Willow looked nervously over at the slayer and hell god as they stood at the cart. Glory was buying Buffy some cotton candy from the vendor.

"Wil, what's wrong?" Tara nudged her girlfriend.

"Oh... uh.. Nothing."

"Do you want some cotton candy too?" Tara asked her playfully.

"No." Willow turned toward the blonde witch. "Doesn't this bother you? Buffy with Glory... and Glory acting all nice. It's so totally fake. Don't you think?"

"I don't know, Wil. It seems like they both are..." Tara's voice got quieter as Willow scowled. "are into each other. I think Glory really likes Buffy. She has all these pet names for her, and geez... she spoils her rotten. All Buffy has to do is whimper and Glory is all concern and questions."

They looked back over at the two as Buffy munched her cotton candy and squealed. "I want a balloon!"

They watched in awe as Glory laughed and brushed a lock of hair from the little slayer's face. She smiled and purchased a balloon for Buffy, then tied the string around the blonde's tiny wrist so she wouldn't lose it. The hell god gave her a quick hug. "There Princess. Do want to go look at the lions now. I have a surprise for you."

Willow glanced at her girlfriend as the two blondes approached them. She quietly admitted. "Okay, maybe there is something..."

"Hey Wil, let's go look at the lions. I like lions. They're like big, fluffy kitties." Buffy bounced excitedly, pulling the red head by the hand.

"Yeah, fluffy kitties that can eat you." Willow said as Buffy dragged her along. The hell god lagged behind with the witch.

She turned to Tara and whispered. "Do you think Butterfly will want to pet the lions?" Her eyes sparkled as she asked.

Tara became nervous. "I... I don't know." She stuttered as she looked at the hell god with uncertainty. "But petting lions really isn't an option. They're not meant for visitors to pet. They're not tame." The blonde witch wasn't sure if Glory was confused or just completely insane. *Pet a lion! Huh?!*

"Oh. Shhh... It's a surprise for her." Glory whispered as Buffy came bounding over.

"Glory. Glory... look." She pointed excitedly just like a little kid. The hell god took her hand, laughing.

"Yes. I see, Peaches. It's a big, kitty-cat." She tapped Buffy on the nose and hugged her. "Do you want to pet the kitty?"

The lion lifted his head and let out a short barking roar.

"Yes." The tiny slayer squeaked without really thinking about the question. She turned toward her goddess, but Glory wasn't there anymore. Buffy glanced back at the lion's pen. "Glory! No!" Buffy screamed as she saw the hell god approaching the lion.

The two witches gasped as they watched in horror. Glory walked right up to the growling lion who now hunched down as if to attack. Other bystanders shrieked and ran to get the zookeepers.

"No, Glory! Please! Please come out of there! Please! Before you get hurt!" Tears flowed down the little slayer's cheeks as she watched.

Glory ignored all the cries as she gently reached out. The lion stopped growling and relaxed as the tall blonde's hand tangled in its mane.

"That's it kitty. Now I want you to go over to my Princess." Glory instructed as the lion purred. The witches stared in amazement as the lion obediently approached them, Glory followed it.

The hell god and the lion stood in front of them in the enclosure. Willow smiled as the lion yawned and stretched then began purring again. "Oh, he's so cute." But she panicked as Glory gestured to Buffy. "No, Buffy! Don't!"

"Come here, Sassy."

Buffy nervously glanced at the two wide-eyed witches as she trustingly climbed into the enclosure.

"Good girl." Glory spoke encouragingly. "Now come and pet the kitty-cat." Buffy slowly reached her hand out. The lion lowered his head offering it to the little slayer's touch. Buffy's eyes grew big with excitement as she stroked the large cat's mane and head. The lion purred loudly.

"Do you like the kitty, Princess?" Glory cooed petting Buffy's golden curls instead of the cat.

"Yes." The little blonde could hardly speak; she turned and looked at the stunned witches. "Wil! Tara! Do you want to pet him?"

"Shhh... careful Princess. Don't scare the kitty." Glory warned gently, then she beckoned to the two witches. "It's okay. You can come in."

