(AU): Written In The Stars - 'Does age matter?'

[peggy of sunnydale]

im sooooooo in love with this fic i want to see more please ive been watching this story from the start im waiting

[bookworm_willow1]

Okay, first... You're a killer with the "keep 'em coming back for more" bit.

Updates needed soon...PLEASE!! Can't wait to find out what happens next.

I'm hooked on this fic. Damn those cliffhangers...lol. As much as I love them, I hate them. Kind of a double-edged sword. Kudos from this kitten.

Keep up the great work!

[willohand]

I shouldnt be talking to you. I mean after all Im still waiting for our update. I have to say I am getting somewhat and oh boy can that lead to...lead to...well you would be in trouble if you were here

[ambercissism]

JustSkipIt: Thanks Debra for the first feedback!

ETA: Ok, it seems to me that this fic contains a lot of people with similar problems. They DON'T listen to each other or give anyone else a chance to speak. I mean Tara is completely run over by Wesley and she never just tells him to back off. Ok, she does and he doesn't listen. Honestly, his thing about how he didn't agree that they were finished make me equate him with a stalker. I mean how creepy.

Yup, you got that right, Wesley does passed as a certified stalker. He cannot accept the fact that Tara doesn’t want him anymore, so he came up with something that would “attach” her to Tara even if it’s in a non-romantic attachment kinda way.

And although Anya seems only sort of to blame for anything, how can she be Tara's best friend and now realize how toxic Wesley is? She set up the whole business partner thing without taking into account the danger of having an ex in the whole thing?

Well, we all know that Anya mostly thinks of money and sex. When she told Wesley that they need a business partner, she was not thinking about the consequences of having an ex of Tara being a business partner. All she’s thinking that time was to earn lots of money right away, and Wesley was just in the right time and right place when she’s thinking of it.

And Joyce doesn't listen to Buffy and Shelia doesn't listen to Willow and on and on and on.

It’s sad but it’s true. (Some) Mothers can sometimes be so damn selfish and closed-minded. Even if they feel that their daughters are gay and into girls, and even if they “almost” caught their daughters in the act, they still wouldn’t open their eyes and accept the truth in front of them.

I'd love to wish for a easy solution but I doubt one is coming.

Arggg...

I hear your cry of frustration there. Don’t worry there’ll be a solution soon.



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WillowRulez:

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Tara clarified, and slipped away from Wesley’s suffocating presence.

That sums him up nicely... gee, I wish he'd get a clue hehe.
Hope you will update again real soon! Loving this.

Haha! You really caught him there. I thought nobody would notice that. But unfortunately, he hadn’t had a single clue about it. Thanks for letting me know that you still love this fic.


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caz: Hi caz, it’s so nice to see you again here. Thanks!

Oh shit! What has Willow done?

You’ll know soon, when I post the update in a few minutes?

I think that you need to update soon cos the suspense will kill me.

BTW - Wesley is a tosser and he needs to be removed from Tara's life - pronto!

Yeah I know.

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will:

Haaaaaaa what happen now, what did Willow do. You're gonna drive me insane with your cliffhanger. First with the person at the door and now something happen with willow.

The update was awesome I love it.
Please update soon I can't wait to see what will happen next.

Ho, and about Wesley I just want to him.

Hey Will! Sorry for driving you insane. You’ll soon find out what happened to Willow. Promise. Awww, I’m glad you love the update.


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AlysonGoddess:

OMG!!! grrrrrr cliffhangers!! ahhh you better not keep us waiting that long... but anyways omg i loved the update and the angstyness great job Update soon please?

the main reason i came to reply to this is to beg for an update but i agree with shy one kill wesley and uhm update?

so very patiently waiting for an update...please update soon?

Hiya Erin! I’m so sorry sweetie for making you (and the others) wait for sooooooooo long. I know how you all waited patiently for an update. Well, I got a good news for you, I’ll be posting the new chapter after posting my replies. Glad you’d waited and still love the angst.

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Willowlover:

First off I'd like to tell you that I love this story so much that when I saw it was updated I got so excited that my friends actually thought I won the lottery.
Second: OMG what happened to Willow. Please say she just ran away. Don't let her be hurt.

Hey Willowlover! I’m still giggling here when I read again your reaction. It touches my heart to know that you got that excited when you see an update. I do hope you’ll get excited again when you see the next chapter.

Can you pretty please put a story update on soon. I need to know if age does matter cause its driving me insane not knowing.

Update is coming in a few minutes. Thanks again for patiently waiting.


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sweet_southern_sex_kitten:



First off, I wanna say sorry again that it took me months to fulfill my promise. I’m so ashamed for putting a note last summer that I’m coming up with an update. But RL (yeah, blame it on RL) got in a (very crazy) way again. Hope you’re not mad at me.

How are you going to keep us waiting for so long and then just leave us hanging like that. I figer one of two things happened Willow ran away (which is what i really think that happend cuz why eles would her mom check in with Tara) or she did some thing really really bad for her self (like tryed to make the pain go away with some pills or some thing. (I really dont thing this is it b/c again why would Willows mom go to Tara for that. But yea come on come on update soon plz plz

I still think the tat. idea was really good I mean why give her one and not use it in the other parts of the story.

Thanks for guessing. Both could be possible reasons for the ending. But you can find out soon what happened when I post (this time, it’s for real) the update in a few minutes.

about my post earlyer i didnt want Tara to be the one there b/c that would of been too easy. I love the way when your reading a story your minds there. And I like when you read about the going to find out part and it hott and it new and it mmmm great feeling. I mean if that would of been Tara at that door there would of been no leading up to it. The reader wouldnt get that feeling. Any way what im trying to say is I read alot of sotrys and alot of people just let them find out so quickly that its not well its kinda bla.. So im glad you didnt cuz I really really like this story!! GO YOU!!!!

