The party went late into the night. Buffy found herself actually having fun. She watched everyone more than she participated. But she found that Faith and Spike were quite a crack up together. Angel and Cordelia seemed to get along, and Fred was an interesting character. Gunn was charming as well. She sat quietly, occasionally focusing on the delicious hum that came off of Faith.

Cordelia sat talking to Gunn and Fred. Gunn glanced back at Buffy. "She seems pretty normal. Maybe a little quiet but otherwise..."

"Yeah, normal. Right now she's getting lovesick smiles from three different people. I'd say that's pretty normal for Buffy. But usually one of them is Xander. I guess he finally moved on." Cordy commented wryly as she glanced at Xander in the corner with Anya. They were in some heated debate with Clem, Willow, and Tara.

"Well, I hate to break this party up, but it's getting pretty late." Angel stood up.

"Yep, I better get going too. Sunrise and all." Spike held out his hand, and Angel shook it.

Faith shoved at them playfully. "Get a room."

"He's the nancy-boy." Spike chuckled as he made his way out. "Wanna quick smoke, slayer?"

"Uh-huh." The brunette trailed after him.

"Don't go far!" Buffy called out, blushing as the others looked at her. "What?!"

"Nothing." Angel reached down and gave the little blonde a hug. "Take care."

"You too. Thanks for coming." Buffy waved to the group as they made their way out.

................

The little slayer took a long, hot shower then laid in bed listening to Faith in the shower. She smiled at the realization that soon the brunette would be laying next to her, and she'd have all night of that yummy warmth.

"Hey." Faith said casually as she came in and flicked off the light. Buffy glanced at Faith's sleep attire. She noticed the dark slayer was just wearing a tank top and panties.

"Don't you want to put on something more?" Buffy shifted uncomfortably as Faith climbed in the bed.

"Huh?" The brunette rolled over and stared at her. "Whaddya mean?"

The little slayer swallowed. "Something more, as in more clothes."

Faith lifted the blanket and glanced down at herself. "Nope. I'm good. Goodnight B."

"I... I was hoping that you'd..." Buffy paused, nervously. Faith opened her eyes.

"What?"

"That you'd hold me. But I don't know if I'd feel comfortable unless you put on more clothes." Buffy blushed.

Faith gave her a wicked smile. "Well you don't know until you try." She reached out and pulled Buffy against her. She could feel the heat spread through her instantly; it was intoxicating. Faith struggled to catch her breath. "How's that?"

Buffy was panting too. "It's alright... I guess." Her eyes closed halfway as the heat focused between her legs. *Oh god... ohhhh... this feels good.* The little blonde relaxed as she placed her arm around Faith's waist and rested her cheek on Faith's wonderful chest. *Mmmmmm...*

"Yeah, it's pretty alright." Faith ran her hand lightly down Buffy's back. The little blonde trembled. "Are you okay, B?"

"Uh-huh." Buffy squeezed her eyes shut. She knew she was extremely wet, and hoped that Faith didn't pick up on it.

The brunette concentrated on keeping her breathing normal, but was failing miserably. Buffy adjusted herself and in the process, slid her leg between Faith's.

"B?"

"Yes?"

"I can't sleep. This might be too close." Faith whispered, mentally kicking herself for saying it.

"No, it's not too close." Buffy rubbed herself along the length of Faith's front, causing the brunette to groan.

"B, please... I can't take much more... yunno?" The young slayer whimpered, squeezing her eyes shut.

"Uh-huh." Buffy mumbled as she ground her body against Faith's. The sensation was electrifying. They both moaned loudly.

"Um... B?... can I?" Faith gasped as she felt the rush between her legs. "Please?"

"Yes." Buffy's response was so faint that if it weren't for her slayer hearing Faith would have missed it.

The brunette growled as she flipped Buffy onto her back and lifted her hands above her head. Buffy gazed into Faith's smokey stare and smiled. Faith immediately crushed her lips to Buffy's.

*****
Part 11: Faith Shares Her Warmth

Buffy let herself focus on Faith's lips moving over her own. *So soft... mmmm...*

The brunette broke the kiss slowly. They both were out of breath. Faith stared down at her at she unbuttoned Buffy's pajama top. The little slayer laid very still. She was extremely nervous, but it felt too good to stop.

"It's okay, B. Just relax. Let me make you feel good." Faith whispered as she lowered her mouth to Buffy's breast.

"Oh god!" The little blonde gasped, arching her back. Her hands tangled in Faith's hair as she felt the younger girl's hot breath tickling her nipples. "Faaiiithhh."

Faith caught Buffy's nipple gently between her teeth as she slipped her hand into Buffy's pajama bottoms. She groaned when she felt how wet the little slayer was. "B... ahhh... yeah... B... I want you... you're wicked hot.... mmmm... I sooo wanna taste you... let me..."

Buffy moaned. "Yessss."

Faith tugged down the pajama bottoms and lowered herself between the little slayer's legs. "Buffy..." She leaned up on her elbows and gazed up at the older girl. Buffy was panting as she watched Faith bring her mouth down to her.

"OH MY GOD! AHHHHHH! OH YES! OH! OH FAITH! OH! OH! I... I... UUUH... OH... Pleaseeee..."

Faith closed her eyes as she worshipped Buffy with her mouth. Nothing compared to this. The brunette held on tightly as Buffy moved against her lips.

"OMIGOD... FEELS SO GOOD... YESSS... OH PLEASE... MMMMM...MORE... THERE... YESSS.." Buffy reached down and dragged her nails against Faith's shoulder drawing blood. The brunette didn't notice as she sucked gently on the little slayer's clit.