Willow turned to her girlfriend. She so wanted to pet the lion, but she was uncertain. Should she trust this hell god? Tara smiled and nodded. The little red head climbed into the pen with her girlfriend close behind.

At this point zookeepers had approached, and were frantically trying to load the tranquiler gun. "Girls! Get out of there!"

"Hush!" Glory raised her hand and waved them silent. Then leaned close to the lion and whispered. The cat laid down and rolled on its back.

Buffy squealed with delight. "He wants me to pet his tummy. Look Willow! Look!"

The witches couldn't resist; they knelt down and began scratching the purring cat's tummy too. They all had a look of absolute wonder on their faces.

Glory laughed at the scene. The girls all looked so cute. The hell god reveled in their excitement for a moment then softly spoke. "Okay, that's enough girls. We have to go." She gestured at the zookeepers.

The fools were aiming the tranquilizer gun in their direction. If they missed the cat they might hit her Princess, then the hell god would have to snap their necks.

Buffy turned and saw them. "Oh shit! Wil, Tara.. we have to go!" She ushered the girls away. The lion stood up mewling a little.

The two witches quickly climbed out, but before Buffy could exit Glory picked her up. "Here Peaches. One more thing." She set Buffy on the lion's back. "Hold his mane, sweetie." Then she pulled a camera from her purse. "Smile Princess."

Buffy grinned as the hell god snapped a picture. The zookeepers started shouting again."GET OUT OF THERE! NOW!"

"Oops, I think they're mad." Glory laughed as she plucked the little slayer off the lion's back and carried her out of the enclosure. The zookeepers and security were waiting.

The witches held out their wrists as did the slayer, prepared to be handcuffed. Glory smiled, amused by their gesture then she glanced up at the men ready to arrest them and said, "There's nothing going on here. Princess didn't know not to feed the lion. She won't do it again. Will you, Princess?"

Buffy blinked back her surprise and answered. "Um... No. I'm sorry."

"Okay. That's alright miss. Just no more throwing cotton candy to the lion, okay?"

Buffy nodded and watched in shock as the guard tipped his hat and the security and zookeepers walked away. "Have a nice day, miss."

The witches and the slayer turned to Glory. "How did you do that?!" But the hell god looked a bit pale.

"An old trick, but it takes a lot of energy. Can we sit down, Butterfly?" Glory swayed slightly.

"Oh my god, Glory! Are you okay?" Buffy caught her in a panic. "We have sit!" She turned toward the witches who helped her to a bench.

"It's okay, sweetie. I'm okay. I just need a minute." She smiled at Buffy.

Willow asked the question that now plagued her. "Can you do that mind control on anyone?"

Glory laughed at the question. "You're a very sharp, little witch. The answer is no. Not to anyone." She smiled as she anticipated Willow's next question. She held up her hand, halting it. "Only to weak minded people.. and it takes a lot of energy so it's certainly not sustainable... just occasionally convenient." The hell god turned to the little slayer. "Did you like that, Princess? I got a picture."

Buffy giggled. "Yes! That was incredible! Wasn't it?" She peered over at Willow and Tara. The two witches quietly smiled and nodded.

"You may have worked that memory mojo, but we should probably get going. Besides I don't think we can top that." Tara suggested glancing around at the spectators still staring at them.

"Yeah, Tara's right. Come on." Buffy leaned down to help the hell god stand. "Can you walk?"

"Yes." Glory waved her off. "I'm fine, Butterfly. Let's go have an early dinner."

*****
Part 12: Dinner With Dawnie

"I'll only be a minute." Buffy stood on her tiptoes and gave Glory a peck on the cheek. "Wait here, okay?"

"Fine. But don't keep me waiting long, Peaches. You know I don't like that." The hell god turned looking out over the little slayer's porch. It was already getting dark. She didn't have too much time. Ben could come at any moment. *Damn!*

"No, I promise. I won't be long." Buffy slipped into the house and headed upstairs to talk with Dawn.

"Dawnie... Dawn, are you in your room?" The little slayer pushed open the door. Dawn looked up from her books.