Well thank you. I’m glad you liked it that I’ve didn’t put WT together right away. I must admit that I always like it when my characters suffer first, so that they’ll realize and value what they’ve been longing for.


Thanks for the constant reminder and for your patience.

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Guppy:

Ok, I'm completely missed this update first time around so now I get it! Thanks for updating, I love this story. However, I really want them to all get on the same page! They need to talk more. Poor everybody now, it's all screwed up. Tara thinks Will is with Buffy. Joyce and Sheila are dealing with accepting their daughters. Will has to deal with her mother and Tara with Wesley. Stupid Wesley, get a clue and get out of here! What happened to Willow now? Please let her just have run away and not done something stupid!
Update soonish? Thanks! You rock!

You’re welcome and thanks for the fb. I’m glad you love the story… You got that all right. They each have issues to deal with… With regards to Wesley, ummmm… you’re not the only one who hates him.

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Animism:

Fabulous story, and wonderful to get your update. I have to agree though the cliffhangers are killing me, I hope you can update again soon. Reference your earlier question about being the animism from EF, yes I am that animism. I love your story and can't wait for more.

Hey Animism. Thanks for all of your fbs and for patiently reminding me to update. Well, you already knew my reason, and you already knew too, how ashamed I was for posting that note last summer. But the waiting is over and I already have the update. Hope you like it. Thanks again and I’m glad that you love Written…

Take care!

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Shy One:

Wow.....I sure didn't see that coming.
What a great update!
I'm so glad that it was Joyce in the doorway and not Weasel...
err, I mean Wesley.....But I do wish that SOMEONE would
knock some sense into Willow and Tara.

I mean, come on......don't people ever talk anymore?

Hiya Shy one! I’m glad that you like the last update. And I wanna thank you for patiently waiting for the next installment.

Can't Willow or Tara just call the other and talk?
I'm sure some interesting facts might come out of that
conversation and they might find out how much they each want
the other.

Try to check out the update, and I’m pretty sure you’ll gonna like it.

This is deliciously angsty....but I'm a sucker for happy endings and
smoochies. I certainly hope we'll be getting some soon.
Smoochies, that is.

“Deliciously angsty” I like the sound of it! Well, there’s gonna be smoochies, I promise but not in the next chapter.

I'd like to vote for an update too.

It's been way too long.
And I really like this fic, too.

I know, I’ve been absent, and I really am sorry for leaving you kittens that loooooooong. Blame it on RL.

And will you PLEASE kill Wesley now?

I heard that Kaia would do it.

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Sandman78:

Hey Sandman!

Another cliffhanger ...you're gettin' good at these.
I'm enjoying the post/suspense by the way...keeps me wanting more.
Update soon please! Oh, yeah, Weasel is still a creep!!

It’s good to know that you’re enjoying the post/suspense. There’s definitely gonna be more. Thanks again for dropping by.

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Thianne:

Hello Thianne (or may I call you Vale?) Thanks for dropping by at my humble thread. I’m always happy to see a new fb giver. Hope you’ll stick around.

will you please, PLEASE, give them a FREAKIN' CLUE?!?!? i mean, if you continue like this you're going to be the death of me!

Alright! I’m gonna give them a freakin’ clue, coz I surely don’t wanna be “the death of you.”

please, if you do i'll give you.....a cookie? is this bribing thing working? and most of all, how do you spell "bribing"?
more soon, please

Thanks for the cookie. Ummm… well the bribing isn’t quite working. Try another one… chocolates maybe? B-r-i-b-i-n-g is correct.

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Kaia:

Hi Karinna!

You're the queen of cliffhangers, no doubt about that!!!

Really?! Well, thank you.

That makes you evil in my book

I guess it’s not just in your book, but the others too. Anyway, I could deal with being “evil in your book” as long as you update Old Fire.

Of course it couldn't be Tara at the door...you had to torture us.

sorry…

Seriously now, it was really sad to read Sheila's reaction to the reality of her daughter being gay. It took me back a few years when I was struggling with coming out to my parents myself. I remember the terror I felt 'cause I was positive they would disown me. But they didn't, things went really well and I'm sure it's the best thing I could have done...we have a great relationship.

In my own opinion, “coming out” is really the hardest thing to do specially if one belonged to a very strict and “religious” family. Sometimes it’s sad that one have to live in a closet in fear of being disown and hate by family. Others, like you, for example, are lucky enough to be accepted and loved as what they are.

Ok, back to your story. I've said it before and I'll say it again now. WESLEY NEEDS TO DISAPPEAR SOON...I wonder what could be done about that...it has to be clean and leave no traces...

Well, now I know, who the person to blame to when Wesley suddenly didn’t show up.

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Willow~Rosenberg:

Hiya! Thanks for your fb!

Oooh, I wonder what Willow has done? Or if Sheila just needs someone to talk to about what Willow told her? Maybe she thinks that since Tara knows Willow, or used to know, Willow so well, that she could help her? Now you got me all excited and wanting to read momre. Great update.

Wow! Did you just read my outline for this story, or you’re just really a great guesser? Well, you certainly are right with both Sheila needing to talk with someone, and Sheila thinking that Tara “might” be able to help.

Since you’re excited and wanting to read more, an update is coming up soon. Hope you like it.

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taraforever:

Thanks for your update. You rock

You’re welcome, and thanks!

I agree with the others, you are going to kill us with all these cliffhangers

Sorry.

Wesley has to disappear. And Tara and Willow really need to talk to each other.

Don’t worry, they’ll gonna talk soon. I promise.

Maybe Sheila is going to say that Willow told her that she was in love with a girl but refused to tell her who she was. So maybe she came to talk to Tara to see if she could talk to Willow and helped her to feel better...

Hmmmm… Did you just read my outline too? Well, you’re quite right about the second part.

