Glad to see you were able to get this posted, despite 'pooter hassles. Was sorta wonderin' how it would all work out *g*
This is so intriguing!!! I love the way you explore the dichotomy between Spike having gone through every possible angle and Buffy feeling her way in the dark.
And the wonderful thing is that you've not made it obvious where it will go next.
Many, many congrats!