"Hey Buffy. What's going on?" The teenager smiled up at her sister.

"I need to talk to you." Buffy sat on the edge of the bed, anxiously. She played with her sister's hair as she spoke. "I'm seeing someone."

"Spike!" Dawn sat up excited. "It's Spike isn't it?"

"Ewww! No!" The blonde wrinkled her nose with distaste. "Why would you say that?"

"Because he totally likes you. Gosh! It's only so obvious, Buffy." Dawn snorted, frowning when she noticed Buffy's discomfort.

"It isn't Spike." The little slayer faced away from her sister as she spoke. "It's Glory."

"WHAT?! What are you saying Buffy?!" Dawn began to cry. "Are you going to give me to her now?"

"Oh god no! Dawnie, that's not it." Buffy rushed over and hugged her sister. "It isn't like that at all. Sweetie, she's not going to hurt you." The little slayer gently stroked her sister's back. "Shhh... no, stop crying... Honey, the necklace.. it came from Glory. She gave it to me. And I know she did it so I could give it to you."

Buffy rocked Dawn until she calmed.

"But why?" The brunette peered up, teary-eyed. "Buffy, are you in love with her?"

Buffy was quiet for moment then answered softly. "Yes."

"What's going to happen?"

"I don't know Dawn. But I do know that you're safe now." She hugged her one more time then stood up. "I'd like it if you would join us for dinner. She's waiting outside."

The teenager sat for a minute staring at Buffy. Then ran past her shrieking. "Willow! Tara! Help, Buffy's gone insane!"

The witches came to the bottom of the stairs.

"What's wrong, sweetie?" Tara gathered Dawn in her arms, glancing up at the chagrined slayer.

"Buffy's possessed or something." She clutched at the witch crying.

Buffy stood at the top of the stairs running her hand nervously through her blonde locks. "Ugh! Dawn, I'm not possessed." She fidgeted as she explained to Willow and Tara. "I told her about me and Glory."

Dawn backed up. "You guys knew?! Are you all in on this together?!" She shouted moving away from them fearfully.

"Calm down Dawnie. It's okay." Willow approached the teenager. The front door swung open and Glory stormed in.

"What's going on here? And what's all the shouting about?!" She glanced up at Buffy. "Princess, is everything alright?"

"Princess?!" Dawn turned and looked at her sister who blushed crimson.

"Uh... Dawn, please.." Buffy pleaded. She didn't want her sister embarrassing her or making a scene.

The hell god smiled and gestured to Dawn. "The little one isn't taking it well, is she?"

"No! You awful bitch! What did you do to my sister?!" Dawn shrieked running up to Glory and pummeling her with her fists.

"NO!" Both witches and the slayer screamed at the same time. "DAWNIE NO!" The fear could be seen reflected on their faces as Glory turned Dawn around in her arms and held her tight.

"THAT'S ENOUGH TINY ONE! DON'T MAKE ME ANGRY!" Glory was dangerously close to losing her temper.

"GLORY, DON'T HURT HER! PLEASE!" Buffy cried out in panic.

The hell god looked up at the frantic slayer. "Baby, I can't hurt her." Glory spun Dawn around in her arms. "She's wearing the necklace, sweetie. It's okay." She released Dawn, gently pushing her toward the witches. "I suggest you work on her manners though."

The little blonde rushed down the stairs and pulled her sister back. "What were you thinking?! How could you do that?! Are you trying to get her to hurt you?! Is that it?!" Buffy yelled angrily.

Glory held up her hand. "That's enough Butterfly. Stop shouting. She's at that age." The hell god then turned to the teenager. "But I expect you to treat me with respect. Do you understand, tiny snapdragon?" She arched her eyebrow, waiting for a response.

"Say yes, Dawn!" Buffy ordered her, impatient with Dawn's indifference.

"Yes." The brunette spoke through clenched teeth, glaring at the hell god.

"Good girl." Glory reached down and ruffled Dawn's hair. "Now come along and we'll get you some dinner." She turned to the witches. "You two are more than welcome to join us. I hear my Princess isn't much of a cook, you must be aching for a decent meal." She chuckled at Buffy's scowl.