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willowbaby05:

Awww fuck. Please tell me Willow didn''t do what I think she did. Cause either she ran away, or she tried to commit that bad word...

What?! Which word? No, Willow didn’t, so you can relax now.

Dammit these cliffhanger's are killin me!!!

I hope you’re still there.

Besides that fact. Great update.

Thanks! Glad you like the update.

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tarebear:
Hey Ces! It’s good to see you again here! I heard that it’s your birthday this month, am I right? So, when and where’s the party?

imagine how i went when i saw you've updated, but as i begin reading, i went from to to to to (that's due to that cliffhangery end).

LOL! Well, that was some reactions. I could perfectly imagine it.

so, it was joyce after all, i knew it couldn't be tara or it would just be too easy and i think you've made it your mission to keep us readers suffering

Really don’t know what you’re talkin’ about… want some ice cream?

i'm glad that finally buffy got to say what she wanted to her mom, but it makes me thinking was it the right time? anyways, that's over and done with at least.

Well, I think what made Buffy comes out that soon to her Mom, is the fact that she had finally found the person that she loves and loves her back. She’s willing to show to everybody that she loves Faith, and that she just wanna make this relationship go on smoothly… and I guess she had enough of her Mom not having a time to talk to her.

and when sheila found out about this and asked willow if she had anything to do with it, i get how hurt willow must've felt... to find out that your mom might not really be okay with what you are.... and she felt all alone... buffy was in love with someone else... her dream girl tara is out of her reach forever... finding out sheila didn't really accept her sexuality after all...

It really sucks when your Mom (or Dad) cannot accept what you really are.

all the while while growing up, willow held on to the truth of her statement to tara and now it seems to just remind her how foolish she must have been to think that tara will wait for her, especially seeing wesley at her side... constantly i might add!

tara on the other hand jumped again to the conclusion that willow and buffy are together! it's frustrating to read sometimes (but not as frustrating as i get with wesley! just how long will he be in the picture?)

Well, let’s face it miscommunications and misinterpretations happen, and it’s really frustrating. But as soon as we’re able to clear all things, and find out the truth, the joys and satisfaction that it would bring is double that dose, compare to the easy simple thing of finding out right away. Sometimes we need to suffer, to be able to really cherish the one thing we’re craving for.

i believe there's still hope for them... maybe a hard knock to the noggin is in order! i also believe if there ever was one who needs a hard dose of reality, it's wesley! maybe if he sees tara kissing willow then maybe he'll finally get it... i do like that scenario but hopefully wesley is out of the picture before that.

I know, but…

i really have a bad feeling about this. what could've happened to willow?! maybe this is the push tara needs to open up her feelings to willow.

Ummm… maybe, or… maybe not.

hopefully RL treats you better so you can have some time to continue writing so we can have an update soon. i would just like to say bravo to the newest chapter... hopefully we'll get to read more soon.

Now that it took me almost (or over? I’m bad in Math.) four months to update, I could say that RL hadn’t treated me good… not good for my “kitten” life. Coz while I was about to finish chapter 15, my summer vacation was suddenly scheduled in advance, so I have to go… and I regret too, not doing something when I was on vacation, and when I came back home there’s just lotta things to do, and when I finally finished the chapter, I…. Oopps sorry for babbling. What I’m trying to say is, the update would soon be posted. Enjoy!

i would just like to say bravo to the newest chapter... hopefully we'll get to read more soon.

Thanks! There’s definitely gonna be more.

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Darkness:

Hey Darkness! Glad to see you here.

Indeed, this is the story one is following now, day to day.

Awww… thanks!

I really, really wanna see Tara and Willow talk it out, and Sheila and Wesleys opinions and interfering be damned!

Soon. I promise.

If something bad has happend with Willow, which I hope not, I hope Tara gets some free time to visit her alone. Good place for a chat and confessions. Good luck!

Well, go and read the update now! Hope you’ll like it.

*sits back and awaits an update*

I really appreciate it, and sorry for making you (and the others) wait for so long.

One thing I don't understand, and correct me if I'm wrong, what's the deal between Sheila and Wesley? Does either of them has a clue about Willow or Tara, since Wesley almost acts like if Sheila is Taras mother, and he wants to make the best impression he can, and Sheila is behaving like if Wesley is just the perfect son-in-law, and a perfect match for Tara. Does she suspect her daughter's feelings, and wants Tara away from her?

Then it might be the common nice neighbor-thing, but still... I'm puzzled.

First of all, there’s no deal between Sheila and Wesley. Secondly, they both don’t have any clue also about WT. Wesley is just being the nice neighbor.

Hope I’ve answered all your questions. If you’re still puzzled of something, you know where to find me.


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tarawillowfan562:

loved the update cant wait to see what happens next

Thanks I’m glad you like it!

And I really apologized for taking me so long to update.

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I_love_Danish:


Heya, Danish lover!

Oh come on! It's about time!

I know. It’s frustrating to find out that WT aren’t together yet. Sorry.

It's about time that these two girls gotta talk to one another. Be honest and just say it. And please get rid of annoying Wesley. Gosh, he is not able to listen to Tara at all, lol.

Ummm… honestly, I really want to… but. Oh well, I don’t wanna give some spoilers here, just read the update. I hope you’ll like it.

Please, don't let us suffer anymore and give us something to smile about next time.

Sorry again… well, you could smile a bit on the next update.

You know you want it too. Thank you.

You’re right, I sooo want it badly! I have tried it, but it wouldn’t just be right. Yeah, I know that’s a confusing sentence… And you’re welcome.

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Useful_Oxymoron:

Hi there! It’s so nice to find out that you read Written too. Thanks for your fb.

Ah, I love this story. (But not Wesley, grrr... ) Willow's adorable and incredibily hot.

