First Fic- Heart of My Soul

[deixs]

Let me take a guess, the magic shop belongs to Willow, right?



Stef

[TareBearRS]

I'm liking this story, it's so much different from any of the stories i've read so far.



Buffy, Xander and Anya died, Giles left.



Willow just leaving town like that and leaving Tara.



I can't wait for them to meet!!!



I'm also glad Faith is in this story, wonder what angle she'll give it.



R.

[Leila DeRange]

=4evaWill= Yup, Amanda is evil not letting little Adi have her chocolate goodness. When I was little my baby-sitter did the same thing to me!! It was torture!! Oh I'll give you a heads up W/T should be meeting in Part 3. Every part has five chapters too if you're wondering. Birth days are curse I tell you!! Last birthday I celebrated I went home with cake in my shirt.



=Grimlock72= Adina wasn't abusing magics really! She was just a pissed of three year old that still needs to learn about respecting nature which Tara will teach um...later. The whole Tina running off will be explained!! The whole boyfriend thing was this little cover up which you'll find out why soon. Tina and Willow are roomates raising Adina together but that's because they both have a strong bond with Adina.



=Wytchi Grrl= Hello and thank you for reading this!! You like the way I write?? Wow thank you (again)!! I never knew I had a writing style cause I don't write much. It's shocking that I'm writing this in the first place!! I guess reading all those great fanfics have inspired me to write something. Heck I'm even writing another but I won't post it until I'm done with this cause it will also give me time to start it. Wow another Anya fan!! I really should of switched Anya with Dawn but what's done is done.



=Ralst31= You're probably not the only person waiting for the W/T reunion but I advise you not to hold your breath cause you might turn blue. You can't wait for Willow and Tara to meet right? I'll try to hurry things up then just for you.



=deixs= You can put it that way I guess. You'll get the whole shop owning and the weird name thing in part 2. I still don't know why I'm putting it in parts for. *shrugs*



=TareBearRS= Different in a good or bad way?? Just curious to know. You like Faith in this story too? Cool!! She and Spike are gonna create some sort of trouble later though. Cause that girl can not go somewhere without wreaking havoc that's for sure.



Okay now for the update that has been delayed because of some stupid flu. I've been told that I was evil when she read this but hey!! Evil can be good. s





Chapter 5

Katie, Amanda and Cassie had left after a moment of uncomfortable silence. Adina had gone to bed after a few minutes of pleading knowing she couldn't stay up tonight because Willow had her "Resolve Face" on. Willow looked at Tina's bedroom door unsure because Tina hadn't left her room for a while. WIllow knocked but didn't hear an answer so she opened the door.



Willow smiled at Tina's wall. It was painted with a green meadow and blue clouds with the sun barely peaking out. The scene was calm and peaceful but the only thing that didn't fit was that the sky was raining. Willow turned to the window and saw Tina staring silently outside.



"Hey, are you alright?" Willow asked softly.



"Yeah, I am. I'm just remembering somethings I don't want to." Even though Tina's face was turned the other way but Willow knew Tina was lost in thought. "I planned so much for me and Jacob."



Willow frowned, she only heard Tina mention Jacob once but that was only because she had a bit much to drink one night.



~Flash Back~



The club was crowded as Amanda, Katie, Cassie, Willow and Tina satdown at the last empty table. Adina who was 2 1/2 years old then was being baby-sat by Cassie's younger brother Kevin. The five had ordered drinks and was talking about Amanda's success.



"I can't believe you're gonna go to Washington to work with animals." Cassie said shaking her head.



"Don't be suprised! This was Amanda's dream since we were in middle school, remember?" Katie reminded as a waitress walked to their table with their drinks.



The waitress set their drinks down then got a good glimps at Tina. Tina looked at the waitress and frowned. Tina got up and looked at the other four who looked back at her confused looks on their faces.



"Um, I have to go do something for a moment okay?" Tina informed and dragged the waitress in the back.



Tina had returned back with a blank look on her face and the waitress never returned to their table. Many drinks later Cassie, Katie and Amanda were on the dance floor with three other guys. Willow only had a glass of beer but Tina had lots and was a little drunk.



"Tina, I don't think you should be drinking anymore." Willow said as Tina finished of another bottle.



"I can't. I need to forget I saw Mia again." Tina slurred.



"The waitress?" Willow asked unsure.



"Yup, that's her. She says she's sorry but I don't believe her. She keeps explaining that she couldn't stop." Tina giggled.



"Tina what are you talking about?" Tina looked at Willow when she asked that.



"Oh you don't know any of this, not even they do." Tina exclaimed pointing at Cassie, Katie and Amanda.



"Know what?" Willow asked not sure if she should change the subject.



"Things that happened when I was sixteen. Mia was there. " Tina replied. "She was a close friend of Dean too. I thought she was my friend too but it was just an act to get to Jacob."



"Who's Dean and Jacob?" Willow asked curiosity getting the best of her.



"Jacob was my baby boy that was taken away from me and Dean was the only guy that I liked in a sexual way. I'm gay but I haven't told everyone yet so shhh." Tina giggled before passing out.



~End of Flash Back~



Willow looked up when she felt Tina stare at her. Tina's hand was wrapped around a silver locket that she always wore.



"I'm going up on the roof." Tina declared getting up.



"I'm going with you." Willow said following her.



"You don't have to you know. I can take care of myself." Tina mutter

silently.



"I know but I really want too. I need some fresh air." Willow said shrugging.



"Right, so your not worried about me doing something stupid then?" Tina asked raising an eyebrow.



"That too actually." Tina chuckled softly at Willow's response before walking out of her room and on to the roof.



Tina sat down and watched the sky as Willow laid down watching her friend carefully. Willow finally realized that over the years they had built a stronge trust, but Tina was still a stranger to her. Her childhood was never spoken of, her likes or dislikes never show, and what she wants the most was never told. Willow knew Tina had like this multiple personality

except she had every control of what she was doing. Tina would always joke and play around with close friends, she would shy away to harmless strangers, act cold hearted when facing enemies and become a bad girl when with other familar demons that she let live.



"What happened when you were sixteen?" Willow asked slowly.



"That's one of the reasons why I don't go out much. I usually get drunk and things tend to slip." Tina said to herself shaking her head.



"Tina, please tell me. You know I trust you with my life but you feel like a stranger to me." Willow explained moving to sit next to Tina.



"Fine, but when I'm done you need to do me a favor." Tina said still watching the sky.



"Sure." Willow agreed and got comfy knowing this might take long.



"It all started one summer. Katie was going out of town for

vacation, Cassie was playing field hockey with Becky and a few others to get ready for school that year, and Amanda was working at the pet shop. Everybody had something to do but me. Everybody always mention that I have a talent of drawings so that's what I got back to doing. I would sketch

peaceful settings or design weird cartoon characters.



One day I was sitting in the park sketching some trees when this dark haired fellow sat next to me. We had a conversation for the rest of the day. The next day I bumped into him and I can feel my heart flutter as my head felt like it was going to explode. I should of known then but I really

didn't have much information about magick. I found out later that he had cast a love spell on me. Marissa was an elder lady I knew since I was born. She helped me deal with my magick since it was growing rapidly when I was growing up. She passed away when I was seventeen, no one knows what happened but I knew she was killed by a vampire.



Anyways, she told me that I had white magick flowing through my viens that was completely pure. The first time I had anything to do with black magick, it would make me sick. The love spell was strong. It made me follow him like a sick puppy. I met a few of his friends including Mia. Dean was

really sweet but he played me." Tina stopped and took a deep breath.