Faith was so excited; she reached between her own legs touching herself as she tasted Buffy, but she held off her own orgasm, wanting to cum with the Buffy. The little slayer was so very close.

Buffy reached back and grabbed the headboard, snapping it. "AHHHHHH!" Her eyes rolled back as she came hard and fell to the bed, sweating and gasping. "Oh that felt soooo... amazing.." She giggled and laid back stretching.

Faith lifted her head, and chuckled. "Holy fuck, B.... You sure are loud." She peered up at the blushing blonde.

"I'm sorry. I just..." Faith silenced her with a kiss.

"It's okay. But I think the headboard has had it." The brunette fell next to her laughing. "Fuck, I need a cigarette."

"Yeah, let's go have one." Buffy reached for her pajamas and stood up to get dressed. She would have fallen flat on her face had Faith not caught her.

"Careful, little one. Give us a minute." The brunette easily picked up the giggling slayer and placed her back on the bed.

Faith stared at her, smiling.

"What?" Buffy asked, slightly embarrassed.

"Nothing." The brunette grinned at her. "It's just the first time I've heard you laugh since..." Faith stopped short of saying it, but the little slayer waved it off.

"Oh?" Buffy grinned back and hugged her. "Don't you want a cigarette or something? `Cause I think I could use one too." She giggled again.

"Might as well. I'm pretty sure you woke up the whole house, anyway." Faith jumped up and grabbed a pair of jeans.

"No!" Buffy appeared horrified. "You don't think they heard, do you?!"

"Naaahhh... I'm sure no one heard you yelling or breaking the headboard." Faith laughed as Buffy threw a shoe at her. She dodged it and slipped out the door.

"Wait! Wait for me." Buffy hurriedly got dressed and raced after her.

*****
Part 12: Finding Some Fun

Buffy woke up and rolled over. Faith was gone. The little blonde closed her eyes and focused. Faith was nearby. She relaxed and stretched, smiling. This was the best she'd felt... ever. The slayer put her pajamas back on, and padded down the stairs.

"Did anyone make me breakfast?" She grumbled as she made her way into the kitchen. Tara gave the little slayer a mischievous grin and handed her a cup of coffee.

"Willow's making pancakes, and Dawn's going to play hooky today. Faith wants to take us to Six Flags. She thinks we all need to find the fun."

Buffy arched an eyebrow. "Sounds like Faith. Where is she anyway?"

Willow came back in the kitchen. "They're playing on the Sony Playstation that Spike gave them."

"Spike? Where'd he get the money?" Buffy went into the other room to see Faith and Dawn playing a boxing game.

"You've had it slayer." Dawn laughed as her character threw several punches knocking Faith's kung-fu character backwards.

"Shit! I'm getting a thumb cramp!" Faith cursed. She clicked and did a high kick then a flip. The young slayer sensed her counterpart and turned around to smile at her. Dawn used the opportunity to deal the final blow. "Damn!"

The teenager jumped up laughing. "I win! I win! Now you have to ride the Viper with me."

"Okay, Squirt." Faith smirked at Dawn's little victory dance. "You're worse than your sister."

"Hey!" Buffy sat down next to her. "Care for a real challenge?"

"Bring it on." The brunette grinned grabbing the control. "What do you want to wager?"

Buffy thought for a moment. "Okay, if I win you stop smoking."

"Huh?! No way!" Faith frowned at that suggestion.

"What's the matter? You afraid you'll lose?" The little slayer taunted her.

"No. I'll kick your butt. I just have to think of something of equal value." Faith turned to Dawn. "Any ideas, Squirt?"

The teenager smiled. "Yeah, if Faith wins I get to go slaying with you guys."

"NO!" Both slayers declared in unison.

"Never mind then." Dawn stomped out of the room.

"Sorry Squirt." Faith called after her. Buffy grinned and leaned forward.

"C'mon Faithy. There must be something you want."

The dark slayer gave her a sly smile. "Nope. Nothing else I can think of. But I'll tell you what, if I win you don't nag me about smoking."

"Deal. Pick your character." Buffy settled back.

"Wait a minute. You've played this." Faith's eyes narrowed. "Are you hustling me?"

The little blonde's eyes glittered. "I don't know what you're talking about."

..........................................

"Tara, what have you found about the spell?" Willow leaned over her girlfriend's shoulder as she mixed the pancake batter.

"It's pretty vague. Will Giles be back from the Magic Box soon? He's supposed to pick up some books we need." The blonde witch leaned back and kissed her girlfriend.

"Yep." Dawn sauntered in and sat down. "He said he'd be back for breakfast." They turned and smiled at the little intruder.

"Okay Dawnie. No, you've had enough coffee." Willow pulled the mug away. "Go get dressed."

"Ugh! Fine."

The witches laughed as Dawn made a big show of heading upstairs.

"Teenagers." Tara arched an eyebrow at Willow then pulled the little red head into her lap.

*****
Part 13: The Gay Thing

"Are you having fun, B?" Faith glanced over at the little blonde who was peering out at the steep incline and clutching the safety bar nervously.

"It doesn't suck." Buffy smiled over at her until the car dropped then she screamed and clung to the brunette. Faith chuckled and lifted her hands.

"Quite a drop, isn't it?!" She laughed at Buffy's terrified expression. "Smile, B." Buffy looked up just in time for the camera flash. "Now that was a kodak moment."

The tiny blonde got out rather shakily. "Okay, enough rollercoasters for me. Go with Dawn on the next one."

Faith studied her carefully. "Are you sure, B?"