Awww… thanks again. I’m glad you love it, and that you like Willow here. Well, you’re not the only one who hates Wesley.

And I like the incarnations of Scott and Percy. Poor lads... they don't stand a chance.

That’s the first time I’ve heard someone commenting about Scott and Percy, and I really appreciate that you’ve told me. Sometimes some readers are just too focus on the lead characters that they just forget to comment about the supporting ones. It helps to know what one thinks of the supporting characters too. Again, thanks!

Keep up the good work.

I will, thanks!

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LesbianJedi87:

Hey Rose! It’s good to hear from you again. I thought you had totally hidden in your tent.

man i saw this thread up and i thought it was updated. :( UPDATE DAMNIT! "crosses arms and glares"

I really didn’t mean to disappoint you. But an update is coming now. Hope you’ll stick around.

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DaddyCatALSO:

SOmehow this reminds me of the song "Don't Cry Joanie" that COnway Twitty did with his daughter long ago. But here hopefully the whole "teardops fell like rain that day" thjing will be over well before the end and the whole "Signed with Love FOrever True" paretr will win out.

Hi! Thanks for the fb. I really appreciate it. I don’t know the song “Don’t cry Joanie”, so I’ve googled it and read the lyrics. Well, you’re right, it resembled my story in some way. But I guarantee you that my “Joanie” here won’t marry “Jimmy’s” best friend. Thanks again for the comment.

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kimmy_s:

just read this fic the whole way through and wanted to comment on a fantastic story.i really love the characters (even though they're all clueless!!) and the setting.

Hi Kim (may I call you Kim?)! I’m glad you found my story and had come to comment. Thanks.

keep up the good work. i hope to see another chapter up soon.

I’d really try my best to update as often as possible.

maybe free from ngst or cliffhangers? nah i dont think thats possible on here!!

Let me think about it….

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werewitch:

Hi there!

did i miss something or is wishful thinking the end

No, you didn’t miss something. An update is coming, so I hope you’ll stick around and enjoy the next chapter. Thanks for dropping by.

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Mashiara:

Oh dear, I haven't logged on to the Kittenboard for such a long time that my user-name didn't work anymore.

Well, I created a new one and this time I promise to try getting rid off this bad lurking habit.

But I wanted to leave feedback to this story: I love it!

Hello Mashiara! It’s good to see you here. I’m glad that you decided to create a new username, and left a feedback in my humble thread. Coz I wouldn’t know that you love my story. Thanks!

Oh, and I do hope that you’ll stop lurking and join the fun, coz I really enjoy hearing what you all think about the story.

I love the way it focuses on emotions and relationships, not on big bads and hollywood effects. The way it's complex and all the main characters have conflicting character streaks in them. That makes for an angsty and complicated story but that's how live works. Things tend to not work out easily. Your Scoobies definitely developed away from Joss Whedon's Scoobies which is something I personally like. I always found that there is a lot more to explore about them then was possible on the TV-series (especially with Tara).

It’s nice to know that… Yep, that’s how life works.

Finally I'm a sucker for your cliffhangers though this one was particularly cruel!

Guilty here.

Thanks for sharing your story with us!

You’re welcome. And take care too.

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Krokador:

Have I ever left feedback to this one? I'M pretty sure I did, a long time ago lol, but hey, I love your story, but know what, I hate Wesley ! The thing is, I read the last update a couple months ago, so I'm here askin' for an update, so I can comment more on your wonderful work

Hey Krokador! It’s nice to hear from you again… Yep, you definitely left fbs before. I’m happy that you decided to come back. Thanks!


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feelin_way_too_groovy:

dear ambercissim:

PLEASE COME BACK AND UPDATE THIS GLORIOUS, GLORIOUS STORY SO YOUR CONCERNED READERS NO LONGER HAVE TO SUFFER MULTIPLE ANEURYSMS. KTHNX.

(or is the aneurysm part just me? hm.)

<3<3<3<3

sincerely,

a concerned citizen

Oh dear! I hope you’re doin’ alright. I’m back and I’m sorry if it took me so long. But I’m here to stay again, coz I really don’t want you to suffer multiple aneurysms.

Thanks, by the way.

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sacinema:

Just realized I never left FB to this story. Even if I'm not capable of giving a well-founded one at the moment I wanted to stop by to say: I really love your fic.

Hi sacinema! It’s always good to know what each reader has to say about my story. And if I’m not mistaking, you’ve left some fbs too on my first fic on EF. I’m happy to find out that you read and love Written too. So, thank you.

Interesting plot with Willow loving Tara straight ahead from being 8 years old. Normally there is this feeling: Okay, she is to young to know what love is. But Willow really went through with it all these years.

Yep, Willow definitely showed here that her love for Tara is genuine.

Please it can't be something serious going on with Willow. But maybe it's bad enough for Tara to act at least. She has to admit her feelings even if it's hard. She is the older one. She must have the feeling that if she acts she could take advantage of Willows youth.

Well, you’ll find out soon what really happened to Willow. And as for Tara, there’s something that would hinder her from telling that she’s in love with Willow. You’ll gonna find out when you read the update now!

And please get rid of Wesley soon. Tara should have make it clear that there is nothing going on between him and her. Why in hell let she happen for Sheila believing Wesley is her boyfriend. And why didn't she tell Wesley to stop being bossy around her.

Don’t worry Tara would dispatch him soon and send him to Timbuktu.

Thanks for this story. And I'm waiting for an update desperatly.

You’re welcome, and I apologize for taking me soooooooo long to update.


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Fleiss:

Hey Fleiss! Thanks again for the fb. Hope to hear from you again soon.

we SOOOO need an update!!!

I know, I know, and I’m sorry it took me SOOOOOOOO long to post again. But I already have the update, so go and read it!