"Willow didn't you ever wonder how I helped you so much with your magick addiction?"



Willow frowned, "No, I just assumed that this happened before." Tina laughed bitterly.



"Yeah, it did happen before, it happened to me. This is the reason why I hated Mia so much. When I was pregnant after I slept with Dean, Mia would slip into my room and feed me black magick. I would get really sick after a month but I adjusted. Then my cravings started. I would do magick left and right trying to get this feeling and get lost in it. It continued on.



That year I had dropped out of high school and I haven't spoken a word to Katie, Amanda, or Cassie. Many months passed and well Jacob was born. I had to sleep when the nurse took the baby to clean him and to see how tall he is and how much he weighs. When I woke up the love spell was

broken and well I got to my senses but it was to late. Mia had broken into the hospital while I was sleeping and knocked out the nurse and took the baby.



Mia wasn't just Dean's friend. She was his main customer. Can you believe it? I had been screwed over by a magick dealer. I guess you and me Willow, are a lot alike except you went to him willingly because of the pain of losing your love. I was forced because of a stupid magick spell." Tina sighed as tears fell down to her check, "I didn't even get to see my own son once."



Willow looked at Tina sadly. She didn't know how it felt to lose your own child who you have never seen before.



"When I returned back to school, Amanda, Katie and Cassie kept bugging so I told them I had a sick grandmother. They believed it and left the subject alone." Willow looked at Tina.



"Oh." was all she said because Tina didn't seem like the lying type.



"I love Adina so much. I hate lying to her everyday. I guess by now you know what my favor is." Tina said wipping away her tears.



"No, you can't ask me that. Anything but that!" Willow yelled getting up.



"I know you love Adina with all your heart. I can see it everytime you look at her. I can also tell it hurts but you're so damn stubborn to admit it." Tina exclaimed staring at Willow. "You need to tell her."



"Why? Why this and why now?" Willow asked softly.



"You said Adina's dad is coming here. I'm pretty sure you don't want Adina to find out from him that she is...........Willow please? I have this feeling that things are gonna get pretty bad really soon." Willow looked at Tina knowing she was right.



"How do you think she'll take it??" Willow asked still unsure.



Tina looked at Willow closely before answering, "She's your daughter, what do you think?"



=LeiLa=

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[Wytchi Grrl]

OMG!



Wow what an update! and Cliffhanger or what! Yey so good cant wait for the next bit

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Willow "Thats fine I don't need snuggles" Tara "Vixen".

[willntlover]

I kinda had a feeling that Adina was Willow's daughter. And I think Tara is going to notice to when she see's the girls eyes.



Although I do have a question. Why is Tina being the "Mum" to Adina? BTW I *so* did not see the bit about Tina being under a spell coming. good fic!!!



-Will

"Hear that baby? You're my always."

[deixs]

What?????!!!

How can Adina be Willow's daughter??? Tara won't like that, I am pretty sure.



Stef

[Grimlock72]

Queeeestion; why did Tina go to talk with Mia alone in that nightclub ? It's not like they're friends now is it ? Heck, why didn't Tina punch Mia right in her lying/stealing face ? Stealing your baby...



So, despite several references pointing to Tina..Adina is Willow's daughter. Hmm... I can think of only one warlock fitting that profile. Not liking that much I must say. Time is a problem though, 3year+9month... they left Sunnydale 5 years and a couple of months ago. Hmm...doesn't fit.... how did Willow get pregnant anyway, she planned it at all ?



Willow as a mom...kinda makes me proud



Now when is Tara going shopping for magic supplies ? Heh...



Grimmy

"You hurt Tara," Willow said too calmly. "The last one who tried that was a god. I made her regret it." -- Unexpected Consequences by Lisa of Nine

[SilverWingedNemesis]

See Leila. I told ya..you've done it again!



I think you may be earning my "Cliff Hanger Queen" award!



*grins*



You are doing wonderful on this fic! You have everyone on the edge of their seats wanting to know what's going to happen, as well as what has happened. Cause...Willow has a child...humm...how'd THAT happen.. And...when does she run into Tara? Hmmmm?



Can't wait for more! Keep up the great work, chick!



~NICKOLE~

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"And I'm eating this banana. Lunchtime be DAMNED"-Willow, Dopplegangland

[WillowTarafan98]

Willow's daughter? Ok I wasn't expecting that, but surprise are good right? Let this in the end be a good surprise!!! PLEASE anyways just wanted to say I really do enjoy this fic I check it daily to see if it's been updated love it!!



~Stephie~

If you woke up breathing, congratulations, you have another chance!

[Cindy Lou Who]

Okay, two things:



1) I feel sheepish, and a bit thick as a brick, not to have picked up on Adina being Willow's bebe.



2) I also check often for an update, simply because I lurve this fic!



Okey, maybe 3 things:



3) I stand on the precipice of the cliff you've created, toes precariously over the edge, arms flailing wildly...please pull me back before...I...go...



~~~Suse, a.k.a. Cindy Lou Who

[Leila DeRange]

Here goes another update!! I'll try to do replies later cause I'm in a rush. Hope you like this!!



Part Two= Reunion (The non-W/T variety)

Chapter 1

July 16, 2006



Faith had gotten up early to get out of the house and walk around a familar town. The last time Faith was here was when she was fifteen but she didn't want to think about it. This was the same place Faith lost her watcher to Kakisto and she didn't want to relive that with her friends. She

wondered if her old friend was still here. Not likely, she thought as she continued to walk. Faith walked down a steep hill passing many houses until she reached a park. Faith went to the lake and sat by the edge dangling her feet at the water remembering the old days.



She can still hear the sounds of giggling as herself and her friend jumped into the lake creating a big splash. Faith turned to where a steep dirt hill was and remembered how she would race against her only friend with a bike she borrowed. 'I would always cheat but she would still beat me,'

Faith thought smiling.



"Lovely place don't you think Slayer?" Spike said sitting down next to her.



"Yeah, it is. So what did you do all night?" Faith asked looking down at the lake.



"Went to a demon bar. It seems that the hellmouth is under control right now." Spike replied shrugging.



"It might be but I want the hellmouth closed. Better safe than sorry." Faith exclaimed getting up.



Spike followed, "We better get back before lil bit and the witch worries."



Faith looked at Spike. They still didn't get along but they had more to think about instead of their petty rivalry. She nodded her head and started to walk back to the house they were staying at.



*****



Willow stared blankly at the wall not knowing what to do. She could hear pots and pans banging together as Tina made eggs and bacon. Willow felt that Tina was hiding something last night but she wouldn't ask what because she already had alot to take in already. Willow got off the bed and went to her drawer taking out a long jean skirt and a white blouse to change into. When she was finished she went downstairs and smiled at Adina who was munching on some toast.



Adina leaped out of her seat and ran to Willow with her arms open,"Up!" Adina called out smiling.



"No, Adina you just ate." Tina said without turning around.



"Awww...." Adina said pouting.



"Don't worry about it Adi we have the whole day to play around in the park, remember?" Willow reminded softly and smiled when Adina grinned and nodded her head in excitement.



"How come Mum won't come too?" Adina asked slightly tilting her head in wonder.



"Sorry, sweetie but somethings come up that I have to deal with. Maybe next week okay?" Tina asked turning around.



"Okie dokie." Adina replied going back to her toast.



*****



Faith had returned back to the house and saw Tara making pancakes.Spike went down in the basement knowing that Dawn was there training again.



"So where did you go this morning?" Tara asked.



"To Jordan Park." Faith answered going to the fridge for some water.



"So how did you end up in this town before??" Tara asked knowingly.



"I can never hide anything from you can I?" Tara turned around only to give her a funny look, "Alright, I've been here before because I used to live here. When I was eight my mother died because the drugs she was taking

were finally taking effect on her. I was sent to an orphanage but only stayed there for less than a month before my Watcher got me. She was already in America before I was born and was living here. She took me with her to

her home and well, this town was my home for seven years. Most of my best memories were in this town."



Tara watched Faith as she blankly stared at the wall in deep thought. These past years Tara got to know the real Faith, not the bad ass slayer that everyone had described.



"So anybody you know still here?" Faith looked up as her train of thought was interupted.



"I don't know. I'll find out later though." Faith answered and got up and left.



Tara looked at the empty kitchen then at the stack of pancakes,"Great, why do they always leave?" Tara asked herself as she threw the funny shaped pancakes away.



*****



Willow and Adina walked down the sidewalk hand in hand to the park. Tina had left when everyone was finished with breakfast muttering something about visiting her brother. The park came to view and Adi let go of her hold of Willow and ran torwards the monkey bars right away. Adina tucked in her

shirt before getting on and swinging till she had her legs secure on one of the bars before letting go. Adina giggled as she watched Willow walk torwards her appearing upside down.



"Don't stay that way for to long okay or the blood will rush to your head." Willow warned as she neared closer.



"Is there something wrong?" Adina questioned tilting her head sideways for a differant view.



"Why do you ask that?" Adina crossed her arm in thought which made her look silly.



"You were really quiet this morning." Adina replied shrugging upside down.



"I'm sorry I was just thinking on how to tell someone something very important." Willow answered frowning.



"Just tell them right away and get straight to the point cause if you wait and the person finds out they won't be happy, no siree." Adina said getting down.



"Who told you that?" Willow asked as Adina walked in front of her.



"Kevy!! He's nice but I think he likes mum in a more then friends way." Adina informed frowning.



"Oh, um Adi?" Adina looked up at Willow with a questioning look, "I have something to tell you and I don't want you to be mad at me."



"I won't get mad at you I swear but can you tell me on the swings?" Willow smiled and nodded her head.



Adina smiled brightly and ran to the swings sitting in the seat excitingly. Willow followed shaking her head at Adi's excitement. She stood behind Adi and began to swing her lightly.



"What was it that you wanted to tell me?" Adi asked as she swung back and forth.



"Um, Adi I'm your mom." Willow said right away.



"I know that silly I wanted to call you mommy but I was afraid you would get mad if I did." Adina replied without missing a beat.



"What do you mean you knew?" Willow asked stopping.



"Well you and Mum were always there for me taking care of me with everything isn't that what a mom is?" Adina asked worried.



"Yes, it is honey." Willow answered crying in happiness.



"I'm sorry I didn't mean to make you cry mommy!" Adina said as she used her small hands to wipe away Willow's tears.



"Don't be sorry sweetie these are happy tears." Willow informed smiling.



"I thought you should feel good when you make someone happy but I feel really bad for making you cry." Adina said pouting.



Willow only laughed at how innocent Adina was. She ruffled Adina's hair and smiled brightly.



"Can you tell me how you and Mum meet?" Adina asked as she stopped swinging.



"Are you sure you want to hear this?" Willow questioned but Adi just nodded her head in reply, "Well it goes like this, A long time ago I was really careless with magic and I got my friend hurt."



"Is that why you don't like me doing magic to much?" Adina asked.



"Yeah, it wasn't because I didn't trust you it's just that I want to teach you to respect magic. You see I didn't have anyone to teach me how to respect magic when I first started to learn about it. That's why I abused it. Well anyways after I hurt my friend, I couldn't deal with everyone else. I left to sort out my thoughts but I found out that you were inside my stomach. I loved you from the very beginning but I couldn't go back. So I just went to an airport and went anywhere. I picked this place without knowing it but I was poor. I didn't pack anything so I was hungry and was worried about you, plus I was really sick. Almost everyone in town didn't go anywhere near me cause I looked like a homeless druggie. Then I was lucky to bump into Tina. She was very sweet and caring. She gave me some clothes, food to eat and a place to stay. I was really lucky that Tina knew about

magic. You see I was sick cause of black magic."



"Oh that's bad!! Mum told me that!" Adina added.



"Yeah, it is. She could tell my sickness was hurting you so she asked me to do a spell. It was white magic and it was to help you. She took you out of me and took you in herself."



"Why couldn't I stay in you?" Adina asked curious.



"Cause then you would have been different." Willow replied.



"Oh, how?" Willow smiled at Adi's question.



"I don't know but I like you just the way you are already." Willow answered.



"I like the way I am too!" Adina exclaimed excitingly.

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[xita]

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Buffy?

Let's change it, the Discovery channel has koala bears.

[willntlover]

Great update!



Hee hee!! After reading the bit where Tara threw the panckes away, I imagined her flinging them at Dawn and the others I'm weird I know.



Awww Adi knew. She seems smart, and versed with magick. I'm glad that Willow told Adina the truth.



-Will

"Hear that baby? You're my always."

[Grimlock72]

Hard to imagine Adina is only three years old. She must watch an awfull lot of TV Her last line was cute too, heh... can just imagine her saying that while jumping up and down.



The timing of visiting the park... at first I thought they would bump into Faith there but I'm not so sure that would be a good thing. Willow and Faith never got along well, can't say I blame Willow for that.



Still waiting for Tara to walk around town a bit, she has been in that appartment all day now ? Felt a bit sad for her when she had to throw away her funny pancakes, ungratefull scoobies should have eaten them instead of running of



Grimmy

"You hurt Tara," Willow said too calmly. "The last one who tried that was a god. I made her regret it." -- Unexpected Consequences by Lisa of Nine

[deixs]

What a smart kid Adina is. Defenitely Willow's

So, at least we all know how Willow got pregnant and why Adina thinks Tina is her mum.



Stef

[Grimlock72]

deixs wrote:

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So, at least we all know how Willow got pregnant

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Errr.... we do ? We know when she got pregnant, sure... but not how (or more importantly by who). I can take a guess (after all how many warlocks do we know around Sunnydale?), but Willow didn't say it. Unless I missed something ???



Feel free to tell me



Grimmy