Buffy steeled herself against the possible impeding discomfort. She smiled reassuringly. "Yes, you go ahead. I'll be fine. I'll just sit with Tara and Willow for awhile."

Dawn handed her ice cream cone to Buffy. "Don't eat it. Let's go Faith."

"Hey! I'm not going to just let this melt on me." Buffy's announcement fell on deaf ears as the two brunettes ran off.

Tara looked at the little slayer worriedly. "Are you going to be okay?"

"Yeah, I'll buy her another." Buffy said as she took a lick.

Willow rolled her eyes. "She didn't mean the ice cream."

"Oh. Uh... yeah. I think I'm alright... so far." Buffy peeked over at the two witches nervously as they all sat at a table to wait. "You won't think less of me if I tell you something."

"That depends on what you're going to tell us." Willow teased as Tara elbowed her.

"Wil!"

"Then no." The red head giggled and looked back at her best friend. "This wouldn't have anything to do with that ruckus we heard last night would it."

Buffy blushed. "You heard?"

This time Tara rolled her eyes. The little slayer cleared her throat.

"Yes, it has to do with Faith but... well.." She hesitated and looked back at the couple. "I feel weird talking about this."

"Oh go ahead. You won't shock us. We're unshockable." Willow stated with an emphatic nod.

"Well, Faith and I... we sorta.."

"Buffy, we got it. You had sex. Now get to the news part."

Tara elbowed Willow to be quiet again. "Shhh.. let her talk."

"Thanks Tara. Okay... uh." Buffy got up and began pacing. "Since we had... sex... um... it's the pain thing... well, it's not as bad. See, like right now I should be huddled up in agony. Faith is out of range. I can't feel her but I'm okay... for a little while."

The witches exchanged a confused look. "So what do you think it is?" Willow wrinkled her brow. "Faith's super talent or something?" The red head chuckled at the last part because it made Buffy blush a bright red. Willow continued to tease her. "So you're off the boys now... Faith must be good?" The witch wiggled her eyebrows.

"That's not the point. But yes." Buffy gave a naughty smile, causing the girls to laugh. "She's not without skill."

"I bet." Tara chimed in, getting a look from her girlfriend. "Uh... I mean.. she's a slayer and all." The blonde witch shrugged.

"What I mean is there's something palatable to this pain issue." Buffy ran her hand through her hair.

"No pun intended." Willow giggled.

"Can you two get your mind out of the gutter for five minutes?!" The little slayer gave an exasperated sigh. "What I'm trying to say is that it's not all in my head. And don't bother denying that you all were thinking that." She wagged her finger at them. "I'm not stupid, you know. And plus I have slayer hearing."

"I'm still not following you?" Willow tilted her head and looked up at Buffy.

"How bad of a person does it make me if I'm having sex with someone because I need it?" The little blonde peered nervously at her friends.

"What do mean, Buffy? Don't you want to?" Tara asked, confused.

"Yes... I mean, no... I don't know." Buffy shook her head. "I don't know if I love her. I mean, I'm not gay so..." The witches watched her closely as she floundered. "Ugh! I just don't know anything... except that it feels good." She smiled a little. "Really, really good."

"Isn't that enough for now?" Willow asked, stealing a look at Tara.

"I guess. I just don't want to hurt Faith."

"Buffy, I hate to be the one to say it, but it's too late to worry about that. She's very much in love with you." Tara interjected, and Willow nodded in agreement.

The little slayer sat and covered her face. "I was afraid you'd say something like that. It's just that once this whole weird side effect is cured, I don't know if I'll want to do the whole gay thing."

"Gay thing! What the heck do you mean by that?!" Willow stood up offended. "Buffy, this isn't about doing any "thing" as you so put it. It's about being in love with someone. Either you are or you aren't? But don't ask me to justify you using someone for a pure experiment of sorts. I assumed you had feelings for Faith. If you don't, don't lead her on. End it before it goes any further or you'll hurt her worse."

*****
Part 14: Don't Tell

Buffy was starting to feel ill. *Where is Faith and Dawn?!* She checked her watch again, giving a weak smile to the witches as she shivered.

"Buffy, you don't look well." Willow glanced over at the little slayer who was as white as a sheet. "Maybe, we should start looking for them."

"No. It's okay. If I'm going to break it off with Faith I have to get use to this. I'm sure she won't want to be around me." Buffy groaned and doubled over.

Willow winced as she watched her best friend suffering. *What if she was right? What if Faith left? Buffy might not survive.*

Buffy curled up tight as her teeth chattered. "Wil, I don't know how much I can take."

Willow looked at her girlfriend. "Find Faith." Tara nodded and went off in the direction that the brunettes had taken.

"Buffy, maybe you're right. Maybe, you shouldn't say anything to Faith... for now." The red head could feel the guilt tearing at her, but she couldn't bear to see Buffy suffer either.

"Yes. Just for a little while, Wil. I'll just be stand-offish." Buffy agreed, still uncertain how she was going to accomplish that and maintain her health. She'd work that out later though. Right now, she needed relief.

"Here. Try taking deeper breaths." Willow suggested nervously.

"I can't. Wil, I think I'm going to be sick." The little slayer covered her mouth and ran to the restrooms.

Willow stood up and glanced around. She could see Tara coming back with Dawn and Faith behind her.

"Faith, she's in the restroom." Willow waited until Dawn and Faith went after Buffy then turned to Tara. "I told Buffy not to say anything to Faith yet. It's too great a risk. At least until we can figure out a cure."

Tara wrinkled her brow in concern. "I don't like it, but I suppose we don't have a choice."

...................