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amber addict:

Hi! I know you want an update and I’m sorry if it took me ages to post a new one. Thanks btw, for the fb.

I have to say that I have never wanted any of the characters on buffy to die (except maybe Riley) as much as I want Wesley to die now

The one thing I dont get is how Tara and Anya have lasted as friends for so long Tara is clearly frustrated with her. Don't get me wrong I love Anya being there I'm just confused

Well, no one’s gonna die on this chapter, so you could stop worrying now, not even Wesley (unfortunately).

I did like the fact that you didn't imedeatly put Willow and Tara together and veered off to other things but I've had enough now I want Willow and Tara all with the smoochies. Please.

I’m glad that you like that. WT smoochies? Ummmmmm… let me think about it.

Other than that an exelent story I'm completely hooked

Awww, thanks. It’s so lovely to hear that.

Please Update

I'm starting to forget whats happening in this fic and from what I can remember I dont want to forget it

Oh no! I hope you haven’t forgotten what happened.

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Darkness:

One thing I don't understand, and correct me if I'm wrong, what's the deal between Sheila and Wesley? Does either of them has a clue about Willow or Tara, since Wesley almost acts like if Sheila is Taras mother, and he wants to make the best impression he can, and Sheila is behaving like if Wesley is just the perfect son-in-law, and a perfect match for Tara. Does she suspect her daughter's feelings, and wants Tara away from her?

Then it might be the common nice neighbor-thing, but still... I'm puzzled.
Great story, I'll pray for an update.

Hey there! Thanks for asking. I really like to receive these kinds of questions from the readers. To start with, there’s no deal between Wesley and Sheila. It just happened that Sheila finds Wesley nice and neighborly, since she thought that Tara and Wesley are “nice couple.” Well at the moment, neither Sheila nor Wesley don’t have the slightest clue about WT.

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I'll_Always_Find_You:

Hello there! Thanks for dropping by at my humble thread. Well, you could now find out if “age does really matter,” coz I already got the next chapter ready for posting. Hope you like it. And let me know what you think.

ooooo ooooo I need to know. Does age matter? update soon? please!

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Boadecia:

update bam bam! .....plllleeeeeeeeeeeeeeassseee

I hear your plea and sorry for the delay of posting. Let me know what you think of the new chapter… it’s up now.

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chidoll:

Eek, yes, please update! You've gotten me so caught up in your story (and so worried about AU Willow, now!).

Hi chidoll! Cute name, btw! Thanks for the fb… Awwww, I really don’t want you to be worried about (AU) Willow, and you could stop crying now, coz I’m about to post the update after this.

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willohand:

Oh yes an update is so long over do. we are still wondering and praying everything is okay with willow.

Sorry if it took me ages. You could now find out what happened to Willow after I finish posting my replies to your wonderful fbs!

I shouldnt be talking to you. I mean after all Im still waiting for our update. I have to say I am getting somewhat and oh boy can that lead to...lead to...well you would be in trouble if you were here

Hmmm, I wonder what kind of trouble would I be if I were there.

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diamondforever:

Hey,

I just caught up with this and I'm absolutely loving it. Do you accept bribes for updates?

Hi! Thanks for the fb. I’m glad my fic caught your attention. Bribes? Hmmm… Lemme think….

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peggy of sunnydale:

im sooooooo in love with this fic i want to see more please ive been watching this story from the start im waiting

Awwww, that’s just lovely to hear. Thanks.

Well the waiting is almost over now. I hope you’ll fall more in love with the next update. Hope you like it! I’d really love to hear from you again.

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bookworm_willow1:

Okay, first... You're a killer with the "keep 'em coming back for more" bit.

Am I? So, does that make me evil in your book too just like Karinna wrote?

Updates needed soon...PLEASE!! Can't wait to find out what happens next.

I'm hooked on this fic. Damn those cliffhangers...lol. As much as I love them, I hate them. Kind of a double-edged sword. Kudos from this kitten.

Keep up the great work!

I’m glad you love ‘em even if it’s frustrating.

And thanks!

[ambercissism]

Chapter 15 [center]WOUNDED [/center]


Sunday 03:45 p.m.


”What?! What happened to her?!” Tara’s voice almost cracked with panic as she waited for Sheila to reply.

“She won’t talk to me, Tara.”

Tara let out a sigh of relief. She then caught Sheila’s confused expression and tried to get back to the conversation, “Oh. I-I’m s-sorry, please come in,” she said and opened the door to let Sheila in.

“We had an argument.”

“About what?” Tara asked as she walked beside Sheila further to the shop. “I hope it’s not-,”

“Sheila! It’s good to see you!”

“Hello, Wesley,” Sheila said.

“So what brings you here?” he asked from behind the counter.

“I don’t have anyone to talk to,” Sheila began, “and I’m upset because my daughter isn’t talking to me.” Sheila tried to explain. “So, I was hoping that Tara wouldn’t mind if-,”

“No, I don’t mind at all,” Tara interrupted, “You can tell me whatever is bothering you. I’m a good listener,” and gave Sheila a reassuring smile. “We could talk in there,” Tara offered and pointed the way to the back office, leading Sheila along.

“So, what happened?” Tara asked once they were in the office. She sat down across Sheila and looked at her intently.

“Tara, you’ve been a good friend to Matt,” Sheila said, after sitting down, “and I can see that you’re getting along with Willow too.”

Tara blushed, but nodded in agreement and tried to reply. “Y-you’re children are w-wonderful Sheila. It’s s-so easy to l-like them.”

“I know. And I’m proud of them,” Sheila said. “I didn’t have a hard time raising them, specially Willow.”

“She’s quite an intelligent girl,” Tara said with growing uneasiness.

“She is,” Sheila agreed. “That’s why I am so worried now. She’s not acting herself.”

“What do you mean?”