"You hurt Tara," Willow said too calmly. "The last one who tried that was a god. I made her regret it." -- Unexpected Consequences by Lisa of Nine

[littlecrazy80]

Adina is really smart. She must be Willow´s (and Tara´s) daughter.



*lil´c*



Unter den Blinden ist der Einäugige König.

[Leila DeRange]

=willntlover= You imagined Tara flinging them at the others?? Actually I can imagine that too except Tara is too nice to do that. I swear sometimes she can be too nice for her own good! Adi is Willow's kid so of course she is smart!! It was good that Willow told the truth or it was going to come back at her and bit her in the ass. We can't have her ass turning red could we??



=Grimlock72= Adi is almost four actually. Her birthday is on the 21st of June. 4years + 9 months is how long Willow left so it should add up. Willow left Sunnydale in November right? Faith and Willow weren't surpose to bump into each other untill chapter 5 I'm guessing cause I didn't do an outline. Faith and Willow have alot in common, well not in this story cause Willow didn't kill someone, but in the show they have alot in common. Tara is going to walk around the town when it gets darker and you're right Tara has been stuck in the house all day. I felt sad for her too about the pancakes thing. Heck if I had the chance I would of eaten them even if they were burnt (which they weren't)



=deixs= Yup Adina is Willow's little girl. Plus the fact is I don't remember what a girl her age would act does help a bit.



=Grimlock72= I'm being all cyptic about Adi's birth aren't I? This update gives you a hint that's for sure and how is easy. I mean how do regular girl's get pregnant? If you figure that out then you figured how Adi was made. I wish I could tell you more but I can't ruin a surprise and that's a no no.



=littlecray80= Sorry to burst your bubbles but Willow made Adina the old fashion way so Adi's dad is a guy. (Not a thought I want to dwell on by the way.)



Well now the update!! Sorry for the lateness but writer's block just kicked in overdrive. It kinda explains the whole reason why Willow got a small part in this chapter and why Tara got none except being mentioned.



Chapter 2



Tina walked through the more dangerous part of town with complete confidence. She greeted some people who she hadn't seen in a long time as she passed them. She continued to walk until she stopped at a large, three floor house.



"Home sweet home." Tina muttered as she knocked on the door. "



What do you want?" a asian man asked without looking at

Tina as the door swung open.



Tina studied the asian man in his early thirties. His hair was a mixture of brunette, red and blonde. Even at his age, he still carried his boyish looks and had a lean body. Tina could hear the sounds of footsteps as another asian male, the same age as the one at the door, showed up.



"Holy shit Tina, is that you?!" the other asian male asked in surprised.



The one at the door looked up with wide brown eyes and his face burst into joy, "Tina!" he yelled as he grabbed her in his arms and swung her about.



Everybody else heard Tina's name and rushed to the front door hoping that it was who they thought it was. Several of them looked at each other before joining the hug.



"Okay everyone back off before you crush her to death!" a female voice yelled and everyone backed away.



Tina looked at the dark haired girl with her hand on her hips and smiled, "Am I glad to see you, but then again I always am." Tina exclaimed and tried to move to her but found out that she couldn't.



Tina looked down and saw that a eight year old glued to her leg, "Oh jeez is that you, Huy?" Tina asked and the boy looked up with delight in his eyes.



"He's been asking about you everyday hoping you would come visit." The male at the door earlier informed.



"Yeah, but I guess Huy didn't know you abandoned us." A teenage asian girl said angrily from the hall before stomping away.



"Lisa, wait!" Tina called out and tried to reach her but Huy was still stuck to her leg.



"I'll go get her." The asian girl who stopped everyone from crushing her to death said.



"Thanks Thao." Tina said gratefully as she looked at the boy who was attached to her leg.



The male at the door got Huy to finally let go, "Thanks Dien." Tina exclaimed smiling.



"It's no problem but we have to talk. I need to know everything that happened to my little sister these past few years." Dien replied smiling with her.



*****



The time passed slowly and Faith was getting bored. Dawn and Spike were out somewhere in seperate ways while Tara was napping in her room, exhausted cause she didn't get much sleep last night. Faith wrote a note and left it on the fridge before walking out the door. She knew where she wanted to go and that was to Dan's place.



"I wonder if Danny still remembers me?" Faith asked outloud as she continued to walk.



Faith walked a few minutes passing some familar and unfamilar houses until she stopped in front of a house/shop. Faith got up to the door and opened it since it was almost always unlocked. She could hear a small bell ring signalling her entry but the sandy haired man in early fourties was busy.



"I'm sorry but the shop is closed something came up recently." The man excused without looking up.



Faith went to her pocket and tossed a plastic card on the desk, "I just need to pick up my bike."



The man grunted and picked up the driver's license card and studied it, "Faith Wilkins eh?? Doesn't suit you Brooke." The man said looking up smiling with his mouth open flashing his straight white teeth.



"Jeez Danny you could at least act surprise to see me and would you stop calling me Brooke?" Faith complained rolling her eyes.



"It's no fun if I do that." Daniel Cross teased as he got out of his chair and went to a drawer.



"You have good timing too cause I just got a call about a race just outside of town." Dan informed as he tossed a set of keys to Faith.



"Who's hosting?" Faith asked as she walked passed his desk and near the garage door.



"Tyson Berk and winner gets twenty grand! From what I've been told, there is like a dozen who informed him earlier that they are arriving, plus there is always a few surprise guests so it's not gonna be so easy winning." Dan exclaimed as he walked to the garage door and opened it.



Faith smiled brightly at the shiny black motorcycle with fire designs that laid there in perfect condition. She neared closer and traced the word Faith painted on the side in a silver metallic color.



"I had a feeling you were gonna come back sooner or later cause you wouldn't want to leave this baby in my hands for too long." Dan said smirking.



"Are you gonna watch the race?" Faith asked curiously.



"Hell yeah!! Tyson said that an awesome rider was gonna be racing and I want to check if it's true or if Tyson is just blabbering again." Faith shook her head but still smiled.



"Think you can give me a lift?" Faith asked giving Dan her usual cocky grin.



"Of course." Dan answered.



*****



Willow walked into her home with a sleeping Adina in her arms. The little three year old had exhausted herself after running around for a few hours, but after eating a double fudge ice cream Adina got sleepy and took a nap. Willow softly laid Adina in her bed before returning to her own room. Willow picked up a picture on her desk and smiled. It was a picture of the magic shop "TACKWA'S" with everyone standing under a letter except the 'S' letter. She shook her head in disbelief at Katie's shop name but was deeply touched.



"Tina, Amanda, Cassie, Katie, Willow and Adina. I never knew our name would make such a strange word." Willow mumbled.



Willow laid in bed frowning as she remember what Adina said before. She truely hoped that her nightmare wasn't going to come into this town but if he did, she prayed that Tina would keep Adina safe. Willow continued to think as she unconsciously traced a letter 'R' that seemed to be burned onto her palm.



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Hey sugar!!



Yeah, I know i've already had the privilage to read this, but I had to read again!



You're doing a great job on this fic.



keep up the great work!!



~NICK~

[Grimlock72]

My my... expanding charachter alert here Why would Tina abandon her familly/kids when they live so close by ? If anything the kids won't like her for it, that much was obvious.



Yes, I can see Faith on a motorcycle... easily Now who is going to be the great other rider I wonder ?? Adi was cute being all exhausted after running around the house, hope she sleep well without those pesky nightmares. 'R' is a bad letter, move up two in the alphabet already...MUCH better letter there.



As for your reply:

Quote:

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how is easy. I mean how do regular girl's get pregnant

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Willow isn't "regular" of course (heh), still I was mainly wondering what happened since I doubt Willow would want to do anything with him remotely related to intercourse. Thinking that a bit through makes me sad



At least Willow seems to be happy now, I can think of something to make her happier though .



Grimmy

"You hurt Tara," Willow said too calmly. "The last one who tried that was a god. I made her regret it." -- Unexpected Consequences by Lisa of Nine

[4evaWill]

Adina is Willow's !!



TACKWA's, oh hehe, what a funny name alright!!



Great update!!

Cath

Tara: No, I-I understand. You have to be with the person you l-love.

Willow: I am.

[willntlover]

I really like the parallels between Tina and Willow. How they reacted to their own probs with magick, etc.



I guess that means Tina is the protector of their town (Like Tara mentioned to Spike).



Tracing the letter 'r' is a no-no. Unless ofcourse it was proceeded ba a 't' and 'a' and followed by another 'a'



-Will

"I think finding her soulmate would have made Tara a more confident and secure person" -Amber Benson

[Leila DeRange]

So, so, sorry that I haven't update in a while but the fact is the place where I had to spend christmas vacation doesn't have any internet. Oh well hope you enjoy this!!



Chapter 3



Dien, Tommy, Mylan, Thao and Tina all sat at a large table talking.



"Your mom kicked you out?" Tina asked in disbelief to Thao.



"Not a surprise cause she always favored my little sister." Thao replied then shrugged.



"How is the little suck up?" Tina asked.



"Pretty much still a suck up." Thao answered and everyone laughed.



"Don't want to ruin all the fun, but we are kinda late." Diana, Dien's wife also Tina's sister-in-law informed as she entered the room.