"Are you sure you're okay B?" Faith pulled the blonde into her arms as they rested upstairs.

Buffy knew that she shouldn't allow Faith to hold her, but it felt so good. She just closed her eyes and nodded.

"Do you want me to stay up here with you?" The brunette asked softly.

"Yes, if you don't mind." The little slayer smiled up at Faith.

"Nah... of course, I don't mind. Whatever it takes, remember?" Faith kissed her and gently caressed her.

*Oh god... mmmm.... feels so good, but I shouldn't let her.* Buffy pulled away. "No, not now."

"Okay, B. That's cool." Faith stopped touching her. She got up.

"Wait. You're not mad, are you?" Buffy looked worriedly at the dark slayer.

"Nope. Just getting something to read." The brunette grinned back at her as she held up her comic book. "Do you want one?"

Buffy smiled. "No, I just want to sleep for a little while."

"Sleep away." Faith laid back down and patted her chest. "Your pillows await."

"Thanks." The small slayer smiled bashfully as she cuddled up next to the brunette.

Faith very quietly and casually flipped through her comic books. She was nibbling on a piece of licorice and reading contently.

Buffy peeked up and watched her. *Faith is a definite hottie.* The little blonde sighed.

"What?" Faith asked without glancing at Buffy. "I see you looking at me. Did you expect my lips to move when I read or somethin'?"

"No. Nothing." Buffy turned her head, embarrassed. The dark slayer shrugged it off and kept reading. There was a knock at the door.

"Come in." Faith called out as she flipped the page.

Willow walked in. She quickly hid her frown. "Dinner is ready." She caught Buffy's eye and gave her a disapproving look.

Buffy jumped up. "Uh... Yeah, thanks Wil. We should go eat, come on Faith." The young slayer tossed down the comic book and followed the little blonde out.

...................

"B, will you feel up to slaying? If I have to I'll miss tonight and just Spike and the scoobies can go. What's the word?" Faith reached for more chicken.

"Yes, Buffy. Faith has a point. If you don't feel up to it..." Giles interjected as he poured himself more wine.

"No. I'm okay. We'll go." Buffy glanced over at Willow and Tara.

"Hey there slayers." Spike walked in from the kitchen. "Nibblet." He smiled at Dawn and nodded at the rest of them.

"Spike!" The teenager chirped excited.

"Hey William." Faith leaned back in her chair and grinned.

"Luscious, wanna have a smoke with me?" He leered at the brunette.

"Can't." She glanced over at Buffy. "I quit."

"What?" Spike smirked. "Why?"

"I lost a bet." Faith muttered, ignoring Dawn's giggles.

"Yeah, she lost to Buffy on Extreme Boxing. Buffy beat the snot out of her." Dawn rubbed it in with a grin.

"Yeah, well Goldilocks has a way of doing that to people." The vampire snorted as he headed outside to smoke.

Faith stood up to follow.

"Faith!" Buffy spoke sternly. "No smoking."

"Yeah, yeah. I'm jus' going out there to keep him company."

"Me too." Dawn chimed in.

The two brunettes left the table. Giles stood up also. "I think I'm going to get down to the Magic Box. Do be careful, Buffy? Don't let Faith stray to far or you'll be helpless." He warned her as he headed out.

"I won't." Buffy called out, thinking now might be a good time for her to escape also. She could tell Willow was going to lecture her about Faith again.

"Okay, Tara and I agreed not to say anything, but Buffy, you're supposed to be stand-offish." The red head reminded her.

"I am." Buffy looked away, unable to make eye contact. Willow gave her a doubtful look to which the blonde defensively replied. "We didn't have sex."

"No, but you were looking pretty comfy when I came in the room earlier." The little witch shook her head. "Snuggling up like that with Faith. Well... that probably means more to her than sex. You have to be careful, Buffy. Just don't lead her on."

They all got quiet when they heard the back door open. Faith and Dawn came in laughing. "Can you believe that?" The teenager nudged Faith. "He likes you."

"Nahhh... He likes B." The young slayer's eyes twinkled. "Everybody likes B."

Buffy shifted uncomfortably in her chair as Tara cleared her throat, trying to divert attention. "We made pie. Who wants some pie?"

"Me!" Dawn squealed as Faith leaned past her with a plate.

"I'll take some." The dark slayer nudged the teenager almost knocking her out of her chair. "Ha! Ha! Sit much?"

"Very funny." Dawn pushed back.

*****
Part 15: Ready?

"Ready?" Faith stood twirling her sword.

"Yes. And stop playing with that. It's not a toy." Buffy frowned in annoyance.

"It is to me." The brunette grinned as she followed Buffy and Spike into the cemetery. "What do you think Spikey? Are we going to run into anymore of those Parvo demons?" Faith glanced around anxious to fight.

"Don't know, pet. Hope not. They're nasty buggers. An' hard to kill." The vampire gestured that he saw something.

Buffy grabbed Faith's hand and pulled her behind them. "Hey!" Faith objected vigorously. "I want to fight too!"

"You will. Just hush for now." Buffy motioned for Spike to go around. They turned the corner to find five vampires bleeding some college boy. He appeared dead. "Now!" Buffy rushed at the group, staking two almost instantly.

Faith blinked back her surprise and brandished her sword. She could see Buffy stake another. Spike tossed his vampire to the ground, and the little slayer ran up and staked that one too.

The vampire Faith was fighting threw her back. She dropped her sword. Buffy stepped over, kicked the sword into the air, caught it and lopped the vamp's head off.

"That should do it. Let's go home. You can have more pie, Faith." The little blonde tried to console her; she could tell Faith was bitterly disappointed.