Dawn crossed her arms over her chest. "What are we having?"

Glory laughed. "Anything you want, Dawnie." They followed the hell god back out to the waiting limo. Jinx ran around the side quickly, bowing low as he opened door.

"Glorificus... Princess!" He was very excited to see that Buffy was coming back to the house with them. The other minions would be thrilled too. They adored the Princess.

Dawn glanced at her sister and scoffed. "They call you princess too?"

Buffy elbowed her as they climbed into the vehicle. "Be quiet."

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Dawn leaned back in her chair smiling as the minions rushed around her. She just finished her delicious meal and was waiting for dessert. She requested chocolate pudding. It was set in front of her in a beautiful crystal dish with whipped cream and a cherry. "Oh, yum! Thank you Murk."

The witches laughed as the teenager dug in.

Buffy frowned. "Dawn, wait until everyone is served." The brunette started to set down her spoon, but Glory waved it off.

"Dawnie, you go right ahead." The hell god chuckled as Dawn smirked at her sister and dived in.

Buffy clenched her jaw, but remained silent as the minions served the rest of them. Dreg came in to fill the glasses, running to Buffy's side first. "Princess, more wine?"

"Yes, thank you."

Willow cleared her throat and tried to change the subject. "So... um.. Glory, will you be staying in Sunnydale?"

Glory laughed at the not so subtle question. "I don't know, little witch. I don't know. Will excuse me for a moment?" She left the table with Jinx and Mirla following close behind.

"Willow." Tara softly chastised her. "Be nice for Buffy."

The minions entered the room. "Princess, Glorificus has asked that we bid you farewell on her behalf. Regretfully, she had to leave unexpectedly. But you are of course, welcome to remain here with your friends for as long as you like."

Buffy's face changed to concern. "What do mean she had leave? She didn't say goodbye? Jinx, what's going on? Tell me!"

"I'm sorry, Princess." He backed out of the room sadly. "She really had no choice. But Glorificus will see you in three days." He bowed and left, leaving the other minions to wait on the guests.

Willow turned to Buffy. "What do you think happened?"

"I don't know. But I'm going to find out." Buffy said getting up from the table.

*****
Part 13: Damn Ben

Buffy pushed open the bedroom door. She frowned when she saw Ben standing in their bedroom, undressing. "Where's Glory?! And what are you doing in here?!" The little slayer shouted angrily, looking around for the hell god. "Glory! Come out, right now!"

"Buffy, calm down. She's not here." Ben grabbed for something to cover himself with, unfortunately he picked up the clothes that he had just removed. Buffy stared in horror.

"THAT'S HER DRESS!" The little blonde shouted as tears streamed down her face. "Do me a favor, Ben. Tell her to go back to hell!" The tiny slayer turned on her heel to leave.

"Wait! Buffy! I can explain! Please!"

Everyone stood up when Buffy entered the dinning area; she wiped at her eyes as she walked over and pulled Dawn out of her chair. "Come on. We're leaving." She turned to the worried minions. "Murk, will you please drive us home?"

"Yes Princess. As you wish."

They all followed behind the little slayer. Willow waited until they were in the back of limousine to finally ask. "Buffy, what's wrong?"

"Glory's two-timing me. That's what's wrong." Buffy sniffled as she looked out the window.

"Buffy, are you sure? I mean.."

"Wil, please not now." Buffy choked back a sob.

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"What happened?!" Glory demanded, grabbing a hold of Jinx. "Tell me why my little Princess isn't coming!"

"She..." Jinx lowered his head.

"Out with it!" The hell god growled.

"She saw Ben in your bedroom. She assumed..." The minion took several steps back as Glory shrieked. "She assumed that you and Ben are intimate."

"DAMN! DAMN BEN! ARGH!" She shouted and the windows shattered. "That's it! We're doing the spell next full moon. Regardless! Do you hear me?!"

"Yes, your magnificence." Jinx and Gronx bowed low and exited.