She seemed to stick out because she was one of the very few Americans who live in the house. Everybody but Dien and Tina left the room, letting them discuss some private things.



"So, you dating anyone?" Dien asked.



"Tyler Gregory, you should know him." Tina replied.



"Yeah, he's the guy that sleeps with every girl he can." Dien informed shaking his head, "I thought you were switching teams." Dien added for he and a few others only knew about Tina's life style.



"Tyler is just for appearences and I don't think I'm gonna come out of the closet for a while." Tina answered frowning.



Damn you mother, Dien thought as he clenched his fist in anger.



"So how's the little girl?" Dien asked unsure.



Tina looked up surprised, "Her name is Adina and she's doing great. She is really smart for a girl her age."



Then it fell into an uncomfortable silence. Adina was kinda the main reason why everybody else hadn't seen Tina in four years. Tina remember exactly what happened like it was just yesterday.



~Flash Back~



Tina sat on the floor with a hyperactive four year old Huy watching some cartoons. Then out of no where Tina rushed to the bathroom sick to her stomach. Huy had rushed to his father in fear that something bad had happened. Dien rushed to the bathroom when Tina stopped barfing.



"You okay Tina?" Dien asked softly.



"Yeah, it's just suck how sometimes morning sickness doesn't always happen in the morning." Tina replied then her eyes widened when she realized what she said.



"Oh my god your pregnant again!?" Dien asked in disbelief because Tina never told him that she was carring Adina.



"Honey, what's wrong?" Diana asked hearing Dien's outburst.



"Tina get out of that bathroom now!" Dien yelled ignoring Diana.



Tina opened the door and came out as Dien glared at her, "How the hell did you get pregnant?" Dien asked his tone harsh.



"It's none of your business." Tina replied.



"You are getting an abortation right now." Dien commanded and Diana gasped in horror.



"What?!" Tina yelled.



"You are not going through this again you hear me? You couldn't even be responsible with the last baby you had." Dien said and Tina glared.



"Don't you dare tell me about responsiblities you asshole, cause you always had a problem with your own." Tina spat back in anger as she ran out of the house slamming the door.



"Tina wait!" Dien called out and ran after her.



~End of Flash Back~



Tina avoided him and everyone else since then. The words Dien said still hurt her though.



"I'm sorry about what I said before. It's just that I still didn't forget about the last time you were pregnant and I kinda lost it I guess." Dien apoligized reliving the memory himself.



"It's okay." Tina said knowing she couldn't hold it against him for he never knew about Willow.



"Come on, we can't be late!" Tommy, their cousin, yelled from another room.



Both Dien and Tina got up and went to the other room where almost everyone was ready to leave. Only Vincent, Huy, and Lisa were staying home, which was a good idea because Lisa still had something against Tina for abandoning them before. Everybody who was leaving was in a car and was ready to go.



"We are about to see how rusty your skills have gotten." Mylan, Tina's friend since both of their parents use to know each other, informed with a smile.



"Probably not that much cause, remember, Tina is a natural." Tommy reminded from the front passenger seat.



"Yeah, let's not rub it in." Dien said from the driver's seat smirking.



*****



Spike did not like this guy already and had to resist snapping his neck. He didn't have to worry about the chip cause it was long ago destroyed. It was a long story and the only thing you had to know was that it had something to do with a storm and a painful lightening shock.



"Well, are you in?" Van Truong asked impatient.



"Hold up, mate. You want me to round up a couple of demon wankers to fight for entertainment?" Spike asked raising an eyebrow.



"Exactly!" Spike gave him a funny look, "Okay look at this; a club where people can witness a brutal fight for entertainment. Blood, violence, and the whole damn nine yards. They'll pay for that, trust me."



"Oh bloody hell! Alright but I get fifty-fifty profit got that?" Van nodded his head in acceptence. "Good now I'll leave to do job then."



"That was interesting, a vampire working. What has come to this world over the years?" Mr. Truong asked himself as he shook his head and left.



*****



Faith sat in the passenger seat of the truck watching as the scenes passed her by. Faith finally came back to reality when Dan stopped his truck in a parking lot filled with other trucks.



"Races don't start for a couple of hours so you should warm up to you know get back into the game cause it's been a while." Dan suggested.



"Thanks Dan I'll do that. Oh do they still do the whole after-race thing?" Faith asked unsure.



"Yeah, they do." Dan smiled as he got out of his truck.



Both Faith and Dan unloaded her bike.



*****



A Greyhound bus stopped to a street corner and two figures walked off. The female figure stepped into the light as she turned to the male figure.



"She's here Rack." Amy Madison informed with excitement in her eyes.



"Yes, she is. Find a place to stay while I do some business." Rack commanded as he started to leave.



"Where?" Amy asked curious.



"To the local magic dealer. He is going to assist me to dealing with a certain witch staying with Strawberry." Rack informed with a predatory grin.



Chapter 4



Willow woke up in pain and had to bit her lower lip to muffle her scream. She didn't want to wake up Adina. She looked at her palm and felt the 'R' on her palm grow hotter as her skin burned. Willow ran into the bathroom turning on the cold water on full force. Willow sighed as the cold water splashed against her skin as the heat faded away.



"Oh crap." Willow mumbled as she stood there with her hand in the sink full of cold water.



*****



Hours passed by quickly and the time for the race was on. It was getting late but the sun still lighted the track. But even if it didn't, there were lamp posts everywhere to shine the way. Faith sat on her motorcycle with her plain black helmet on as she watched the other riders get into position. Over the hours Faith meet up with some new riders, old

buddies and jerks that were still pissed off that Faith beat them in previous races.



Faith continued to watch as everyone started their engines. She studied every rider carefully making note on everyone. She knew she had to be alert on the three riders in front of her. The dark blue and red bike held male riders that seemed to know what they were doing. The one on the

metallic silver bike held a female rider which made Faith's heart soar. Not many women go to bike races these days.



"Ladies and Gentlemen welcome to Berk's Racing 2006. The race will start in one minute. But for newbies here today you should be told that in this race anything goes. Fans who are not in the race may now place bets when Ranger passes by. Hope you have fun and stay after the race for the party to celebrate the winner!" the guy at the loud speaker informed.



Faith continued to study the girl on the silver bike. She saw that the woman had worn short jeans with a white belly button shirt. Smart idea, cause the summer temperature made Faith sweat in her clothing. Faith saw a glimpse of a tattoo on the girl's stomach that circled her belly button, but

she couldn't tell what it was cause the girl was turned around. The minute passed and the race was starting. The riders on the track got ready for the race to start. Faith was ready to burn rubber along with everyone else.



The gun shot was heard and everyone flew on the track. Faith passed a few riders as she gained speed. She quickly slowed down and did the first turn before she she went back to her original speed. In the background she could hear music blaring on the loud speaker.



Slip and Tumble

Rip and Rumble



Faith turned slightly dodging the bright green motorcycle that was spinning out of control when he tried to force the girl on the silver bike off the track. Another bike was trying to force the dark red bike off the track but the guy on the dark blue bike kicked the motorcycle from the side creating a dent.



I'll fly away

Soaring high into the sky



Faith continued to gain more speed as she noticed a large jump ahead. When Faith flew up she could feel the wind dance on her skin but cursed under her breath when she landed feeling the bottom part of the bike getting scratched as she landed.



Waiting for the day

Feeling the warmth I can't deny



Faith watched as a unlucky guy crashed to the side. After many turns and jumps there were only six more racers left in the game including herself. Faith could see that the three racers she studied before were working together. The other rider on a bright neon green bike manage to side kick the guy on the dark blue bike. Both the rider on the bright neon green

bike and the girl on the metallic silver bike both jumped at the same time. The girl moved both her legs to the left and was walking side ways doing a Buzz Cut and knocking the rider at the same time.



Hear what you say

Even though I'm speeding by



The girl landed perfectly with Faith and the other rider on a yellow bike since the guy on the dark red bike pulled over to check out his friend. The other rider took a small bat on his bike and swung at Faith but she ducked and kicked the bike making a huge hole on the side. Faith could hear the man curse because of the slayer hearing and watched as the man turned to the other girl. He swung at her but the girl grabbed the bat with on hand and pulled him off the bike.



You are never gonna succeed in stopping me anyways.



Faith and the other girl raced neck and neck seeing a few turns and one last jump before reaching the finish line. For some reason the girl kept riding with one hand as she clenched her other hand into a tight fist. Faith took a quick look behind her and saw a very small drips of blood that

the other girl left.



Blood is pumping

Riders jumping

Thrash and bumping

Fans are stomping



Faith saw the girl move left to right on the track and smiled. She knew this trick well. The girl turned over trying to make Faith drive off the track but Faith kicked the bike away. The other girl moved her right foot over the the left side and kicked Faith in the back. Faith cursed as her grip on the handle became loose making her lose speed.



Count to three

Tracks to see

Wild and free



Faith didn't like this one bit. This girl knew what she was doing and was good at it too. The girl let go of the bike for a few seconds to give a few punches and a heavy side kick. This girl knew what she was doing and she knew how to fight while riding, Faith was impressed. The last jump came near

