I'm only seeing this story now because you just posted part 2. I'm so glad you did, because this is wonderful! You've captured the boys' voices so well (your Wesley is almost scary), but it's the little touches that just make it perfect. Spike against the barrier...and this - I bet his face looks funny. Giles, does he look funny? Absolutely Buffy! Now I'm off to read part 2. *whee*