*****
Part 14: There's No One Else

The scoobies and Spike sat around the Magic Box waiting for Buffy to arrive.

"I'm worried about Buffy. She's been so upset lately. Maybe we should take over patrol, at least until she's more focused." Willow suggested, looking toward Giles for confirmation.

"See. I told you nothing good would come from that god of the bitch dimension. The slayer should have steered clear of her." Spike puffed up. "We can still try an' kill her, ya know. There's nothing saying we couldn't."

Buffy entered the store. "Yes, there is! Me. And discussing Glory is off limits! Do you understand?!" The little slayer sat down in a huff. "Is this what you guys always do when I'm not around... talk about me?"

"No Buffy, we didn't mean.."

Buffy cut her off. "It's okay, Wil. I know." She laid her head on the table. "Giles, did we find out anything about those Feryl demons that came to town." She lifted her head slowly. "Do we know what drew them here?"

Giles shook his head. "No, we're still researching that. I think Willow's right though. A few days off from patrolling might be just what you need. A short break shouldn't cause any problems."

"Giles, I already took a few days off. It's time to get back on the horse. Yeah, I got a little bruised last night, but they were tough vamps. ...No biggie, really. I'm ready, and I can take Spike with me tonight."

"Yeah, I'll go." Spike jumped up, ready to accompany her.

"Fine, Buffy. Just be careful, please." Giles watched anxiously as the slayer and vampire left.

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"So the bitch was cheating on you. Gettin' poked by some boy was she?!" The bleach blonde vampire gloated.

"Shut up!" Buffy strode past him and hopped onto a tombstone. She glanced at her watch. Glory would know she wasn't coming by now. She wondered if the hell god even cared. She hadn't seen fit to try and come and explain.

The little slayer sat solemnly twirling her stake. Spike crept over and sat next to her.

"I'm sorry, Slayer. But what did you expect?"

Buffy thought for a moment. "I don't know. Please Spike, I don't want to talk about it."

He put his arm around her.

..........

Glory made her way into the cemetery with much distaste. *What a filthy disgusting place!* She brushed her hands off, and looked around. The hell god smiled as she spotted the petite slayer, sitting and twirling a stake. *She such a cutie! That's my girl.*

Glory approached, eager to see Buffy. A frown settled on her face as the blonde vampire climbed up next to her and put an arm around her. The hell god froze. *I'll kill him! Touching my Princess?! How dare he?!* Her rage was beginning to boil over as she watched him, caressing Buffy's back.

The little slayer felt a tingling, and turned around. There was Glory. A smile spread across her face before she could force it down. She quickly frowned. "What are you doing here?!"

"I was just going to ask you the same question!" The hell god fumed as her eyes focused on Spike's casual embrace. Buffy immediately jumped up.

"You're one to talk. How is Ben?!" The little slayer glared at her. The hurt evident in her eyes.

"Is that why you cancelled our date tonight?" Glory put her hand on her hip, studying the tiny blonde carefully.

"You're damn straight, you cheap whorish..." Spike was interrupted by Buffy.

"That's enough! Spike leave!" She turned and pointed. "Go away!"

"Yes Spikey, get lost! This is between me and my little girl." Glory smirked at his crushed expression.

"Slayer, you can't be serious?! The bitch is cheating on you with some pansy doctor wanna-be, is that what you want?" Spike whined, trying to reason with her.

"Spike! Please!"

"Fine. You know where to find me when you're done with her." The blonde vampire backed up. The hell god and him never breaking their glare at each other. When he was gone Buffy turned back toward Glory.

"You can leave now too." The little blonde crossed her arms over her chest and turned away.

"Princess, you're jealous?!" The hell god chuckled as she moved closer. "Awww baby... you look so sad. Come here." She pulled Buffy into her arms.

"NO!" Buffy shrieked and tried to move back, but Glory held her tight and kissed her.

She gently stroked Buffy's hair. "Sweetie, does this mean that you care about me? Hmmm?"

