues...
Author's Response:
Why do they ever bide their time? The story demands it. :p She wants Willow, and preferably to be crazy with her and not sucked dry, so she's not quite ready to throw in the towel on that plan.
Gonna be a bit more than a week this time. Life's in the way of completing the next chapter. I hope to have it up next week. :(
Date: 11/12/2013 Title: Chapter 10: Chapter 10
A very sweet and welcome update to this story. Loved all the character development and moments between the slayers. Think you put in enough fuffy to keep the rabid readers happy without over doing it.
Still curious to how this story, in its 2 fic capacity, will end though.
Author's Response:
I don't think the rabid fuffy fans will be quite satisfied. :p But alas I move at my own pace. :)
Do you assume I have a master plan that somehow connects this with Flowers? I did call it a companion and not a sequel. :p
Date: 11/21/2013 Title: Chapter 11: Chapter 11
When reading this at first it seemed pretty obvious that Willow was innocent and Amy had clearly influenced Tara so the gang would turn on her. It made me think back to times in the show when the group had so quickly believed an innocent party of wrong-doing without taking into account all the possibilities.
However, after Tara's reaction in the hospital I could understand their belief that Willow was in the wrong. I was still in firm belief Willow had been set up to the very end of the chapter but then you go and put "guilty or innocent?" and I'm suddenly unsure.
Though I'm pretty certain that's you just being a troll. :P
Some nice Fuffy moments too. Just to make sure is Buffy's fetish faith touching herself? Or was there something I missed?
Author's Response:
Trolling? Now what have I ever done to make you think I would troll you? :D I guess we will find out if you're right next chapter.
And yes, Buffy was saying she likes watching her partners masturbate. :)
Date: 04/20/2014 Title: Chapter 12: Chapter 12
If I had to wonder why I missed your writing I got the answer from this update. I didn't even need to do a re-read to catch up with what was going on, it all came back to me as I worked my way through.
There are some really nice moments in this, I especially like Buffy telling Faith things she knows about her from the other Faith and how her reaction clarifies they are the same person at the root.
The sex scene was sudden and unexpected but get this - I didn't hate it! I've told you before how some erotic scenes can make me cringe and skim ahead but I read every word of this and it rode a perfect line between sexy and poignant. I particularly like the lines about what God didn't mention and the metaphor with snowflakes. Quite the poet you are.
I look forward to another, hopefully hastier, update.
Author's Response:
Hopefully hastier indeed! I was working on the chapter last night. Usually when I know I'm close to the end, I'll write a bit faster. Hopefully that happens here. There are only a few chapters left.
It's funny you should say that about the sex scene. I wasn't really feeling like writing one, so I went with a much less graphic version. People seemed to like it anyway, so I may do more in this style--similar to this one or maybe toned down even more like Debridement. My next fic is half way done and already has a sex scene though. :p so maybe my next next fic will have another scene you read. :p
Thank you as always for coming back even after long hiatus and reviewing. :)
Date: 06/03/2014 Title: Chapter 13: Chapter 13
I usually pride myself by knowing when you're bluffing but I honestly can't tell what Willow's up to anymore. Is it a double bluff? A triple bluff? Some form of bluff not meant for mortal minds? Beats me!
I know you have a general dislike of her character so I wouldn't put it past you to make her a backstabber. It certainly keeps things interesting.
The vineyard seems like a carnival fun house and I love your imagination with the forest in a glass box and the rapids plus waterfall. It gives a sense that anything could happen and multiple characters have been left in dubious circumstances. I also quite like Amy's odd flirtatiousness with Willow. I get the impression its her magical gifts she finds sexy rather than the fact she's woman-shaped.
The Fuffy stuff is great as always. They come off very protective of one another, connected on a deep level. Basement sex will do that to you. Looking forward to the last chapter (I think?), hopefully it will arrive sooner than this one. :P -fingers crossed-
Author's Response:
I can't fathom what a triple bluff would be... She's bluffing Amy. She's bluffing the Scoobs. She's bluffing... herself? I don't know. I'm trying to bluff you like 42 ways and I see I am succeeding, so go me, even if I can't figure out what a triple bluff is! *pats self on back*
The next chapter fleshes out Amy's obsession with Willow somewhat, so I'll be interested to see what you think of that. She does of course lurve her some magic, but for some reason people on this show find Willow attractive, so I guess it's not out of the realm of possibility that she wants to jump her bones. There's that Willow hate coming on again.... :p
So the 'last' chapter actually turned into the second to last. It took me all of chapter 14 to wind up the plotty stuff. Meaning I now have to do a chapter 15 to wind up the character stuff. Chap 14 is done though, and I hope will be posted by the time you wake up in merry old England. Fingers crossed that my friend/beta works at my demanding pace.