“Would you like some tea, perhaps?”

Wesley’s voice came out of nowhere, disrupting their conversation. Tara found him standing behind her.

“Oh yes, thank you, dear,” Sheila said, looking at Wesley, and then switched her gaze back to Tara after he left the room. “As I was saying, Willow’s not herself lately,” Sheila reiterated. “We had a fight after you and Wesley left last Thursday.”

“I’m sorry to h-hear that,” Tara mumbled.

“I guess I still can’t accept the fact that my daughter is in love with a girl.”

Tara felt like she was going to fall apart. “So, they did told her.” She started to recall the events from Thanksgiving night, but her rumination was cut off as Sheila continued.

“I don’t know Tara, I just can’t face the truth that my daughter is different,” Sheila added. “When Willow asked me how would I feel about her and Buffy, I just couldn’t answer her.”

Tara saw Sheila’s frustration, but couldn’t come up with a consoling word right away. The pressing silence finally forced her brain to come out with a question, “H-have you tried talking to her?” Geez, what am I thinking. That’s why she’s here! "I mean…”

“I did, but she won’t listen to me,” Sheila said. “I’m still upset about everything that’s happened and I can’t figure out why she would prefer girls over boys?!”

Tara began to squirm in her chair, and looked down at the floor for a moment, not wanting to see Shelia’s face. Here was the mother of the person that was making her life so bewildering, and right now she couldn’t think of anything else but to help Sheila and forget whatever was bothering her. Tara would rather help others first and worry about herself later. “W-why d-don’t you l-let me t-talk to h-her?” she stuttered, offering whatever possible way she could to someone who asked her help.

“Oh, Tara, thank you so much,” Sheila uttered, grateful.

“You’re wel-” Tara was saying but was cut off when Sheila wrapped her arms around her.


*****

Monday 07:15 a.m.


When Willow entered Sunnydale High School her body felt heavy. Unwillingly, she wandered towards the corridor, her thoughts in terrible turmoil. What had happened over Thanksgiving had been tormenting her continuously. Willow sighed when she saw her classroom. She entered with her head slightly bowed, unmindful of the noise. As she neared her seat, she lifted her head, and her gaze focused to the left row and she caught her best friend talking to the ‘weird’ girl. Perhaps she stared longer than she intended to, Willow was taken aback when she saw the brunette stop talking to Buffy. The next thing she knew, Buffy was watching her with worried and mournful eyes. Willow looked away and fumbled with her books. She sat down cautiously like a nervous, clumsy little girl on her first day of school.

“Will…” she heard Buffy’s voice call, but she did not look back.

Willow tried her best to avoid Buffy during free times, but at the end of the day…

“Buffy!” Willow was startled when she opened the door to one of the bathroom stalls and found her best friend right in front of her.

“What happened today, Will?” Buffy asked.

“W-what?” Willow sputtered and felt Buffy pin her with her eyes. She evaded Buffy’s gaze and tried to slip away. But Buffy blocked her way.

“Do not get all avoidy on me, Will.”

“I’m not avoidy!” Willow reproached and this time she managed to get around her best friend and walked to the nearest sink. “What made you say that?” she asked as she washed her hands, never looking into the mirror.

“Well, how come you didn’t sit with me or talk to me in the class?”

Willow heard Buffy and could feel her gaze on her back. When Willow felt Buffy moving closer she moved to the opposite side where the hand dryer was located and put her hands up to dry.

“I’m sorry what did you say?” she asked, watching her wet hands under the dryer, thankful that the blusterous sound of the machine could keep her somewhat from talking seriously with Buffy.

But her best friend was undeterred. “I said, how come you’re not talkin’ to me?” Buffy moved closer to Willow. “I’m beginning to worry about you… Will? Talk to me.”

Willow did not reply and continued shaking the water off her hands. When she felt her hands dry and almost reddening and sensed that Buffy would not let her get away even if the hand dryer ran till it burned her hands, Willow turned and picked up her gray Jansport that was lying beside the sink and said, “I’m gonna be late for practice.” She didn’t meet Buffy’s eyes as she strode towards the door.

“Willow!”

*****

It was dark when Willow reached home. She made sure that she had eaten dinner after practice to avoid having to join her mother. She reached for the knob and carefully inserted her key and turned it. The sound of the evening news captured her ears right away as she opened the door. “Damn it! Why’s she still up?!” When she crossed the threshold, she saw her mother sitting on the couch, but not lifting her gaze from the T.V. She hoped that her mother would not notice her arrival, and tip toed her way to the stairs.

“Willow?”

She heard the calm and yet firm tone of her mother’s voice. She had successfully avoided her mother these past few days by locking herself inside her room most of the time, and this morning, her mother had left the house early. But now Willow couldn’t avoid her anymore. She stopped and gave her mother a glance. “Yeah, it’s me,” was her flat answer.

“Can I talk to you?”

Willow’s brows met and wrinkled in disappointment. “I’m tired and I have a test tomorrow,” she said, avoiding her mother’s eyes. Before Sheila could utter a reply, Willow ran off towards the stairs and did not give her mother a chance to say anything else.



*****

Tuesday 06:00 a.m.


“I’m sorry Willow, but I cannot come to your game. The seminar starts tomorrow. I’m leaving early in the morning.” Those were the first sentences that Willow read on the yellow post-it on the fridge. She frowned and did not bother reading further.

*****

Tuesday 07:30 p.m.


“Tara! For you!” Anya shouted across the room, waving the cordless phone.

Tara stopped refilling the shelf with the fresh hand-made soap bars and grimaced at Anya. She was counting the money again in the cash register. Tara’s eyes searched for Wesley and saw him talking to a customer. She looked at Anya again, trying her best not to burst out. “Can’t you just take the message?” she asked, a bit annoyed. “I’m working here, ya know!”

