

Date: 12/03/2005 - 12:52 pm Title: Paying the Piper
I like your story so far - but it's good to know we'll see more of Buffy later. I would miss it I must say. :) And good to see too that Spike noticed the danger for Meret too. So Spike beat the demons - but who is the last one standing? At last he know how to keep dry feet standing in water. But I'm glad Spike could escape the Mage and making it to Giles. *gg* And it seems too that Giles is now in the secret - Meret is there :-D
Author's Response: I'm glad you're still liking the fic. And yeah, the cat is right and truly out of the bad now. Thanks for reviewing!

Date: 12/03/2005 - 12:28 pm Title: Paying the Piper
Love the story, good chapter I'm curious about what the human wants with Spike and Meret.....or maybe it's just Meret he's really after.
I don't mind it being Spike centric, I find that it can be interesting to not have it all revolve around Spuffy stuff.
Author's Response: It's good to hear that the fact that the story really centers on Spike is not being seen as a bad thing. Thanks for reviewing!

Date: 12/03/2005 - 12:14 pm Title: Paying the Piper
The rating seems appropriate to me, if that’s what you’re worried about.
Personally I’m not concerned that this isn’t a Spuffy-centric fic. There are plenty of those already out there! I tend to agree that both our heroes need to mature for them to have a healthy relationship, and I’ve appreciated the direction you seem to be heading in this story. I will admit to anticipating seeing you develop a relationship between Spike and Buffy, but I’m happy to see you do it when it fits your story!
And poor, poor Spike! Though after his trek through the sewers I’d toss him in the shower too!
Author's Response: Whew, that's good to hear. I know how to rate movies, but writing, where fleshing out a scene if left to the reader's immagination? Yikes. Anyway, thanks for reviewing!

Date: 12/02/2005 - 01:20 am Title: Tomb Raiding
Very interesting; I assume the robed figures are there for Meret?
Also enjoying the direction you've taken Spike's relationship with Buffy. I have to admit that I always liked the big "Once more with feeling" kiss, but I can see where it might be construed as heading their relationship in an unhealthy direction-- Spike's desperation for her acknowledgment, Buffy's feeling that she's betraying her friends by kissing him, etc. I’m looking forward to seeing if you handle things differently!
Also curious to find out what’s up w/ Giles!
Author's Response: I loved the OMWF kiss too, just not what happened afterward. I'm glad you're liking how I'm changing their dynamic. Thanks for reviewing!

Date: 12/01/2005 - 10:59 pm Title: Tomb Raiding
NO not butterfly nets! And are these robed figures human? Can't wait to see what happens next! Love this story. Please write more soon! thanks!
Author's Response: I'm working on it! Thanks for reviewing!

Date: 12/01/2005 - 08:17 pm Title: Tomb Raiding
You write a wonderful Spike, and Meret is delightful.
Author's Response: Thank you!

Date: 12/01/2005 - 03:45 pm Title: Tomb Raiding
Spike and Meret, the Tomb Raiders *gg* Must have been fun to watch. So Giles will leave soon? At last now Buffy will have money to pay the bills. Butterfly nets? It sounds as if they want to catch Meret - this is sooooo not good. Loved reading the chapter :)
Author's Response: Lara Croft they are not. ;-) Thanks for reviewing!

Date: 12/01/2005 - 01:17 pm Title: Tomb Raiding
Wow, I don't think I've ever encountered this as a money-making endevor for Spike before! Kudos! Everyone goes the 'poker-pool-sort of legitimate job as a bouncer' way.
I'm loving this and I can't wait for the rest of the gang to meet Meret, but I'm also enjoying that she's still sort of Spike's private friend.
Author's Response: A thought it was kind of funny that Spike had all of these treasure hunting adventures - the de Lac cross, the gem of Amarrah - but couldn't figure out how to make more money on the show outside of poker and blackmail. Silly vampire. :-) Thanks for the review!

Date: 12/01/2005 - 12:37 pm Title: Tomb Raiding
This story is very entertaining and well detailed. I'm especially enjoying the relationship between Spike and Meret. Meret is coming off as more a friend than a pet, and her empathic abilities are a grounding force for Spike. Spike's quest for money is also an intriguing plot device, and I love the attention to detail you're putting into his endeavors. Spike's fiscal relationship with The Magic Box makes sense and is also well handled. The dialogue is in character and the entire story is moving quickly without being rushed. I'm looking forward to more.
Author's Response: I'm so glad you're enjoying the story! Thanks for leaving a review!