and the girl did a one handed superman trying to knock Faith off at the same time but Faith jumped and flip the bike over. She hopped back on when she saw the seat and they both landed at the finish line at the same time.



The thrill of competetion is bleeding inside of me.



The crowd roared in excitement. Faith watched as several people ran to the girl hugging her. She turned to Dan who was grinning. Faith took off her helmet and wiped away the stray hair.



"Guess you are only gonna get twenty five percent of the money since I have to split fifty-fifty with the other winner." Faith explained.



"Who cares I haven't had this much fun watching a race in a while." Dan said as he pulled her into a hug.



When he let go Faith gave him a bright smile. Faith felt a hand on her shoulder and saw that it was bandaged. Faith knew it was the other rider

and turned around.



"I shouldn've known it was you since you are the only person who had a slight chance in beating me." Tina said with a smile.



"Yeah, yeah, rub it in why don't you." Dien muttered as he parked his dark red bike.



"Uh....uh....uh." was all Faith could get out.



"Guys I think you broke her." Tommy commented at the side watching the whole thing.



Chapter 5



Everything was so dark and cold. Willow looked at her damp clothes and looked up at the blonde standing in front of her.



"T-t-tara." Willow said.



"Shhh... baby you are exhausted." Tara said as she brushed away a stray hair.



"What happened?" Willow asked trying to see clearly.



"Everything got taken away. No one was prepared and we were taken by surprise. Nothing left but the cold darkness." Tara mumbled.



"What are you talking about?" Willow looked at Tara worried.



"We weren't ready because we were to busy trying to find you. So much bad happened when you ran away." Tara replied with watery eyes.



"I didn't run away. Okay I did, but I was trying to take a break to get my thoughts in order. Then I found out about Adi and I left because I couldn't face you. So much happened with Dawn hating me, you avoiding me, and Buffy's detachment. I didn't mean to go away so long but then I made really nice friends like Tina. Oh you should meet her she is cool and is wise like you." Willow babbled and Tara only laughed.



"Oh no that is done, over with. I'm talking about what's to come." Tara laughed.



"You're scaring me." Willow mumbled as she pulled her knees up to her chest and curled up in a ball.



"So many things are going to happen. A death of someone you love. A secret revealed. If it is dark now things are about to get pitch black." Tara warned as she turned and walk away.



Willow looked up, "No, Tara don't go!! Don't leave me again, please!" Willow cried out as Tara continued to walk, "I love you Tara!"



Tara stopped, "Sometimes love isn't always enough." Tara said over her shoulder before a shadow wrapped it self around her pulling her into the darkest corner.



"TARA!" Willow screamed as her eyes bolted open.



Willow could feel strong arms wrap around her and she leaned into the embrace.



"Shh, Willow it's just a dream. You are okay now." a deep voice whispered to her.



"Mum, what's wrong with mommy?" Adi asked from the door.



"It's just a nightmare sweetie. Go back to bed." Tina said in a soft voice as she softly stroke Willow's red hair whispering words of comfort.



Adina watched with a frown. She didn't like it that her mommy was hurting again after so long. I don't like this Tara already, Adi thought as she walked back to her room.



Tina continued to comfort Willow. She had returned from the after party of the race a while ago. Seeing Willow unconscious in the bathroom frightened her so Tina had lifted Willow up and placed her in her own room worried. Tina went out on the roof to look up at the stars when she heard Willow scream in her sleep.



"Are you going somewhere?" Willow asked seeing that Tina was still a little bit dressed up.



"I was thinking about it but I'll wait for tomorrow if you want me to." Tina informed as she softly laid Willow back in bed.



"No, I'm okay. I probably won't go to sleep tonight, but I'm okay." Willow replied with a forced smile.



"I'll only be gone for ten minutes tops, okay? I'll cancel some other plans since you are not okay." Tina said before getting up.



"I'm fine really you should..." Willow stop when Tina gave her a stern look.



"I won't be long I promise." Tina exclaimed before bending down to kiss Willow's forehead before walking out leaving the door slightly open so the room wouldn't be so dark.



"Kay." was the muffled reply.



*****



Tina walked around as her thoughts wondered around Willow. Living with Willow and Adina gave her lots of experiences with dealing with nightmares, but she still hated when it happened to either one of the Rosenbergs. Tina

had lots of nightmares when she was little but she always buried them in the deepest shadows of her mind. She sighed as she neared the cemetery. She passed many gravesites till she spotted the familar tomb stone next to a statue of an angel.



In the dirt on the grave was a circle of stones which a pile of ashes laid along on the ground. Tina took a envelope out of her pocket and with lighter, she lit the corner of the enveloped and placed it in the stone circle before walking away. As she continued to walk away Dien stepped out of the shadows and watched as the fire continued to burn the envelope that held a letter inside. The fire burned pass the word Mom before Dien stomped the fire out.



"I don't get it mom. I know she still hates you for what you did, but she still visits you after all these years. You know you are right. She's nothing like you and I'm glad." Dien whispered to the tomb stone before walking the same direction Tina left.



*****



July 17, 2006



Tara sat down watching as Dawn discussed what she did yesterday to Spike who was drinking warm blood from a mug. Faith ate quietly and Tara was worried. It's was unusual for Faith not to be chattering away but since this morning, Faith was silent.



"Faith, are you okay?" Tara asked and the other two turned toward Faith.



"I'm fine." Faith answered quickly.



"Come on slayer, somethings bugging you cause you are not your usual pain in the ass self." Spike commented.



"Did something happen yesterday?" Faith shrugged at Tara's question.



"Fai...." Dawn was interupted when the phone which Tara installed first thing they arrived.



Faith had ran to get it before anyone else stood up, "Hello? Tina? Hey, I didn't think you would call this early...........how's your brother and cousin? I bet with all the beer he drank. You are going to visit him right now? You are going to invite your brother to a party? What party? Oh....I

don't know. I'm going to be busy and I can't leave my friends here. Are you serious? Maybe, I have to ask. Okay, later."



Faith hung up the from and turned to everyone who was staring at her, "What?"



"What was that about and what's the deal with this party I heard you talking about?" Dawn asked curious.



"Well yesterday I meet an old friend of mine and well we hung out. She called today to check on me since I gave her the phone number and she told me about this party she is gonna throw at a beach somewhere and wanted me to go. She also invited you guys if you wanted to come." Faith explained.



"I don't think we should go because we can't leave the hellmouth." Tara reasoned.



"No, you three go I'll stay here until you get back, but how long are you going to be gone?" Spike asked turning to Faith.



"We are leaving tomorrow and returning in probably in a week." Faith explained.



"I don't know." Tara said unsure.



"Please? This could be fun and well it's been a while since we went out to do something besides patroling." Dawn pleaded with the puppy eyes.



"Alright fine. We better get some stuff if we are going to be gone for a week," Tara relented and turned to Spike, "thanks Spike."



"No problem, you guys need this anyways." Spike replied before going back to his breakfast.



*****



"When did you get a huge beach house?" Vincent asked with his eyes wide with wonder.



"Long time ago. I just haven't gone there in a while." Tina explained to the fourteen year old.



"I can go?" Lisa asked her behavior much better after a certain conversation.



"No! You still have summer school to go to young lady." Thao said sternly to the seventeen year old.



"Damnit!" Lisa cursed and got another stern look from Thao.



"You can come next year then. I promise." Tina said to the pouting teen.



"Fine, but I'm not staying at home alone!" Lisa complained.



"I know, that's why I'm staying here." Thao explained.



"I can't go either. I still have work to do." Mylan explained.



"So this has nothing to do with Faith?" Mylan glared at Dien, "Oh come on we all know you hate Faith since she stole your boyfriend."



"Speaking of Faith, is she going?" Tommy asked a little excited.



"Yes, and I need a favor. One of you has to show Faith and some friends of hers where the beach house is." Tina asked with pleading eyes.



"I'll do it!" Tommy said loudly.



"I'll do it, Tina, cause we don't want Tommy boy here to try to flirt with her and cause a whole big mess do we?" Dien commented with a smirk.



"Thanks Dien." Tina replied and grinned at her cousin who was blushing.



"So we have Diana, Huy, Tommy, myself, and probably Chrissy coming over." Dien estimated.



"Your sister is coming?" Tina asked her sister-in-law when she heard Chrissy's name.



"Most likely, but I should call her first." Diana answered.



"If you mention Tina she will be there for sure." Tommy said with a grin.



A loud smack was heard followed by a "Hey!" from Tommy.



*****



"Am I gonna get presents?" Adina asked to Willow who was making early lunch.



"Of course. Even if no guest gives you presents, you know Tina is gonna spoil you rotten." Willow replied.



"Do you think she'll get me those glow in the dark stars to stick on the wall like in your room?" Adi asked.



"Yes, because you have been asking for them all year." Willow answered with a grin.



"Why do you have those stars in the first place?" Adi asked to busy watching a cookie to notice Willow's look.



"Just a reminder of someone." Willow muttered.



"Did you know that mum made some of the stars look like a big butt?" Adi continued to asked.



"What? How? When?" Willow asked looking down at Adi.



Adina giggled and flashed Willow a smiled before walking off. Willow left to go in her room. Adina snuck back in to stuff a few cookies in her pocket before walking off trying to whistle like the boy on T.V. did.