"Yes. Don't be stupid! Of course, I care!" Buffy broke the hug, and stepped back teary-eyed. "We're lovers aren't we?! I don't do that sort of thing just for sex. I have feelings, you know?!" She sobbed and turned away. "I thought you were starting to care too."

"Awww Princess, I do care about you." Glory whispered. "I love you."

"What?!" Buffy turned around in disbelief. "You love me?"

The hell god smiled and nodded. "That's why I'm here."

"Why didn't you come sooner?" Buffy asked as Glory wiped away the little slayer's tears.

"I couldn't." She paused before continuing. "Butterfly, you're just going to have to trust me for now. There's no one else."

Buffy stared up at her for a long while, looking for any deception. She could see none. The little slayer hugged her back. "Okay, I'll trust you. Because I love you too."

Glory smiled and kissed her. "Oh Butterfly." She lifted the little slayer up in her arms, holding her tight as they continued to lock lips.

"Can we go home?" Buffy asked as they broke apart for air.

"Of course, Princess."

*****
Part 15: Glory?

"Glory?" Buffy rolled over and groggily reached for the hell god. "Glory?" Her little face scrunched up into a frown when she realized that she was alone. She slipped from the bed and padded down the hall, still nude and mostly asleep. "Glory? Glory?" She called out distressed, looking for the strawberry blonde god. *Where is she?*

Glory sat at the desk in her study checking paperwork. Two of her minions were placing documents out for her to sign while she read through some other information. She lifted her head when she heard the little slayer's plaintive cries.

A smile crept over her features at the sight that greeted her. In her doorway stood a very naked and grumpy Buffy.

"I didn't know where you went." The little slayer griped.

She watched with great amusement as Buffy rubbed her eyes and came over to her. "It's late. What are you doing?" The tiny blonde's voice was thick with complaint.

Glory kissed the pretty little slayer, gently brushing a few blonde locks from her face as she pulled the girl onto her lap. "Awww... Peaches. What woke you up? Hmmm?"

"You did." The hell god raised an eyebrow until Buffy explained impatiently. "You being gone... that's what woke me up."

"Oh, I'm sorry, baby. I..." Glory stopped herself mid-apology and frowned. "My, we are getting spoiled, aren't we?!"

Buffy missed the tone and continued to grouse. "Why are you not laying down with me?"

"I have some work to do." She gritted her teeth, trying to hold her temper as she took the pen from Mirla. "Is that the last I need to sign?"

"I believe so, your magnifence."

"Good! I'm tired... want to go back to sleep." Buffy whined.

"Hush!" Glory chastised her as she leaned over to sign to papers. "Precious, why don't you go back to bed. I'll be there in awhile." She continued her work, going through the documents with one arm still around Buffy.

The little slayer frowned and leaned back. "No. I'll wait." She pouted as she snuggled up in Glory's lap.

"One of you get Princess a drink of water." The hell god ordered as she looked over another report.

"What is that stuff anyway?" Buffy sat up, suddenly curious.

"I already told you; it's work, darling. I do own things and have money to manage... investments. If I'm going to stick around, I have to earn a living, don't I?" She kissed the top of Buffy's head, gently pushing back a few golden curls. "Baby, I'll have to be able to take care of you. Who's going to look after you, if I don't? Hmmm?"

Buffy turned around smiling. "You're going to stay?"

"I want to. But we'll have to see, okay?" Glory held her tight and gently caressed her.

"Your water, Princess." Dreg bowed and held out the glass.

"Thank you." Buffy took the water, and sighed as she sipped it.

Glory continued with her work for a bit longer then finally stood up, carrying Buffy with her. "Okay, bedtime Butterfly."

Buffy simply smiled and buried her face against Glory's neck as she was taken back to their bedroom.

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The little slayer moaned in ecstasy as Glory rubbed against her, kissing her. "Oh yes... yes... mmmmm...." They were both sweating and groaning so close to orgasm. She held on tightly. "Glory! I love you... oh god yes... I'm going to cum... mmm... I'm almost there... oh yes... don't stop... pleaseeee... almost... yesss..." Buffy rocked against her, her clitoris rubbing against Glory's.