“I can’t,” Anya said, not tearing her eyes from the cash in her hands.

“Anya,” Tara said and glared at her best friend.

“And she said it’s an emergency,” Anya remarked nonchalantly. “Damn! Now you made me lose count!”

“Emergency?” Tara’s brows wrinkled in worry and she ran to the counter. “Hello?!”


*****


Thirty minutes later, Tara found herself running into the waiting room of Sunnydale Memorial Hospital’s ER. Her heart pounded harder when she saw an anxious looking Buffy stand up.

“Where is she?” Tara asked.

“They just took her back,” Buffy said. “How did you know that Willow was here?” Buffy asked, a bit surprise.

“Sheila called and told me what happened,” Tara answered. “So, what exactly happened?!”

“She hurt her arm,” Buffy said. "I don’t know how bad though.”

Tara closed her eyes momentarily trying to fight off the anxiety that was building up inside her. “God, please don’t let anything bad have happened to her.” When she opened her eyes, Tara saw Buffy giving her a puzzled stare. Tara blushed a little and tried to cover up how worried she really was. “I hope it’s nothing serious,” she said, but before Buffy could say anything else Tara saw a tall dark haired woman and a tall dark haired teenage boy coming their way.

“Buffy, how’s Willow?”

“They’ve just took her back, Ms. Calendar,” Buffy answered.

“Buff, who did this to Willow?!” The angry voice came from behind the woman and Tara came face to face with a lanky boy that seemed so familiar to her, but she couldn’t recall him. “I am so gonna-” he was saying, but Tara was surprised when he stopped talking and openly gaped at her as their eyes met. His anger turned to shock and he froze until Tara saw Buffy pinch him on his arm.

“Ouch!” he cried and glared at Buffy. “That hurts!”

“Xander, be still,” the woman said.

“Ah ha. Xander, Willow’s other best friend.” Tara was about to introduce herself to the woman but Buffy beat her to it.

“Oh! Ms. Calendar, this is Tara,” Buffy said. “Willow’s friend.”

“Hi! Just call me Jenny,” she said. “I’m Willow’s class adviser.”

“Nice to meet you, Jenny,” Tara said and took the offered hand.

“So, where’s Willow’s mother?” Jenny queried, searching the waiting room with her eyes.

“She’s in New Jersey right now,” Tara replied. “She called me and asked to check on Willow until she arrived.”

“And my mom is on her way now,” Buffy relayed to her teacher, knowing that her mom was one of the persons to be contacted during an emergency in case something happened to Willow.


*****

After a couple of hours of sitting and waiting anxiously, Tara finally saw Willow emerged from the back sitting in a wheel chair. Her heart broke when she saw Willow’s right arm in a cast. She stood up and was about to approach Willow, but suddenly felt disheartened and changed her mind when she saw Buffy run up to Willow. Then her eyes caught Joyce’s figure walking towards her and she turned to meet her.

“Hello Joyce,” Tara greeted.

“Hi Tara, it’s nice to see you again,” Joyce said.

“You too,” Tara returned. She had seen Joyce have a conversation with Willow’s attending physician moments earlier and couldn’t help but to ask. “H-how’s Willow?”

“The doctor told me that Willow has broken both bones in her arm,” Joyce started. “But she’s going to be alright.”

“Thank God,” Tara thought, as her worries diminished.

“I called Sheila and informed her about Willow’s status,” Joyce continued. “She’s so worried, but I told her that Willow was going to be alright. Can you take Willow home?”

“Oh, that’s totally fine,” Tara said, slightly bewildered that Joyce wanted her to take Willow home rather than doing it herself. “Maybe she doesn’t want Willow and Buffy to spend any more time together than necessary.”

“Sheila told me that all the flights home are cancelled tonight due to bad weather,” Joyce explained. “She asked if you could spend the night with Willow? Just until she was able to get the first flight out of New Jersey? I thought it would be easier for everyone if you just took her home.”

Tara was shocked. Spend the night with Willow?!



TBC

[Krokador]

DIBS!!!! haha now im off to read the update

oh... OH! I so want Tara to say yes, and explain herself with Will, and see them together!

Was worth the wait =) You still manage to make Wesley very hateable, and Willow very teenage-like. Too bad this was so short and we didn't get to see any W/T interaction. Just can't wait til things are sorted out (is that something new?).

I ain't really good on the very constructive feedback, so I'm just gonna say keep up the good work, and may life not be too muhc of a hassle for ya

[dixiedarlin83]

I'm loving this story. Can't wait for some Willow and Tara interaction!

[Willowlover]

OMG....YAY for new update! Thank you so much for updating! *sigh* i dont want to sound rude or anything but please update again soon.

[Animism]

I really enjoyed this update and look forward to Willow and Tara, talking to each other. Hopefully RL will give you a nice break and we will get another great update. Take care.

[Darkness]

Yeah, thanks for updating!

So now Tara and Willow're gonna spend the night in the same house? Without Anya.. Buffy.. Sheila, and hopefully Wesley, though I wouldn't put it past him to show up on the porch and cause more damage. Either way, this is a great opportunity, and if against all odds they don't have the big talk, then Xanders arrival was a great thing, he might be able to shed some light on the situation.

Good work, and good luck.

[Shy One]

First off......
WOO HOO an update!!!!!!!

Second....that was great!!!
Hooray! They're finally going to get some alone time!
Let's hope they have "the talk."

I'm so glad you're back to finish this story!
I can't wait for the next update.
I hope it won't be as long a wait as last time.

Shy One

[Thianne]

YOU UPDATED!!! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!