~~~~~



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Oh, it's really heating up now. Tara's coming and Willow doesn't know it but she's begun to dream about her. And Adina doesn't like her already... but Tara can win over any heart.

If I had to live my life again, I'd make the same mistakes, only sooner.

Tallulah Bankhead

[deixs]

Thank you for the updates!!!



So Tara and Willow will be meeting soon. And Rack and Amy being ther as well is



HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!



Stef

Edited by: deixs at: 12/31/02 12:32:33 am

[Cindy Lou Who]

Beach Blanket Bingo and a meeting?: how...promising? Maybe...perhaps I'm sure there is much to work through. A meeting would be nice tho.



Ooooh Rack and Amy-Rat-that-was! I could say "YUCK." Well okay I'll say "YUUUUUUCK." I shudder with anxious anticipation.



TY!~CLW (Suse)

Edited by: Cindy Lou Who at: 1/2/03 6:42:42 pm

[Grimlock72]

Hmm... so Tara and Willow will both be at that beachhouse for a week ? That would be good since I doubt Rack and his loyal groupy would look there.



Willow really has to work on a less painfull Rack Detection System, burns like that sound painfull. To bad Adi reached the wrong conclusion regarding Tara, lets hope thats corrected really soon.



Willow's dream threw me for a loop at the start. I was like wondering how in the hell that started, Willow meeting Tara being a mayor event and such. Weird dream btw. it wasn't really a nightmare and it seemed somewhat prophetic. Question being; who was trying to tell Willow something ??



Tina's familly is complex, seems Dien switches opinion fast and often. Doesn't inspire much trust in him. We'll see about that later, likely... interferring with Tina's letter on her mother's grave was rude beyond belief.. that alone makes me dislike him a lot.



Grimmy

"You hurt Tara," Willow said too calmly. "The last one who tried that was a god. I made her regret it." -- Unexpected Consequences by Lisa of Nine

[Leila DeRange]

Hey everyone!! Sorry I haven't update earlier but the weekend is kinda the only free time I have these days. Well I'm not gonna chatter away so here is the update.



Part 3= It's A Small World After All



Chapter 1



July 18, 2006



Faith sat on the porch already packed up and ready to leave as she heard Tara and Dawn rush back and forth in the house. Faith looked up at the sound of a motorcycle and smiled when she spotted Dien. Dien parked in front of the house and walked towards Faith.



"Hey, Dien where's Tina?" Faith asked standing up.



"She's driving a few people to the beach." Dien explained before pulling her into a hug.



"So anyone at the party I know?" Faith asked when he let go.



"Tommy, Diana, Chrissy," Faith smiled at Chrissy's name, "Tina of course, I think you know Amanda, Cassie, Katie, and Kevin and that's all I can remember Tina telling me is comming."



"Amanda, Cassie, Katie, and Kevin? I guess I'll find out if I do know them later." Faith replied with a shrug.



That was when Spike walked out, "Slayer, lil bit can't find her bloody bathing suit. Do you know where it is?"



"It should be in one of her bags." Faith answered and Spike returned back to the house.



"Slayer?" Dien asked confused.



"It's a long story and only your sister and a few people know about it." Faith exclaimed



"Okay, so anyways I got married to Diana." Dien said changing subjects



"No way! You're married to Diana?" Faith asked.



"With a son too." Dien added



"I guess on a hellmouth anything could happen." Faith muttered to herself.



*****



Willow watched as Tina continued to drive to this private beach she mentioned. Willow never heard Tina talk about this private beach before but she trusted her so she didn't worry. Willow was usually a patient person but sitting in a car with Adina bouncing on her lap for almost two hours was getting to her. Willow stared as many trees passed her by noticing that the road was deserted.



"Are we there yet?" Adi asked for the thousandth time.



"Just about." Tina answered and Willow sighed in relief.



"I told you to let Adi sit in the back." Tina reminded but Willow only glared.