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[Reviews - 24]A slightly different take on Season 3, Buffy and Faith get a demon sized shove that sends them both searching for clarity.
Category: Season > Season 3, Relationship > Buffy/Faith
Characters: Buffy Summers, Faith Lehane, Rupert Giles, Willow Rosenberg, Xander Harris
Genres: PWP, Romance
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 2 | Completed: No | Word count: 9065 | Read count: 6738 | Published: 09/13/2013 | Updated: 09/23/2013 | Latest Chapter
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Date: 09/25/2013 Title: Chapter 2: Chapter 2
I'm reall enjoying this story. You paint the intensity of this hex remarkably well and its riveting and amusing to see how the two slayers are going to react off one another. Seeing Buffy force herself on Faith when she's the one adamantly trying to behave was a surprise but oddly felt like a very Buffy thing to do. Can't wait to see where this picks up from in the next chapter.
Rated: Teen
[Reviews - 22]Wishes can come true, as the residents of Sunnydale should know all too well. My Fic-or-Treat entry.
Category: Season > Season 4, Relationship > Buffy/Faith
Characters: Buffy Summers, Faith Lehane, Jenny Calendar, Rupert Giles
Genres: Angst, Drama
Warnings: None
Series: Fic-or-Treat Contest Entries
Chapters: 1 | Completed: Yes | Word count: 9473 | Read count: 36605 | Published: 10/31/2013 | Updated: 10/31/2013 | Latest Chapter
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Date: 11/01/2013 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1
As previously mentioned I really enjoyed this. You incorparated halloween in a subtle way that was overshadowed by the raising of the dead, the very dead, and the not quite dead yet.
It can be hard to differentiate a halloween episode from others when it comes to a show like Buffy the vampire slayer. Every day is like halloween there in that town! :D
Zombies and ghosts parading the streets is like every other Friday in Sunnydale.
I thought the ways you used the wish were really clever, especially with the undustable vampires, and it gave the story more depth to see variations on what 'never leaving' might look like.
All the characterisations were top notch as ever - would have loved to have read the gang's reactions to the slayers' sudden and intense make out session. I can picture Xander's look of awe and astonishment as silent tears slide down past the mad grin on his joyous face.
I was expecting the Mayor to come back in snake demon form just to add more angst on top of the nice little angst pile you'd started but I get that would have dragged on a little too long for this competition.
You may have my vote...still got to read the others.
Author's Response:
I don't think Season 4 Xander would be that excited about Buffy and Faith hooking up. More like confused and a little afraid. :p Poor Scoobs won't know what to make of things. I imagine Buffy had a lot of 'splainin' to do before Faith woke up (again). I was thinkin about the Mayor! Although he would have been a ghost not a snake, haha. But ultimately I was constrained by word count and could only squeeze so much in.
Did you check out the others? I loved them. :D
Rated: Mature
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Part 1 of the 'Wishing' Saga. A wish at Faith's bedside sends Buffy back in time to Faith's arrival in Sunnydale. Can Buffy change things for the better between the two of them? And what, ultimately, will be the price?
Category: Season > Season 3, Relationship > Buffy/Faith
Characters: Angel, Buffy Summers, Cordelia Chase, Daniel Osbourne (Oz), Faith Lehane, Joyce Summers, Rupert Giles, Willow Rosenberg, Xander Harris
Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Romance
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 26 | Completed: Yes | Word count: 164196 | Read count: 80126 | Published: 12/02/2013 | Updated: 04/24/2014 | Latest Chapter
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Date: 12/03/2013 Title: Chapter 1: Prologue: Graduation Day
I really enjoyed this story so far and the concept of Buffy going back to her past to do things differently is incredibly interesting, especially the ambiguity of what her differing actions and choices may cause to take place. I think you've put a lot of effort into this considering it's your first fic. The dialogue is great and mostly feels inseparable from the dialogue you use from the episodes. Speaking of which, you use enough existing material to create a sense of familiarity without using so much that it begins to look lazy. But your characterisations are so good i often was unsure if dialogue sounded familiar or was just really good original stuff. :)
I also like the fact that buffy has an inner monologue working the whole time, wondering what consequences her new actions could cause, knowing how things play out and seeing it all through wiser eyes. Youve also written her in a way that she isnt oddly besotted with faith or even sensing unusual feelings within herself, it really helps make the story feel 'real' like this is the buffy from the show, just trying to be a good friend and make things right.