First of all, of course you can call me Vale

now, about the update: i'm hating Wesley. please, make him die of an horrible and painful death, or....make tara shout at him and make a scene, or....make someone turn him into a frog. as long as he's out of the picture, i'm happy. he's always been a boring, annoying little creature, and in this fic....he's simply in the way of true love. he needs to disappear!

i loved Tara's concern for willow. shows how much she truly cares for her, and how much they should be together *hint hint, nudge nudge*

it's quite worrying how willow's closing herself off from everyone.....it can't be good. i wonder if she'll talk with tara now that her arm's broken and they have to spend the night together? all these misunderstandings are making me anxious. they should just talk, confess their undying love for each other and be happy.

.....

yes, i know it's my lack of patience that it's talking here. but seriously....i should stop reading and read all together when it's finished....but i wouldn't do that. i'll make a deal with you....i leave feedback and you update

possibly without making us wait so long.....i was desperate, thinking that you had abandoned the fic!

but now you updated, so i'm all happy and satisfied

back to the point - i loved it, and i'm anxiously waiting for the next update, where, i hope, there'll be a big honkin' clue, with a huge "CLUE" written on it in big neon letters oh....for them. the clue for them to discover their feelings yadda yadda yadda. ok?

anyway, good job, and thanks for the update!

[Sandman78]

An Update! an update! ...we finally got an update!
Well it's about time missy!, and you're still leaving us hanging.

Thank goodness nothing serious happened to Willow, but I am anxious about the sleep over. I'm hoping Willow will be so doped up on pain killers that she accidentaly blurts out, "I love you Tara", but that's just me. However this tales unfolds I will still be here, waiting for the next update.
Thanks for the good read.

[ceridwen]

An update!! Sweet!!

That was very... kinda like a rollercoaster ride for some reason

It was more than worth the wait though

Wesley continues to be VERY annoying to say the least... i will be very happy when Tara just tells him to sod off

So, are Willow and Tara gonna get together anytime soon? *crosses fingers*

I hope that the sleepover provides at least SOME progress for their relationship.

I'll be anxiously waiting for the next update.... hopefully soon, right?

Keep it up

[JustSkipIt]

Hey there,
I'm thrilled to see an update and hopefull that this will move W/T toward some conclusion. All the same, this seemed a bit rushed. Willow got her arm broken how? Why? I get that it's painful and I'm thrilled that Tara will go take care of her but huh? Wesley is still a moron to intrude on a private conversation. I hope he dunks his head very soon.

More please?

[WillowRulez]

The impossible can happen when you dont go online for a few days - like you updating this story!!! (Just kidding)
So... Tara is gonna spend the night with Willow? Possible talking??? Dont leave us hanging for too long

[AlysonGoddess]

YAY updaty goodness to make my day!!! To bad I have to wait to find out how things go with tara spending the night and all... she totally has to! So uhm im anxiously waiting please update soon?
Erin

[bluebird]

An UPDATE!!!! OMG

wow that was waaaaay worth the wait though this

“She hurt her arm,” Buffy said. I don’t know how bad though.”

Tara closed her eyes momentarily trying to fight off the anxiety that was building up inside her. “God, please don’t let anything bad have happened to her.” .............

[snip]

“Buff, who did this to Willow?!” The angry voice came from behind the woman and Tara came face to face with a lanky boy that seemed so familiar to her, but she couldn’t recall him. “I am so gonna-”

had me more than a little worried with how upset Willow is with the way things are going in her life right now.

I'm sure Tara will want to talk to Will now that they get to spend the night together

should be interesting!!!

[willohand]

Okay here it is...looking you straight in the face. The chance to make it up to me, I mean to us kitties who have been waiting with no complaints. Well? I dont see Tara confessing her un dying love for willow to willow but can she at least find out that yes willow is into girls but no its not Buffy. Oh and I have to say I get chills and not in a good way when I think or read or see anything where willow and buffy are more than best friends. Its just so wrong.
And what kind of trouble would you be in if you were here? Well its for me to know and you to find out. Oh and hey missy if ya dont get with the willow and tara talking and givng each other needed info about how they feel for the other (this is me yelling) YOU JUST MAY BE FINDING OUT THE TROUBLE YOU COULD BE IN! okay no more yelling at the nice author who holds my mental stability at her finger tips.

[Chummy]

waaaaaaw that was great update you are great. plz update more.

[kimmy_s]

first of all sorry for the lateness i was on holiday and the coputers were down at the only internet cafe i could find. grrr!! anyways yes you can call me Kim.its easier than my real name! kimmy is just a nickname i've had since school!
woo hoo for the update. i'm extremely pleased to get back to....even more angst!! lol i know i know i should stop complaining cos i keep coming back for more and thats partly because of your fantastic writing. i love it really!
i cant wait for the next update. please be soon!!
kim xx

[sweet_southern_sex_kitten]

ty

[amber addict]

YAY an update
I cant wait to see what happens next!

[tarawillowfan562]

i love this story more everytime i read it
cant wait to see wat happens next

[Willow Watcher]

UH OH! Spend the night with Willow eh? Well, sounds like little miss Tara has her hands (hopefully) and mind full. Did I ever mention to you that this is a great story? If I didn't, my bad. I hope to see an update soon.

[Auriam]

Ok just one think thanks ! !!
You are very good keep doing
Update soon pleaseeee
Aurélie

[Anonymous]

That's it? I need more! Please!

[MiniShrink]

This has been a great read so far, please continue.

[JujuDeRoussie]

Hello !!

Your fic is just great !!!

Thank you

I'm waiting the continuation ^__^

[ambercissism]

Hi kittens! First of all I wanna greet everybody a Merry Christmas! And I'm sorry this isn't an update. This is just a note and a request. Due to some unavoidable circumstances, my betas are not available to beta the next chapter. As much as possible, I wanna post a beta'd update. I would really appreciate if there are some kittens out there who would be kind enough to beta the next chapter? Please PM me if you're interested to help, a beta or two would be nice. Thank you so much.