Date: 12/01/2005 - 12:03 pm Title: Tomb Raiding
I just love this story so much. The relationship between Spike and Meret is priceless. In fact, the way the relationship between Giles and Spike and Anya and Tara is so interesting that I haven't even missed Buffy. I mean of course Spike is doing all this is being done for Buffy. I don't miss her rejecting him. Now you're turning evil with the butterfly nets. We all know what that means. Please don't let anything happen to meret. She's just too cute for words. I'll stop babbling now.
Author's Response: Thanks! I promise that there will be more Buffy later, but I'm glad you like the relationships with the other characters too.

Date: 12/01/2005 - 11:51 am Title: Tomb Raiding
Oh, no! I just hope they're not there to try to capture Meret. Please, pretty please, hurry up with the next chapter, I'm dying to read more of this. Excellent chapter, btw!
Author's Response: Thanks for commenting! The real question is: Will they be successful? :-D

Date: 12/01/2005 - 09:32 am Title: Tomb Raiding
Great story. I am however missing the friendship Spike seemed to have with Buffy before they first kissed. In fact I miss any interaction with Buffy since there don't seem to be any at this point.
Author's Response: I promise that I'll be getting to Buffy in a few chapters. Thanks for the review!

Date: 12/01/2005 - 09:00 am Title: Tomb Raiding
'Dum de-dum dum dummmmm'... cue spooky, ominous music... Chrissie runs for the crypt and hides in Meret's crib while Spike and she wrassle the baddies.
So glad Giles found a way to tie Spike into the Magic Box and to Buffy. Sure Anya will settle down and realise she's just tied her most valuable supplier to her. Hope Buffy's going to come along and help Spike and meret out soon... Great update!
Author's Response: Hee hee! The story got some theme music! I'm glad you're enjoying the fic. Buffy will start making appearances in a little bit, I promise. Thanks for the review!

Date: 12/01/2005 - 08:09 am Title: Tomb Raiding
Uhoh, someone looking for Spike's little friend? I like how you've twisted certain canon events to fit the story. . . deal with RL we'll wait on the updates
Author's Response: I'm stressed out in real life, which makes me want to take time to write. However, I'm stressed because I don't have enough time to get everything done as it is. So writing makes the situation both better and worse at the same time. It's a funny paradox. I'm glad you're enjoying the story. Thanks for reviewing!

Date: 12/01/2005 - 06:33 am Title: Tomb Raiding
Run Spike Run!
Author's Response: Doesn't he need pink hair for that? ;-) Thanks for reviewing!

Date: 12/01/2005 - 05:31 am Title: Tomb Raiding
They wouldn't happen to be after Meret would they?
Author's Response: A very good guess. :-) Thanks for leaving a comment!

Date: 12/01/2005 - 05:08 am Title: Tomb Raiding
Oh noes! They can't have Meret!!!
Author's Response: Bwahaha! Oh who am I kidding? I'm a sucker for a happy ending. Never fear! (OK, fear a little :-) ) Thanks for commenting!

Date: 12/01/2005 - 04:02 am Title: Tomb Raiding
Oh no they have come for Meret....those bastards.
Author's Response: Why do I hear that in Kyle's voice? ;-) Thanks for leaving a comment!

Date: 12/01/2005 - 04:00 am Title: Tomb Raiding
The kind looking to catch a coatl.
They really could have chosen a better last name for William in that comic. Pratt is kind of insulting.
Hmm, what's Giles up to?
Author's Response: I thought it was silly at first too, but then I read that William Pratt was Boris Karloff's real name. Seeing as how I love the old horror films, I figured there were worse people he could have been named after. As for Giles, I'm going to sit on that secret for a bit. ;-) Thanks for reviewing!

Date: 12/01/2005 - 03:21 am Title: Tomb Raiding
Oh no I hope they don't get Meret. update soon.
Author's Response: Will do! In fact, have! :-D Thanks for commenting!

Date: 12/01/2005 - 12:45 am Title: Tomb Raiding
Oh! no!! not meret!!! please don't let them catch her!!!
great...awesome update!! though i miss some spuffy interaction love your spike's POV!! thanx!!
Author's Response: Spuffy's on the way. I'm glad you're enjoying the story! Thanks for reviewing!

Date: 11/29/2005 - 12:15 pm Title: Distrust Fund
Spike smiling! So delightful. My heart bleeds for your Buffy. Another lovely chapter.
Author's Response: Thanks!

Date: 11/28/2005 - 08:13 pm Title: Distrust Fund
Love your story! Pleas write more soon! Thanks!
Author's Response: I'm working on it! :-) Thanks for commenting!

Date: 11/28/2005 - 06:34 pm Title: Distrust Fund
Love the chapter, cant wait fore more
Author's Response: Thanks!

Date: 11/28/2005 - 04:12 pm Title: Distrust Fund
This story is unique and such a delight to read. Thanks so much.
Author's Response: Thanks for taking the time to comment! I'm glad you're liking it so far.