Cant wait to see more of this and how this second chance plays out.
Author's Response:
Thank you for your kind words.
As I've siad before the concept is one I've read about elsewhere and that's what originally got the cogs turning. As to the dialogue, I've read through the shooting scripts they used for the episodes and if I say a funny line that didn't make it I probably put it in. The tempation, of course, is to rely too much on the actual episode. I'm writing Homecoming at the moment and apart from a few scenes it's all my own work- it's a lot harder!
Anyway, thanks again!
Date: 12/19/2013 Title: Chapter 6: Homecoming: Part 1 (The Dead And The Dumped)
This feels like its going from strength to strength and thats great considering this chapter had the most original content. You write the characterisations incredibly well, i honest to Odin cannot tell the difference between lines from the show and ones youve created. Not just the dialogue either, the way Buffy thinks is very in character and I am loving it big time. :D
The changes to the events are subtle in ways and sometimes you forget this is a Buffy who's gone 'back in time' and yet are reminded by her haunted memories of one possible future - i really like this concept. My only constructive criticism is to get a beta to weed out typos and missing words as there were quite a few i noticed. Although not story-ruining it can cause the flow to stop when you have to work out what was meant, but its easily dealt with and a fair trade for such an enjoyable story. :)
Can't wait for this sleep over chapter - the possibilites are endless! :p
P.S. The dance scene was sexy as hell and went just far enough to be believable under the circumstances. Kudos.
Author's Response:
Thanks for the kind words and encouragement.
Surprisingly I do have a beta- though not really a 'professional one' she usually gets most off my mistakes.
She must be spanked! But I'm not gonna do it- that chick scares me. Maybe a gently worded letter...
Seriously thanks for keeping the criticism constructive. Next chapter coming soon.
Date: 12/31/2013 Title: Chapter 8: Homecoming: Part 3 (Dressed To Kill Or Be Killed)
I really love this story. I look forward to each update. I think you did the fight scenes great and the way you change the path of well known events in the show is always fun and interesting to see. I really enjoyed the first 'more than friends' moment between buffy and faith and it felt really in character - as do all the cast.
Faith and buffys reactions throughout to the not so happy end felt spot on.
My only criticism is one i brought up before - typos. Theres always several in each chapter and its not the end of the world but seeing as youre delaying updating till your beta is available it seems not exactly worth it when missing words and typos are getting passed your beta. If her life is currently causing too many problems is there no one else you trust to do the betaing? I would happily be your beta if it meant seeing the next chapter up sooner. :)
Author's Response:
Thanks for the response- I'm glad you like the fighting stuff, and I'm glad you thought that the 'intimate' moment was in character.
As for the typos...that was kinda my fault, I asked her about it and she got all down on herself and apologetic. So she vowed to sort out some (unnamed) personal stuff and get back to me.
If it was just the spelling I'd gladly accept your offer :) but she's part of the process, she calls me on if a character sounds off and she has a real ear for dialogue that I appreciate. She's also promised to help with the more...intimate parts later on (To put it bluntly she's a lesbian- and I'm a stickler for accuracy so...)
Thanks for the offer and I will keep it in mind for the future.
Also, she's not the sole reason for the delays. For Christmas I actually got a surprise gift- 'Go Ask Malice', a book about Faith's time before Sunnydale (I'd never even heard of it before), so I thought I'd give it a read and see if it changes my view of my favourite slayer at all.
After that, updates aplenty, I promise!
Date: 01/16/2014 Title: Chapter 11: Revelations: Part 3 (Post-Slayer Depression)
I came back on here because I'd read chapter 9 a few days ago and didn't have the chance to review at the time and I'm greeted by TWO new chapters. If you could have seen the smile on my face.
I love this story. I will be repeating myself if I say why but the bottom line is you're doing a great job and I am in love with your characterizations of ALL the characters and Buffy's inner monologues and everything she says is so "Buffy" it makes me miss the show.
You've handled this pairing so well and made it feel so genuine that I can't wait to see where things go from here. :)
Author's Response:
Yeah, Revelations came back and I just divided it into three biggish parts for your enjoyment. If I remember right Lover's Walk is just one big one.