Willow's mood changed as she spotted a beautiful beach nearby. Willow could see a few cars parked and saw that Katie, Amanda, Cassie, Kevin and a few others were already here. Willow opened the door and surveyed the beach

noticing a huge beach house. As Adina ran torwards the other guests, Willow turned to Tina.



"Thank you." Willow said.



"You're welcome." Tina replied before she went to the trunk and began to carry some things.



*****



Faith sat in the driver seat following Dien on his motorcycle as Dawn and Tara sat in the back watching everything pass them by silently.



"How did your friend Tina buy a beach house anyways?" Dawn asked breaking the hour and a half silence.



"Tina had alot of money in a bank account when she was little and decided to buy it I guess. Actually I never did find out how she got so much money when she was that little. Maybe I'll ask later." Faith responded.



"Faith, what is the party for?" Tara asked.



"Someone's birthday is coming up and Tina wants to throw a party." Faith explained.



"Do you know who's birthday it is?" Tara asked.



"No, I didn't get a chance to ask but I guess I'll find out." Faith answered then shrugged.



Tara frowned, she had a gut feeling something big is going to happen and she wasn't sure if it would be a good thing or a bad thing.



*****



Tina smiled, it was a long time since she had seen Chrissy. How they meet was kinda funny. Tina was eight years old when she saw Chrissy being picked on by older boys. Tina gave one of the boys a broken nose and the

others major bruises. Tina was sent to the office where Rose Daklin was. She just happened to be Chrissy's mom so Tina didn't get much trouble and they became friends. Willow, Adina, Diana, Huy and a few others were in the beach house as Tina and Chrissy waited on the beach for the others. Both of them looked up when they heard a motorcycle coming near.



"I wonder who Faith brought with her." Chrissy commented as she spotted Dien's motorcycle followed by a Jeep.



"We'll find out but we have to get ready." Tina said as she handed Chrissy a video camera.



"You do know Faith is gonna get you back for this right?" Chrissy asked following Tina as she headed torwards the car.



"I'll be looking forward to what ever she comes up with." Tina said with a smirk.



"I must be insane helping you with this." Chrissy mumbled to herself.



*****



Tara got out of the Jeep and stared at the beach. She could see a stack of dry sticks surrounded by logs. Tara turned to Dawn who was watching Faith. She tapped Dawn on the arm and pointed at two girls who walked torwards them. The one with the asian features smiled at them before

turning to Faith who had her back turned to them. The asian girl smirked as the other girl shook her head before the asian girl charged at Faith. Dawn stared wide eyed when she heard Faith scream loudly before splashing into the water.



"Oh Faith is gonna kill us." the other girl muttered as she video taped the whole thing.



Tina came back up to the surface with Faith right behind her. Tina was laughing at Faith cause she looked like a drowned rat. Faith gave her a evil glare before swimming torwards her.



"Uh oh." was all Tina said before diving under the water and away from Faith.



Faith just shook her head and got out of the water completely soaked. Chrissy was trying hard not to laugh, Tara was making coughing noises to cover her laughing and Dawn was just laughing at Faith's face.



"Chrissy? Damnit this is the welcome I get?" Faith asked as she walked back to the Jeep to get dry clothes.



"Tina said Mylan was pissed at you coming here so she's making it up by dunking you in the water." Chrissy explained.



"Mylan? Oh wait that was Kyle's girlfriend before right? Damn." Faith muttered.



"Sorry to say but I think half of the people here that you know hates you." Tina commented when she got out of the water, "Crap I need fresh clothes." Tina mumbled before running in the beach house.



"You'll be properly introduced to her later along with everyone else, but I'm Christine Daklin everyone calls me Chrissy though." Chrissy greeted and held out her hand.



"My name is Dawn Summers and this is Tara MaClay." Dawn shook Chrissy's hand and Tara gave a small wave.



"Chrissy where is Diana?" Dien asked finally saying something.



"My sister is at the beach house with everyone else." Chrissy answered and Dien just nodded before jogging in the beach house.



"Woah." Dawn commented when she finally got a good look at the beach house, "How big is this?"



"I don't know. It's pretty big though." Chrissy exclaimed, "Lets get inside. Someone will get your stuff later and I want you guys to meet everyone else."



Tara smiled she liked Chrissy already. Dawn and Tara followed Chrissy to the beach house to be introduced to almost everyone.



*****



Dawn and Tara followed Chrissy into the kitchen were almost everyone settled while Faith went to find Tina for a little payback. Tara stared wide eyed at how huge the kitchen was and how many people were in it.



"Yo, Katie look who's here!" Amanda called out as she spotted Tara.



"Hey Tara what are you doing here?" Katie asked as both she and Amanda walked torwards her.



"My friend Faith kinda got a invitation from an old friend of hers." Tara explained smiling at least knowing a few familar faces.



"Wait a second you know Faith Lubricus?" Amanda asked with a disbelieving look.



Katie smacked Amanda upside the head, "Sorry about that but Amanda is still pissed that Faith stole her boyfriend." Katie explained.



"Jeez how many people in here had their boyfriends stolen by Faith?" Dawn muttered to herself but everyone heard and Katie, Amanda, Cassie and Chrissy raised there hand.



"If you asked the whole town you would get lots more hands." Chrissy exclaimed.



"Aren't you pissed that Faith did that?" Dawn asked when everyone put their hand down.



"Oh please she was just trying to make someone jealous but it didn't work one bit." Chrissy replied.



"Who make who jealous?" Tina asked stepping into the room.



"Oh Faith dating alot of guys to make yo......" Faith covered Chrissy's mouth before she could finish.



"That's none of your business and where were you?" Faith asked as she let go of Chrissy and giving her a warning look.



"Oh I was in the back watching Adi playing on the beach when I got some dry clothes." Tina explained.



"Is Adi the birthday person?" Dawn asked.



"Yeah, um....I'm sorry I didn't get your name." Tina said.



Dawn shrugged it offand held out her hand "Oh my name is Dawn Summers and this is......." "Tara?"



Everybody turned to Willow who was at the doorway with her eyes wide and her mouth open in surprise. Everything was silent till Adina came running in yelling, "Mommy! Mommy!"



"Uh oh." was all Tina muttered before all hell broke loose. Not literally of course.

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Enjoy people because the next update might take a little longer.



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[Grimlock72]

We sooooo need to have discussion about cliffhangers, especially ones that end with "the next update might take a little longer"



The way this chapter is setup made me read it fast. That is, I was reading towards Willow and Tara meeting... finally. So I re-read the chapter after that, to get all the other stuff Faith didn't leave many friends in this town did she ?



Good thing Willow is still standing, fainting would be a bad idea in there... kinda hard landing. Adi might very well be the one to get them talking again, as she's not hindered by much history and will just ask her mommy who the other lady is



For some reason I can really picture Adi running in like that, all energized due to being a new environment and such. (of course sitting still for two hours tends to energize kids as well )



Who set that meeting up ? Must have been Tina, she must have known Tara would be there... no way she doesn't know what Tara means to Willow. Wonder what Willow will think of that, she's not much for surpises. Especially not of this magnitude



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"You hurt Tara," Willow said too calmly. "The last one who tried that was a god. I made her regret it." -- Unexpected Consequences by Lisa of Nine

[xita]

I don't think Tina knew Tara would be coming along at all. I do wonder if she knows Willow knows Faith. That seems strange that she wouldn't know they are connected.



I also sense a Faith/Tina thing.. hmmm..



More importantly, here they are finally together. And god it's going to be dramatic. I can be patient though, yeah I can wait for an update! yep.. yeah.

If I had to live my life again, I'd make the same mistakes, only sooner.

Tallulah Bankhead