"I don't want pie. I want to slay something." Faith frowned and kicked the dirt.

"Maybe tomorrow." Buffy took her hand and led her away.

Spike waved to them. "I'll be seeing you."

"Yeah, thanks Spike." The little slayer acknowledged him half-heartedly causing him to give a lovesick smile and stumble.

"Careful Spike." Faith chuckled following behind Buffy.

.......................

Faith came back from her shower to find Buffy asleep. *Damn.* She switched off the light and climbed in. *Oh well...*

Buffy stole a peek. It seemed that Faith was buying it. *She thinks I'm asleep. Good.* The little blonde peered over again. Faith had rolled onto her stomach and was facing away.

Buffy laid there unable to sleep. She was dying for some contact with the young slayer. After awhile she whispered. "Faith? Faith, are you asleep?" No answer. Buffy reached over and touched Faith's back. *Mmmmm... she has a nice back.*

The little slayer pulled the blanket down. She studied Faith's sleeping form. *Faith has a hot, hot body.* Buffy ran her hand over the brunette's butt. Faith was only wearing a tank top and panties again. Buffy stroked her tenderly, reveling at the sparkage she was feeling. *Mmmm... yummy Faith...* She slipped her hand into Faith's panties, stifling her moan as she touched the younger girl's bare bottom.

Faith stirred slightly. Buffy immediately pulled her hand back and froze. The brunette rolled over onto her back, mumbling incoherently in her sleep.

Buffy waited until Faith quieted then reached over. She ran her fingers lightly over Faith's stomach. *Such a nice, flat stomach... very sexy..* Buffy gently lifted the tank top, tugging it up to reveal two perfect breasts. Her mouth watered and she swallowed hard as she reverently reached for them.

Her fingertips grazed the nipples. She licked her lips as they instantly stiffened to her touch. Buffy glanced up at Faith. The brunette slept soundly. She became more bold, pinching Faith's nipples and rolling them between her fingers. She was dying to suck on them.

Buffy closed her eyes tight and let her breath out slowly. *Oh god... no, I shouldn't be doing this... * She opened her eyes and stared down at Faith's body; there for her to touch.

Her hand traveled of its own accord down the flat stomach and to the top of Faith's panties. She peered up at the brunette before letting her fingers stray under the fabric. Faith twitched and spread her legs further. Buffy halted for a moment. *Just a quick feel... no biggie.*

Buffy was already flush with pleasure and reluctant to stop now. She wanted a taste. Slowly she dipped her hand lower, marveling at the softness. She slipped her fingers into the wetness and extracted her hand. Stealing a peek at Faith first, she brought her glistening fingers to her lips and licked them. *MMMMMM!* Buffy squeezed her eyes shut as she sucked Faith's wetness off. *It tastes sweet... yummy Faith.*

Buffy smiled back up at the brunette who remained pleasantly asleep, lost in a lovely dream. The older slayer struggled to control her breathing as she reached down and gently tugged Faith's panties lower. She gazed hungrily at the newly exposed pussy in front of her as she slid the panties completely off and tossed them to the floor.

She delicately caressed the inside of Faith's thighs then ran her fingers up until they were coated. Buffy's eyes were half closed and her hand shook as she excitedly brought it to her mouth again. She sucked slowly, stifling a groan of pleasure as the heat surged through her. It was magnificent. *MMMMMMMMMMM... OH FAITH!.... YOU TASTE INCREDIBLE!*

As Buffy became more aroused, she became less cautious. She was soon stroking Faith harder as she reached between her own legs and touched herself. The younger girl moaned in her sleep and spread her legs wider.

Buffy leaned in, unable to control herself. *Just want to lick her... just once.* She brought her lips very gently to the soft folds and kissed. *Oh yesss...mmmm... Faithhhh..* The brunette moaned again and moved slightly against her lips.

The little slayer lost all perspective as she began eagerly lapping at the brunette and masturbating. It was too incredible. She shook as the first orgasm rocked through her, then continued to lick in ecstasy.

Faith's dream was incredible. She could almost feel Buffy's mouth. "Oh Buffy..." She moaned in her sleep and reached down, pressing the blonde against her. *Huh?* Faith opened her eyes to see Buffy hungrily licking and sucking on her pussy. Faith came instantly arching her back and trembling violently. "Oh my god.... B... fuck... yeah..." She fell back against the bed panting and grinning.

Buffy clung to her tightly as she came again and collapsed against the younger slayer. "Oh Jesus!" She let out her breath and laid there for a moment before looking up at Faith with a sheepish smile. "Sorry."

"Why? I'm not." The brunette laughed as she pulled the little slayer into her arms.

They both fell asleep sated, basking in the warm glow of their slayerness.

*****
Part 16: Buffy's Puppies

Buffy woke up and rolled over. Faith was gone. She became slightly frustrated, tired of waking up alone. "Faith." The little slayer grumbled as she went down the stairs. "Faith, where'd you go?"

"She's in here." Dawn whispered, peering around the corner.

"What are you two doing? It's so early." Buffy padded into the room.

"Watching cartoons. Faith always watches Saturday cartoons with me." Dawn gestured at the sleeping slayer.

Buffy smiled. Faith looked so cute curled up on the couch, asleep. "She doesn't look like she's doing much watching." The little blonde snorted as she squeezed onto the couch next to Faith.

Dawn shrugged. "I think it's more symbolic than anything. At least that's what I'm guessing since she always falls asleep."

Willow and Tara came in. "What do you want for breakfast, Dawnie?"

"Pancakes!" Dawn turned back toward the tv.

