Spuffy, Romance, Rated PG-13 for some language. Alternate "The Girl In Question" AtS Season five. Buffy's life after Sunnydale, and how she and Spike reconnect.
Disclaimer: The characters from Buffy the Vampire Slayer are owned by Joss Whedon, Mutant Enemy, and Fox studios. This story is not meant to infringe upon anyone's rights, only to entertain.
Author's Note: Title from the song of the same name by Sheryl Crow, listen to it and you’ll see why. This story is the first in a series, continuing into an alternate universe. We begin with this alternate take on ‘The Girl in Question’. Hope you enjoy, please leave a comment if you do, I love the encouragement!
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When Sunnydale collapsed, the relief was nearly breathtaking. I was so happy I almost couldn’t keep from screaming and jumping up and down. Suddenly, I lived in a world where escaping my destiny without dying was something I had a shot at for the first time since I was called. I felt the sweet rush of freedom and success from my head to my toesies. First Evil; not in residence anymore. Okay, nothing was in residence anymore, but, you know, same dif.