The hell god captured her lips with her own, kissing her hard as they both got close to climax. Buffy felt something enter her, and opened her eyes wide as Glory rode her harder. "Oh slayer... Princess!" The tall blonde arched her back as she came.

Buffy could feel the throb of a penis and the spurts of cum. "OH MY GOD!" Her eyes rolled back as an orgasm shook through her. "Oh Glory, I love you..." She moaned it out as tears leaked from her eyes. Her nails dug into Glory's buttocks as her whole body convulsed with pleasure.

She tried to focus, and make sense out of what was happening. "Glory?" The strawberry blonde ducked her head down as she fell against the little slayer. Buffy panicked and rolled to the side. She glanced down and found herself looking into Ben's eyes.

*****
Part 16: Our Princess!

"WHAT THE HELL!" Buffy screamed at the top of her lungs, jumping from the bed and grabbing the sheet to cover herself. The semen ran down her legs.

"Buffy!" Ben was breathless as he took in the beautiful nude blonde in front of him. He looked as surprised as the little slayer. "I had no idea. I'm so sorry." He reached out for her, and she screamed.

"Get away from me! Where's Glory?! What happened?! What'd you do to her?!" Buffy shouted, furious.

"Buffy, I didn't do anything. Just calm down, please." He scrambled out of the bed, and turned around looking for anything to cover himself with.

Buffy saw the scratches in his buttocks. *What?!* Tears filled her eyes as she reached between her legs and realized what was running out of her. "You... You!" She gasped and fainted.

Jinx and Murk rushed into the room. Mirla was right behind them and shrieked. "What have you done to the Princess?!"

"Princess? Princess?" Jinx tenderly lifted the little slayer and carried her to the bed.

"I didn't do anything! I mean,... UGH! I DON'T KNOW!" He ran his hand through his hair in frustration. "You didn't tell me that Glory was... was involved with Buffy like that. You could have prepared me, you bumpy little weasels!"

"Hush!" Murk demanded as he gently wrapped a blanket around Buffy. Dreg rushed in with some water, and Mirla ran out to prepare a warm bath.

"What have you done?!" Jinx screamed when he noticed what was running down Buffy's leg. "YOU HAVE DEFILED OUR PRINCESS!" His eyes filled with tears as Dreg and Murk gently lifted her to carry her to the bathtub.

"Glorificus, will be most displeased!" Gronx cried, waving his fist at Ben. "You should leave. We will take care of her."

Ben looked at the doting minions and threw up his hands. "FINE!" He stormed out, cursing.

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

"Glory... Glory.." Buffy whimpered as she came to slowly.

"Shhh.. Princess, it's okay." Festa whispered as she continued to gently wash her. They had to get that vileness off of the Princess.

Mirla and Festa immediately begun scrubbing Buffy and carefully cleaning her privates. The little slayer was freshly shaved and douched. She leaned back in the tub, crying softly. "What did he do to Glory? She wasn't there."

The shock of it had confused her. "Shhh... Princess, just drink your wine." Dreg lowered his head and held out the glass. "Please Princess."

She sadly took the glass. "Thank you, Dreg." Still sniffling, she sipped it slowly. "I don't understand." She continued, looking to the minions. "Glory and I were... were... um.."

"Making love?" Gronx tried to help.

The little slayer blushed but nodded. "Yes... And then... then Ben was there. I... I... don't know. I think we..." She started crying. "Glory, will be so angry with me." She turned to Mirla. "Mirla, I didn't mean to." She cried harder as Mirla hugged her.

"Oh Princess, do not cry. Please."

Murk stood wringing his hands. "What shall we do? How do fix the Princess? Ben has damaged her."

Buffy sobbed harder. Jinx frowned and grabbed Murk dragging him from the room. "Hush, you're upsetting the Princess. Now we must speak to Glorificus. Prepare the serum and find Ben."

*****
Part 17: The Effects of the Serum

Jinx went back into the bathroom. The minions were drying Buffy off. She was still crying. "I guess he raped me, because I never told him that I wanted to. Really, I... I don't remember. Glory will believe me, won't she? Where is Glory?"

