Happy Early Birthday 29 right? *grins* Remember to wrap yourself up in Spike *wink*....Oh I see Xander is still is stupid self and just needs to be smacked hard. Oh Gods I think Cordi is in for alot of hell and what they find is not going to be pretty. But this story is not about fluff. Yikes I feel the pot brewing again gaining it's boiling point fast. Loved Spike with Connor "carrying him like a football" *laughs*. Go buffy bot rubbing it into Xander's face about orgasms. Now the poor buffy dealing with pregers sickness. Things are going to get real messy. I liked this chapter, it's a good way to introduce what is to happen. I fear I will need oxygen soon *grins*

Happy Birthday! as always ...i just love this story so many different story lines and twists and turns. one word.... terrific!

I apologize for not reviewing the last chapter - just forgot, whoops :) I'm sorry to hear that you reinjured your shoulder!! I liked this chapter - it was nice to catch up and see whatever one is doing. keep up the fantastic work! - good luck with your shoulder!!!

I'll be gutted if you don't finish this story. Who cares what other people think you've got meeeee.... and I love this story. It's brilliant.

The last chapter was intense - I think we all had a suspicion that Cordelia was taken by Angelus and raped...I think for some they probably wanted to deny it. After all, on the show they had a great love. Hell, even I cried when Angel picked up the phone and heard that Cordy died (and I was never a fan of the couple). This story is such a different take. No one has really explored Angel's dark side - the show only really scratched the surface. Here you have Angelus raping Cordelia. Raping Cordelia! My God - what happens to Angel when he is resouled (assuming you go that route). Can you imagine the absolute anguish? Or maybe...maybe he won't have any anguish at all and will chalk it up to another person he has to repent for. I think it adds such depth to the story. I know that when I read those words...I am on pins and needles. I truly feel Cordy's dispair. I only hope that Wes or Gunn finds her in time to save her. As for Spike and Buffy in domestic bliss...I think it's wonderful! I know it can't stay this way forever, but I always root for these two. Now that Buffy is...showing signs of being pregnant it can only add a whole new dimmension to this story. Can I also say...that the Oz/Tara pairing is wonderful! I for one want to see them together as more than just friends because you've set such a wonderful foundation for them. Call me a romantic. I know that Tara has always been portrayed as singularly gay - but my ol' romantic heart would love to see them as more. :) Congrats on the awards! I have followed this story since the beginning and find that you are an amazingly talented author. Don't let some naysayers sway you. :)

Why are you being so mean to Xander and Willow (or writing them so mean)? Come on!! Xander wouldn't hurt Anya. Oz wouldn't ignore Willow like that. I know it's your story, but why change the characters so drastically? Why wouldn't Buffy or any of the others be concerned for Willow's safety when they are talking about no one going out alone because of Angel? Obviously Willow doesn't know that Angel's on his way there, right? I really like the story, but it is so hard to get past the blatant dislike you seem to have for the Xander and Willow characters. It's just not believable - you're basically rewriting them - why not just make up two new characters altogether?

If I remember correct, it's your choice to disable anonymous comments.. Glad you could update! What I never thought was that Oz wouldn't hurt Tara whilst being unconscious. And Buffy *smile* she had her first encounter with morning sickness. Willow? I fear what she has in mind. Can't be good what she's planning. And Buffy's objections at the end of the chapter A bit fluffyness to read. The thing with Cordelia is hard enough. Hopeful she'll get her out.

I am enjoying the story very much. I appreciate your continuing to write it despite your health problems. I do read each chapter as soon as you post. Don't worry about "losing" readers. I believe a lot of people slow down on both reading and writing fanfiction during the summer. I can tell you from the reader side that there is less new material available for sure. Your readers will catch up later. You are a good writer, so they will come back

Great chapter! Loved the scene with Buffy, Spike and Connor in bed. So funny...
Your description of Tara and Oz's relationship is very sweet and believable. I can really see those two as best friends and love the way you keep developing the situation.
Can't wait to see what they are going to do about Cordy. I wonder if she'll be herself should they manage to rescue her or if Angelus will have a second seer's sanity on his considence. As much as I despise him in both of his forms, I wonder if it wouldn't be worse for him to be souled up again and had to live with what he did. Looking forward to see where you are going with that...
Great job you did so far, looking forward to the next chapter.

No loss of interest coming from over here! You doing great, i love this story! Keep up the good work ;)

I like this. I like that you keep the story balanced. Yes, there's lots of Spuffy, but those scenes are balanced with the bloody, violative Vampiric action and the undercurrent of dark mystical threat from an out of control Willow. All of that combined stops this from becoming saccharine sweet. If that's what some readers want, go buy Mills & Boon. I love the way you put threats and complexity in the path of Spike, Buffy and the gang. I love the way you've integrated the Sunnydale and LA crews, and all praise to you that you've done that on both sides of the good/evil spectrum. In doing so, you've kept Revelations from becoming a mediocre tale and ensure it's place as a gripping, paced and provokative saga. Keep up the great work. Chrissie ccoomb@yahoo.co.uk

you're doing just fine - and that is an understatement. You have kept up emotional strengths of the first Origins and the impending Willow and (especially) Angelus interventions highlight the light and dark of life in Revello. The Tara/Oz connection is inspired. Write on!