"Ugh.. you always want pancakes. How's about waffles?" The little slayer suggested glancing at the witches with a smile. "And me and Faith will make them."

"Are you sure about that Buffy?" Willow tipped her head toward the sleeping slayer.

"Yeah, Faith looks pretty relaxed." Tara chuckled as she sat on the floor next to Dawn. "What are we watching?"

"Johnny Bravo." The teenager rested her head in Tara's lap.

"Yep, I'm sure. It'll be fun. I just need to wake Faith up." Buffy glanced at the brunette. "This shouldn't be a big deal, right? Faith's basically a morning person."

"Just keep telling yourself that." Willow snickered as she sat next to Tara. "What's wrong slayer... afraid to wake her up?"

"No." Buffy frowned. "Faith, doesn't get mad at me. So there." She reached over and roughly shook the younger slayer.

"Huh? What?..." The brunette jumped up, confused. "Where?" She turned around looking for the threat.

The little slayer smiled at her. "Good morning. You're going to help me make waffles."

"What?!" Faith snorted, laying back on the couch. "I don't think so."

The witches and Dawn laughed. "Told you." The red head got up prepared to do the waffle making.

Buffy gestured for her to sit. "No Wil. Faith is going to help out. Faith, get your butt up right now!"

The young slayer glanced at everyone then back at Buffy. "Ugh! Fine!" She followed the little blonde out.

Dawn leaned near Tara and Willow and whispered. "She's a Buffy puppy now."

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"Spike!" Dawn jumped up excited. "You came over. Hurray!" She ran up to him and grabbed his hand.

Faith sat reclining, wearing her usual grin. "William. Come give us a kiss." She teased. He growled and ran over laughing and pulling her into his arms with great pomp.

Dawn giggled and clapped. "Kiss her! Kiss her!"

Buffy strolled into the room. "What's going on?!"

"Nothing." Spike let go and Faith pulled away quickly, both panicked that their beloved would be angry.

"Let's not get too friendly here, you two. Come on, we're going patrolling first, then you guys can have your little movie party or whatever." Buffy tossed Faith her sword.

"Not fair. Tonight's our movie night. Spike and Faith never going slaying on this night. They watch movies with me." Dawn complained, turning to them for confirmation.

"Sorry, little bit. Where big sis goes. I go." Spike gave Dawn a sheepish look and so did Faith.

"Yeah, Squirt. I kinda have to. You know... duty and stuff."

They both followed after Buffy.

"Oh yeah! Go then, puppies! You're nothing but Buffy's puppies!" The teenager stamped her foot and sat down.

The blonde turned toward her sister, smirking. "Stop throwing a tantrum, Dawnie. I'll bring your playmates back in an hour or so, then you kiddies can have your little movie fest."

Faith and Spike both blushed and awkwardly exited, doing the only thing either of them desired, obeying Buffy... just to be near.

*****
Part 17: Competition

They strolled about the cemetery in relative silence. Both the dark slayer and the vampire were busy pondering Dawn's accusation. Buffy took up the rear, watching Faith as she walked along playing with the sword.

The little slayer smiled. She liked when Faith was all excited like this, aching for a good slay. Tonight Buffy would let her kill one. She sighed as Faith hopped up onto a headstone and did a flip.

"Nice, slayer. But can you do this?" Spike took a running start and jumped over a crypt.

"Totally!" Faith ran, jumped the crypt, and did two summersaults. She landed on her feet and held up her hands.

"Forget it, slayer. Watch this!" Spike did a flip, a spinning kick, two summersaults and a backhand spring and a back flip.

"I can top that!" Both her and Spike looked over to see if Buffy was still watching.

The little slayer folded her arms across her chest. "Are you two done yet?" Her tone was a cross between boredom and irritation. "We have work to do, and I'd like to get home and get to bed some time this century, thank you."

"Um... yeah, sure. Sorry B." Faith shoved at Spike.

"She started it, you know." The vampire pushed the brunette. "Thanks for nothing."

"Stuff it, dead boy." The dark slayer threw him.

Buffy hid her laugh and chastised Faith. "That's enough! Cut it out, right now!"

Spike and Faith scowled at each other but remained quiet.

"Over here." Buffy called out to them as she approached a fresh grave.

"Good call, B." Faith exclaimed, rushing over. "Mine!"

The little slayer chuckled and stepped back. "Okay. But don't dawdle."

A hand popped out. Faith waited patiently until a head appeared. She immediately swung her sword and lopped it off. "Quick enough for ya?" She smirked back at Spike.

"Ooh, so impressive." The blonde vampire remarked sarcastically, waving his hands.

"What's with you two?! Stop bickering. You're acting like a couple of five year olds. I'm not impressed." Buffy snapped, striding ahead of them.

Faith nudged Spike, muttering angrily. "See what you did? Now she's mad."

"Me?! Ha! You're the one driving her batty, slayer... with your constant, oh look me... I can do a bloody flip." Spike sneered, pushing Faith. "Besides you're with her all damn day. I only get to see her at night. How fair is that?"

"Bite me! She's my girlfriend!" Faith growled.

"THAT'S IT! SHUT UP, BOTH OF YOU!" Buffy turned on her heel. "We're going home now!"

"Is that true Buffy?" Spike ran up to her and tried to block her way. "Is Faith your girlfriend?"

The little slayer became flushed. She tried to walk around him.

"No wait! I want an answer, dammit!" The vampire shoved at the blonde.

"Hands off!" Faith stepped forward and grabbed Buffy, pulling her away.

"Both of you, keep your hands to yourself!" The small slayer pushed past them and headed for her house.