"Shhh... Princess, come back to bed. We will find Glorificus."

They led Buffy to the bedroom. Mirla and Festa tucked her in while Dreg served her more wine. She sipped several glasses as the minions sat with her.

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

Jinx filled the syringe with the yellow serum while Murk led Ben into the room. Jinx quickly hid the needle.

"What is this about?! I told you, I didn't know!" Ben followed the minion; he was extremely aggravated. He had wanted Buffy, but not like this. The look of shock on her face had pained him greatly. Ben hated Glory more now than ever. *What game is she playing with the slayer anyway?!* He glared back at the minions.

"Sir, we only wish to speak with you. It seems you have upset our Princess, and Glorificus will want to know the details." Jinx stated as he moved closer to Ben.

"She'll know what happened. She was there, not me!" The young doctor let out a bitter laugh. "The first girl that I've liked in ages and that bitch is sleeping with her." He cocked his head and studied the two minions with mistrust.

"No. I'm sorry if you liked the Princess, but she is spoken for. The slayer is to be with Glorificus. We cannot let anything interfere with that.... not even you." Jinx stepped near Ben.

"What are you going on about? You can just tell the Most Unstable One.." Ben collapsed as Jinx stuck him with the needle. Murk rushed over to help catch him.

The nervous minion examined him. "We must take him to the Princess. Glorificus, will return soon."

The minions placed Ben on the bed next to Buffy who objected fiercely.

"NO! Get him away from me! Please, Jinx.." She cried and tried to get up.

"Please, Princess trust us." Murk turned to look at the others, uncertain at the wisdom of such an action. They knew the hell god had specifically forbade them from revealing her secret, yet the Princess seemed so troubled, and none of them could tolerate that. They had all agreed to this, if they incurred Glory's wrath then so be it. The minions also felt that the Princess might protect them.

Jinx was more worried about the effects of the serum. Forcing the change was always a dangerous thing. Glory would return sooner than expected and would remain longer, but she'd most likely be ill the whole time or at least severely weakened.

She might not be too cross though, the minion reasoned. She does now put the Princess's welfare above her own. Jinx glanced over at the tiny blonde who was still trying to get away from the man she viewed as her rapist.

Mirla and Festa convinced her to be still. Dreg served her some more wine, and they sat with her to wait. Buffy kept peering over at Ben with disgust. Gradually he began to change. Within moments he was Glory. The little slayer shrieked. She sat up and rubbed her eyes.

"Glory?!" Buffy bent close to the hell god, making sure it was her. Then she kissed her.

Glory groaned and slowly opened her eyes. She smiled. "Peaches... mmmm..."

The little blonde cried and clutched at her. "Why?"

"Huh?" The hell god shook her head, squinting. "Why?... What, Princess?"

"Why didn't you tell me?" Buffy wrapped her arms the hell god, holding her tightly. Glory still had hardly moved. She was in terrible pain.

*Those bumpy minions used the serum.* The hell god reached up and pressed on her temples. She had such a migraine. Buffy stooped over her, worried.

"Glory, what's wrong? Are you in pain? Why are you so pale?" Buffy panicked. "Jinx, what happened to her?!"

The minion bowed as he explained. "She will be weak for a few days. The effects should wear off, Princess."

Glory chuckled, her eyes only half open. "Now would be a good time to try and kill me, Slayer."

"How could you say that?!" Buffy shouted, pulling Glory into her lap. "Mirla bring me the phone, please."

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

Willow stretched out in her girlfriend's lap. "Mmmm... this is the life."

Tara smiled down at her, playing with Willow soft red hair. "Lazy-bones." She teased gently.

"I wonder how Buffy is doing?" The little witch no sooner finished the comment then the phone rang.

"Wonder no more." Tara got up laughing.

"Hello."

"Wil, I need you and Tara here right away. I'm sending Gronx to pick you up, and wake Dawn. You'll have to bring her. I don't want Spike over for awhile." Buffy's tone was urgent.

"Buffy, what's going on?"

"I'll explain when you get here."

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