I'll be interested if people think I captured Spike's character in the next chapter- it was fun to write, but also tough because I wanted to get his 'voice' right, plus him meeting Faith for the first time, and under very different circumstances.
Thank you for your kind words, always welcome- hey, I don't mind if you repeat yourself!
Date: 01/30/2014 Title: Chapter 13: Amends: Part 1 (Christmas Presence)
Oh that twist. And that slayer-themed erotica. It really is like christmas came early..ah...late..um, i'll get my coat.
Awesome chapter, killing it as always. Looking forward to what changes may come in consequence to Buffy's 'wish'.
Author's Response:
Thank you, I find blending plot and erotica can sometimes be a lost art. So it's a good thing this isn't art! mmm...boobs.
More wish consequences to come. Thanks again for the comments.
Date: 02/20/2014 Title: Chapter 17: Helpless: Part 2 (What's Right About This Passage Again?)
What a gut punch to end on. Faith's reaction is more justifiable than any other she's had before in the show. Building up her trust and opening up has just caused her to fall harder into that bad place she goes when someone proves her cynical view of the world is well-founded.
The typos were less frequent this chapter, the whole first half i didnt notice one though near the action packed end they did crop up again. That really is the only criticism i can offer of this fic as i love it to bits. Really enjoyed seeing this turn of events that i totally didnt predict coming. Badly want to know why Buffy went all dizzy, i'm hoping there's a clever reason behind it rather than just 'demony magick spell thing' but we shall see. Bring on the Zeppo, baby!!
Author's Response:
Yes, I'm a bad, bad man to do that to Faith, but I'm glad people think her reaction was spot-on.
The Buffy-dizziness will be explained in the next chapter or two- our slayer will start getting some actual answers to her wish-problem, just as it escalates!
Thanks for the feedback, and enthusiasm- The Zeppo is coming!
Date: 04/26/2014 Title: Chapter 26: Epilogue: Graduation Day Part 2
I've been a bit lax with reviews for this as it neared the end but there was little praise I could add to what I've already said.
Immensely enjoyed this story of yours and your great handling of the characters and plot twists. I hadn't expected it to end so abruptly but in a way it had come full circle without me realising. I loved Faith's rant after the discovery of the truth, it felt so intune with her character's mentality toward life.
I'm very excited to see what direction you will take the sequel in and will keep an eye on the site looking out for it.
Author's Response:
Wow, 150 reviews. Yay me. And thank you!
Yeah, I really didn't know how to end it on a happy note, so I ended it on a hopeful note instead, Best I could do.
I'm glad people like the plot because that's the thing that's going to keep connecting the stories. The characters will change but hopefully the plot will be of consistent interest.
I'd just become used to writing Angel and Cordelia, and now they're gone and I have to write Riley and Spike. (not a fair exchange imo, but what are y'gonna do!)
Sequel's on its way soon-ish. (In a few weeks.)
Rated: Mature
[Reviews - 140]Part 2 of the 'Wishing' Saga. Just as Buffy is getting her life back together Faith wakes up from her coma. As dark forces gathering around the pair can Buffy hope to save Faith from the Intiative, the Watcher's Council, the Police or even the Scoobies? What's more, can Buffy save Faith from her own darkness?
Category: Season > Season 4, Relationship > Buffy/Faith
Characters: Adam, Anya Jenkins, Buffy Summers, Ethan Rayne, Faith Lehane, Joyce Summers, Maggie Walsh, Riley Finn, Rupert Giles, Spike, Tara Maclay, Willow Rosenberg, Xander Harris
Genres: Action, Adventure, Angst, Comedy, Drama, Romance
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 25 | Completed: No | Word count: 217407 | Read count: 37916 | Published: 05/11/2014 | Updated: 03/29/2019 | Latest Chapter
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Date: 05/12/2014 Title: Chapter 2: Wake Up Call: Part 1 (Love You And Leave You)
You're back already and I'm already tingling with anticipation for the first enounter between the two slayers. I'm hoping the back and forth of POVs won't just be the same chapter from two different perspectives and that each chapter genuinely progresses the story.
Hopefully I won't have long to find out at the speed you're pumping this out! :D
Your characterisation of the cast is great as always and Buffy really does seem to speak and think like canon Buffy. Glad to see you not unrealistically bashing Riley like some writers would, I'm interested to see how this little love triangle will develop. Here's to chapter 3.