"B, tell him! You're my girlfriend, aren't you?" Faith suddenly faltered.

"Faith, I don't want to talk about this right now!"

Spike snorted. "See! Your girlfriend! Ha! In your dreams! Buffy's still available. Looking for a little poke too, I wager." He leaned back on his heels, smirking.

Faith dove at him.

"NO!" Buffy grabbed Faith around the waist and pulled her off. "SPIKE GO HOME NOW!"

"Yeah, alright Buffy." He sneered at the brunette before giving Buffy a gentle smile. "Anything for you."

"BASTARD!" Faith struggled to get free. "Let me stake him!"

"That's enough!" Buffy let go of her. "Get in the house, this minute!" She slammed the door behind them. "Go up to our room!"

"What?! What did I do?"

"FAITH!" The little slayer was at the boiling point.

"Screw you!" The brunette ran to the door. Buffy punched her, knocking her out.

"BUFFY!" Willow shouted at her as Tara and Dawn came in behind.

"What's wrong with you?!" Dawn cried as she knelt next to the unconscious slayer.

"Sorry Dawnie. I couldn't let her leave." Buffy glanced at the witches with great anxiety. Neither said anything as she lifted Faith and carried her upstairs.

The teenager looked at Tara and Willow. "What happened?"

"Dawn, let's just wait until tomorrow. Everyone is a little overwrought." Tara led Dawn out of the room. She glanced back at Willow.

"I know." The red head sighed and headed up the stairs to talk to Buffy.

*****
Part 18: Buffy's Prisoner

Willow rapped lightly on the door. "Buffy.. Can I come in?"

"Sure Wil, I'm just getting Faith settled for the night." The red head entered as Buffy finished fastening the younger slayer to the bed. Willow's eyes widened in shock.

"Buffy, you can't just chain her up like that. I understand that you're afraid, but as much I didn't use to believe this, I do now.... Faith deserves better treatment."

The blonde tilted her head and considered Willow's words. "And what do you suggest I let her do? Leave?"

A pained expression flickered across Willow's features. "I don't know Buffy. I can have Giles talk to her. What happened tonight?"

Buffy sat down heavily. "Argh! I'm not sure. They were arguing and driving me crazy. Faith got mad and tried to leave so I knocked her out." The slayer glanced guiltily at her best friend. "But just to keep her here. You've seen what happens to me. Wil, you guys have to find a cure fast, but until then..."

The witch furrowed her brow. "Until then, what?"

"Until then Faith can consider herself under house arrest. I'm not letting her out of my site." Buffy peered over at Willow. The red head stood up.

"Buffy, I'm going to get Giles."

The little slayer shouted after her retreating form. "He'll agree with me, Wil."

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Giles cleared throat in discomfort as the two witches related what happened. "I'm sorry Willow. You're not going to like my answer. But Buffy's right. We have no choice. Until we can find a cure, Faith has to be kept here. Even if it's against her will."

Tara shook her head, and Willow stood up angrily. "Giles, it's wrong, and you know it!"

"Willow, performing that spell was wrong! I can't say I'm not glad to have her back, but there are consequences to every action. Perhaps you should have considered that!" He removed his spectacles to clean them. "All I can say, is that I will try and talk some sense into both of them in the morning. It will give them time to cool down."

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Buffy checked the chains before climbing into the bed next to Faith. Pulling the younger girl into her arms, she settled down to sleep.

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Faith woke up slowly, her head throbbing. "Oww... Dammit B!" She opened her eyes to see Buffy hovering over her.

"How are you feeling?" The little slayer gently touched the bruise.

"Ouch! How do you think?!" Faith turned away from her and moved to get up. "HEY!" The brunette yelled when she realized that she was chained.

"Be quiet! Do you want to scare Dawn?!" Buffy covered the younger slayer's mouth. "Promise you won't shout." Faith's eyes narrowed, but she nodded so Buffy removed her hand.

"Good. Now don't give me any more trouble. Last night was bad enough." She sighed and laid on top off Faith. "You know you're all squishy and comfy. Your like my little Faithy bed."

"What?! Why'd you chain me? Are you afraid that I'll sock you in the eye to get even?!" Faith growled in irritation.

"Listen Faith, I can't let you leave. I can't tolerate the pain. Please." The hazel-eyed slayer pleaded studying the brunette's reaction carefully. "Unless I know you're not going to run, I have to keep you chained. You understand, right?"

Faith stared in disbelief.

"Too bad then, because until we have a cure..." Buffy glanced back nervously.

"Fine." The dark beauty spoke between gritted teeth. "Now unchain me."

"Nope. Now I don't believe you." The little blonde teased. She bent her head and kissed Faith softly.

"B! So help me, when I get loose I'm gonna wring your friggin' neck!"

Buffy became agitated. "When I let you go I'll be myself again. You won't be able to hurt me."

"You fucking bitch! I love you and you fucking do this to me! Go to hell!" Faith turned her head, trying to hide her tears from Buffy.

"I forgave you. You'll forgive me." The little slayer leaned close and wiped Faith's tears away. "Don't cry. Faith, I don't want to do this. Please don't cry."

"Just leave me alone, B."

"Okay." Buffy left the room, closing the door gently behind her.

*****
Part 19: Buffy's Not Right

"How is she doing?" Giles asked as Buffy came down the stairs.

"She's pretty pissed."

"Can you blame her?" Dawn glared at her sister.

"Dawn please, not right now." Buffy followed her watcher into the other room. The two witches were sitting at the table doing research.

"Maybe, we should do a spell to keep Faith near. You know, one that confines her so that she can be unchained." Tara glanced around at the others.

