MAYOR: So, this is the inner sanctum. Faith tells me this is where you folks like to hang out, concoct your little schemes. I tell you, it's just nice to see that some young people are still interested in reading in this modern era. So, what are kids reading nowadays? (picks up a book and reads) "The beast will walk upon the earth and darkness will follow. The several races of man will be as one in their terror and destruction." Aw, that's kind of sweet. Different races coming together.

BUFFY: You never get even a little tired of hearing yourself speak, do you?

MAYOR: (chuckles, to Giles) That's one spunky little girl you've raised. I'm gonna eat her.

Giles grabs a sword from the table and thrusts it through the Mayor's chest. The Mayor staggers back but regains his balance.

MAYOR: (unhurt) Whoa! Well now, that was a little thoughtless. Violent outbursts like that, in front of the children? You know, Mr. Giles, they look to you to see how to behave. BUFFY: Get out.

MAYOR: I smell fear. That's smart. Some of your deaths will be quick, if that's worth anything. Well, see you all at graduation. You don't want to miss my commencement address. It's going to be one heck of a speech.

• Buffy vs the Mayor

written by: Joss Whedon; . Full transcript at:
http://www.studiesinwords.de/55grad-1.html