Author's Response:
Feel free to tingle away!
Well, the next chapter will be stuff told from Faith's POV, but will have a couple of other intrigung bits. (At least I hope they're intriguing...) But it will end at kinda the same moment as this one, just from the other side.
But after that, rest assured that each chapter will progress and move the plot on. I've even thrown in a couple of other POV's, although Buffy/Faith will be the main focus.
And yep, I like Riley. (in S4 anyway..) Guilty.:)
I think in a lot of S4 fics he's sort of unfairly cast as this unlikable, stupid, teutonic guy, where in actual fact he's sorta nice, a bit boring but a good, solid guy. That's his appeal. Not that he's perfect, he has his faults, just like Faith has hers. :)
If I do this right then they'll be a nice contrast between the Buffy/Riley stuff and the Buffy/Faith stuff. Love triangle's are tricky things and I've seen enough bad ones to (hopefully) avoid most of the pitfalls.
Thanks for the feedback as always.
Date: 05/26/2014 Title: Chapter 4: Been A Long Time Since That Last Kiss
Ohhhh, it was just getting to the good part! I hope the next chapter isn't too far off. :(
You're handling the different POVs really well and I actually didn't notice they'd changed which is a good thing really because it all seemed to fit together smoothly. Still loving Faith's perspective and seeing her inner conflict, there are so many factors at play that I honestly don't know how she will decide to act! Buffy's own thoughts and feelings about everything are also a joy to read and it's sweet to see her think back on moments with Faith in the other reality. I really hope she pulls out all the stops to convince Faith she's on her side. So many stories go the route of making Faith cynical and paranoid for far too long. I'd really love to see you have Buffy smash through her walls like a Buffy Bulldozer powered by personal knowledge and the lessons she learnt from the other reality. Fingers crossed.
Having said that, I love how this chapter has set up an unpredictable outcome as various friends and foes circle and threaten to disturb the pivotal talk Buffy wants to have with Faith. It was bound to be a mountainous task to tackle to begin with but the possible intereference of the initiative, riley, the council, or the mysterious hooded figure (djin?) serve to makes things a complete mess. It would be hilarious if they all turned up at once and everyone involved is so confused in the chaos that even Faith struggles to believe Buffy set a trap that over the top! :D
Guess I'll have to wait and see! *counts away the hours and sighs*
Author's Response:
Hi, and Thanks!
I'm glad people are liking the different POV, since they're going to be a bit more common for the next few chapters (lots of balls in the air) before settling into a more familiar pattern.
Hopefully they'll be a lot of good Buffy/Faith moments as Buffy tries to reach Faith, can't promise that she'll suceed right away though...
Yeah, I'm trying to emphasise, from Buffy's position, that this is almost like Angel/Angelus all over again. Something she could've prevented but didn't- but its not exactly the same because Faith is capable of change, she can be saved. - but I'm glad you're liking her thoughts as well.
All the factions will circle, but only some will show up to the meet! But all will play some factor in the coming events. Some canon-y, and some not. :)
As for the wait....not too much longer now.
Date: 06/11/2014 Title: Chapter 5: Betrayals: Part 1 (Good Intentions)
So good. Need more. MORRRRE.
Ahem.
I can't even think of coherent feedback. Just need to read what's next. I need my fix. I need it bad! haha
I thought all the non-Buffy parts worked fine. Not sure what exactly you're unhappy with but maybe let me know what you feel is weaker or doesn't quite work and I'll look out for it in the future chapters and tell you if you have a point or just being paranoid. :P
Hope to see chapter 6 in the next hour or so...too hopefuly? Sighh...
Author's Response:
Thank you!
Incoherent feedback is all good. Animal noises, sound effects (good ones...) or mad gibbering I will always view positively. :)
I'm reasonable confident with all the Buffy/Faith POV stuff, and I'm getting to quite enjoy Willow's perspective (generally speaking I like her character) I know there's a lot of Riley hate out there and I'm a bit worried about the Riley POV stuff to come (although there's not that much after the next few chapters.)
But mainly its the original stuff ithat I have to watch, 'shadowman'- who will get an actual reveal in the next couple of chapters, made-up Initiative guy, Walsh- those are the ones I'm not sure on- I don't want to bore people who come wanting to read Fuffy-ness.
Maybe I'm being paranoid, but its better than being complacent, right?
Next update...Friday-ish?