"No way! I don't want her getting all crazy and attacking any of us." The slayer said as she paced.

"You don't know Faith at all!" Dawn stood up angrily. "She wouldn't hurt any of us!" The teenager ran from the room.

"Buffy, I'll talk to her." Tara went after Dawn. The little slayer glanced uncomfortably at Willow and Giles.

"Buffy, Dawn's right. She's not going to hurt anyone. Keeping her chained is just going to make it that much worse. Have you thought about how betrayed she's feeling?" Willow peered over at the watcher. "I think Tara is right. We can do a containment spell for Faith, something that keeps her within 25 feet of the house. Then she can go in the yard at least. That shouldn't be too bad for her." The witch tried to reason as she started searching for a spell.

In a fit of panic, Buffy turned toward her watcher. "Giles, we can't untie her. It's just too dangerous. Just let me keep her for now. I'll take care of her. And once I'm back to normal, we'll make it up to her."

"Buffy, she's not a pet! Or something for you to use! I don't think you realize how bad you're hurting her." Willow scowled. "I know you're not interested in "being gay" but whether you like it or not she has feelings for you. You need to be an adult and tell her the truth. We'll do the containment spell, but you're not going to chain her to your bed and use her like some sort of aspirin."

Giles frowned. "Willow, what are you talking about?"

"Buffy, tell him or I will."

Buffy stiffened but said nothing.

"She had sex with Faith. Apparently, it lessens the side effects of her resurrection." Willow clarified. "She's able to tolerate more apart time from Faith."

"Buffy, how could you?!" Giles rubbed the bridge of his nose. "Willow, you and Tara find a containment spell. I'm going upstairs to talk to Faith. And you.." He gave Buffy a disappointed look. "Stay away from Faith for awhile. She'll be in the house or yard so you shouldn't suffer any symptoms, but give her some space. Do you understand?!"

The hazel-eyed beauty turned away to hide her tears. "Fine." She was so confused. She cared about Faith, but she didn't know if it was real or because of the side effects of her resurrection. What if she did love Faith? She was certainly blowing it. *Ugh! But there's no way to know until I'm cured!* Buffy stormed out of the room, displeased at being cast as the villain.

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Giles found Faith quietly crying. "Faith, I'm so sorry. Buffy's not herself." He explained as he began unchaining her.

"You're telling me. G-man, what happened to her?" The brunette sat up and rubbed her wrists.

"I don't know yet. But I need you to do me a favor."

Faith nodded. "Yeah, sure."

"Please don't fight with Buffy. And just for the time being, we're going to need you to go no further than the yard. Willow and Tara are going to do a containment spell just for everyone's peace of mind. Are you going to be okay with that? If you're not I won't have them do it. Will you let us?"

The young slayer thought for a moment then asked. "Don't you trust me?"

"Yes, but do this for everyone's sanity. Please... or Buffy's going to continue behaving badly. I know you're part the team. We all do." The watcher patted her back and smiled. "You should know that both Willow and Tara strongly oppose these measures. They came to me seeking an alternative." He looked at Faith with a very serious expression. "Whatever is causing these symptoms is also effecting Buffy's judgment. I need you to be the stronger one here. Okay?"

"Yeah, alright. Tell them they could do the spell so B stops wiggin'." The dark slayer looked down embarrassed. "But Giles, I want you to know that I wouldn't do anything to hurt her anymore. I love her. And as much as I want to snap her neck sometimes..." Faith laughed, slightly bitter. "I never would. Hell, I couldn't even kill her when I thought I hated her." She peered back up at at him. "Just tell her to keep clear of me for awhile. I don't like that she's made a sap of me."

"If it's any consolation Faith, I don't think she meant to. She's just very confused right now." The watcher smiled gently.

"Thanks."

"Are you ready to come down stairs?" He gave her a sympathetic look.

"Yeah, but I'm going take a shower first and get changed. I went slaying in these clothes. So I feel wicked gross, ya know." She smiled weakly as Giles got up to leave.

"I'm really proud of you Faith. We all are."

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"What'd she say? What's going on?! You didn't unchain her, did you?!" Buffy stood at the bottom of the stairs.

"Enough! Yes, I unchained her." He glanced over at Willow. "Do the spell. She's agreed to it."

"What do you mean? Faith, would never agree to something like. She's tricked you!" Buffy ran past him. "Where is she?"

"BUFFY! STOP NOW!" Giles shouted at her, but she ignored him and raced into her room. Faith wasn't there. She stood for a moment until she heard the shower.

Buffy stormed into the bathroom.

"HEY! DO YOU MIND!" Faith pulled the shower curtain around herself.

"Yes, I do mind. What kind of deception are you planning this time?! You've sure got Giles and Willow fooled!" The little blonde marched over and pulled back the curtain, allowing herself the pleasure of an eyeful. *Mmmmm... hot and sexy.... yummy Faith...*

"FUCK! GET THE HELL OUT OF HERE! RED! RED!" Faith yelled until the little witch appeared at the door.

"What's going on in here?!" Willow frowned, directing her disapproval toward Buffy.

"I don't know! B's gone mental or something! Just tell her to get out! I'm trying to take a shower for Christ-sakes! If she keeps this up, I am gonna deck her!" Faith growled as she grabbed a towel to cover herself.

Buffy continued to stare. She suddenly wanted the brunette very badly. Willow grabbed her arm. "Come on, Buffy. Please."

The little slayer backed out of the room reluctantly. Faith leaned under the shower and cried. She suddenly realized, Buffy came back different.... wrong somehow.

*****