"Willow, after you finish that, can you look these up for me on that infernal machine?" Giles asked.Everything in moderation, That's the way its always been Never gettin' out of control Never hangin' it out Always reelin it in I saved my money for a rainy day But now I've had enough of playing it safe
"Oh Wills, can you copy me your psych notes. I didn't get much written today..." Buffy added.
Willow took a deep breath and looked at the computer screen. "Sure..." she mumbled.
Spike sat and watched as they continued to add requests. The poor girl wouldn't leave until dawn if she did everything they wanted. None of them would help her. The slayer had a date as did the moron. The wolf was out of town. The watcher was completely useless most of the time.
Willow listened to the little voice that lived inside her head.
"Why do you let them do this to you? You are an attractive girl...it's a Friday night. Why aren't you out having fun...They assume that you have nothing to do. Are you that predictable? Buffy should have paid attention and taken her own notes. Giles is smart enough to have learned how to use this damn computer by now....Xander only talks to you now when he needs a favor....You let them use you. They couldn't do it if you ever said no. Why don't you ever say no? Is your need to be accepted that bad? If they only want you around to do things for them, why do you want to be with them? I know they are your friends, but they need a wake up call...."I wanna go to far I wanna go too fast Somebody draw the line so I can blow right past I wanna spend too much I wanna stay too late I'm gonna roar too loud I'm gonna be that way I wanna play too hard I wanna go too far
"Spike is the only one who never asks you for anything. The other day he volunteered to help you with that research when everyone else left it all for you.....he's been doing that a lot lately, hasn't he? It almost seems as though he fancies you...wouldn't that kill them all? You and he getting together....he watches you. He wants you...do you want him? What would dear little Buffy say if you got the man this time?"I'm the one they all depend on Sensible, predictable and strong But every now and then I feel like I've played that role too long I need to rock the boat, I need to speak my mind Just this once let it all unwind
Willow tried to ignore the voice, but it was persistent. Soon, she started to listen to what it was saying. It was right. She had become "Predictable Girl" to them all. She glanced at Spike and was amazed to find him glowering at Buffy and Giles. Was it for her? Did he actually care that they were using her? Feeling a burst of courage, she stood. The others looked at her.
"Did you need something Willow?" Giles asked.
"No. I'm sorry, but I can't do this research tonight. It will have to wait until tomorrow. I have something planned tonight."
"Good one, Wills." Buffy said, laughing.
Spike thought of a million ways that he could kill the slayer. She wasn't uncaring, she was just ignorant. He could see Willow's face turning red. Smiling, he stood.
"Well, Luv. Guess it is time to go."
Willow looked at him, her eyes wide with gratitude and shock.
"What?" Buffy demanded. "Not funny Blondie."
"Not meant to be slayer. If you must know, Willow and I have plans for the evening. Ready pet?" he held his arm out for her to take.
"Sure....I'll um...do that research in the morning Giles. Buffy, you can borrow my notes, but you'll have to copy them yourself."
Spike looked at the watcher and smiled suggestively. "She won't be here in the morning....you might see her by afternoon, IF I decide to let her leave my bed..." He winked and whisked an outraged Willow from the room.
"Well, that was a bit surprising..." Giles muttered.
Buffy just sat with a dazed look on her face. Had her Willow just left with Spike? Evil sexy as sin Spike? Had he said something about a bed??? She must have missed something.....
Fate was rolling on the floor, his laughter had gotten to him. His kids had done good....very good. He got himself under control and decided he'd better catch up with them....From the look on Willow's face, she hadn't appreciated Spike's final words.....Golly, he loved the sparks those two had. On impulse, he stuck his tongue out and went Nyeh to the Powers That Be....what did they know?
I've gotta set this spirit free That's hiding here inside I feel like a bird in a cage It's time for me to fly