What a plot change - certainly was not expecting for a shape shifter or a magic spell switch.

GAHHHH! So much in one chapter! The dinner conversation was priceless; the passion in the closet was scinillating, and the surprise ending left me gobsmacked. How could you doooo that!! Great chapter; great story, totally hooked and looking forward to more. Thanks!

Author's Response: Before I forget...Pin, I think when this site recently moved to its new server, your review of my story, "Dear Departed," got lost. Since I can't reply to it there, I just wanted to let you know that I really appreciated your comments. And, yes, the Spuffy companion piece is almost finished. If I can steal a little writing time over the next week or two, I should have it ready to post fairly soon. As for your comments on this chapter...squeeeeee!!!! (You've made me very happy, in case you couldn't tell. ;-) )