First Fic - Mending Fences (AU)

[kathy94]

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BV u might not get the chance to w/ Kathy here in control of the Branny hugs.

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BV, Ashley's right. You're going to be waiting an awful long time because i'm not moving.



Sorry

"Can you just be kissing me now?" Tara- Entropy

"She's my everything"
Willow-Tough Love

[MissQuirky]

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BV, Ashley's right. You're going to be waiting an awful long time because i'm not moving.



Sorry

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Kathy can't ya wait till next Thurs. and let us have our Branny hugz while there still available! Then ya can hold on and never let go.



~Ashley~

Willow: We can come by between classes. Usually I use that time to copy over my class notes with a system of different colored pens. But it's been pointed out to me that that's, you know... insane.
Tara: I said quirky.

Edited by: MissQuirky  at: 9/26/02 4:05:24 pm

[SlayerTazz]

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Kathy can't ya wait till next Thurs. and let us have our Branny hugz while there still available! Then ya can hold on and never let go.

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LMAO - you guys are great...



Sorry Ashley & BV - but I'm going to have to give Kat the Don't Wanna - Don't Gotta option on this one. If she don't wanna let go - she don't gotta.



Kat - That ok with you sweetie?

~Branny

In my world there are people in chains, and we can ride them like ponies. ~ VampWillow in Dopplegangland

Passion is the source of our finest moments. The joy of love...the clarity of hatred...and the ecstasy of grief.

[MissQuirky]

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Sorry Ashley & BV - but I'm going to have to give Kat the Don't Wanna - Don't Gotta option on this one. If she don't wanna let go - she don't gotta.

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OK i give up!! Kat u can can have ALL Branny hugz and i can get my update-y goodness! But that doesn't mean u stop w/ the harassing, missy! Were on a team, teams stick by each other! So don't get too addicted to the Branny hugz we still need the updates comin!



And Branny don't let her distract u and keep u from writing or me will come! Then there will be some ducky doo! : -->

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Kat - That ok with you sweetie?

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I think its more than ok with her, Branny!



~Ashley~

Willow: We can come by between classes. Usually I use that time to copy over my class notes with a system of different colored pens. But it's been pointed out to me that that's, you know... insane.
Tara: I said quirky.

[The Rose24]

Thanks. I need this because of everything that is going on and not going on over at The Kitten Board.



Geez. I really miss my Willow and Tara.

Tara: My heart doesn't stutter.

Tara: Willow, I got so lost.
Willow: I found you. I will always find you.

Willow: Hi, um Tara. I was wondering maybe you want to go out some time for coffee? food? Kisses and gay love?

[kathy94]

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Kathy can't ya wait till next Thurs. and let us have our Branny hugz while there still available! Then ya can hold on and never let go.

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Ashley, Thursday is way too far away for me to wait. Need hugs now

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Sorry Ashley & BV - but I'm going to have to give Kat the Don't Wanna - Don't Gotta option on this one. If she don't wanna let go - she don't gotta.

Kat - That ok with you sweetie?

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That sounds great to me!!! Thank you sweetie!!!

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OK i give up!! Kat u can can have ALL Branny hugz and i can get my update-y goodness! But that doesn't mean u stop w/ the harassing, missy! Were on a team, teams stick by each other! So don't get too addicted to the Branny hugz we still need the updates comin!

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YAY!!! I get all the Branny hugs!!! Don't worry Ashley, I'm still with you on the harassing. Couldn't let my baby neglect her fans and slack on the update-y goodness!!!



Kathy

"Can you just be kissing me now?" Tara- Entropy

"She's my everything"
Willow-Tough Love

[SlayerTazz]

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YAY!!! I get all the Branny hugs!!! Don't worry Ashley, I'm still with you on the harassing. Couldn't let my baby neglect her fans and slack on the update-y goodness!!!

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Um, sweetie...aren't you supposed to be on my side now??

~Branny

In my world there are people in chains, and we can ride them like ponies. ~ VampWillow in Dopplegangland

Passion is the source of our finest moments. The joy of love...the clarity of hatred...and the ecstasy of grief.

[kathy94]

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Um, sweetie...aren't you supposed to be on my side now??

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I'm always on your side baby, but I want to make sure you continue writing because you're so good at it and you can't let your fans down. Me being your #1 fan. Besides I know you like harassment!!!





Kat

"Can you just be kissing me now?" Tara- Entropy

"She's my everything"
Willow-Tough Love

[spazz07]

good thing the harrassers are here and not in my thread... much . How's the saying go Branny, Making ups the best part, i think i can agree with that Gotta love some Willow logic to get her into the shower with Tara and looking out for Anya cause Ethan's on his way. Great stuff Branny, as always



Cheers

Nath

Isn't it funny how you feel your most tired five minutes before you have to get up.

[barnabasvamp]

Well, I guess I'll try to be graceful in defeat

However, since no hugs I'm back to harassment!

More W&T goodness!!!! Soon

"In front of total strangers won't you kiss me, Flowers for no reason but you miss me - OOH, I wanna be in love"

Melissa Etheridge-Skin

[MissQuirky]

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I'm always on your side baby, but I want to make sure you continue writing because you're so good at it and you can't let your fans down. Me being your #1 fan. Besides I know you like harassment!!!

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Yeah so Branny she's not ending the harassing team!

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However, since no hugs I'm back to harassment!

More W&T goodness!!!! Soon

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HA, lookie there a new harasser! We can alwayz use a lil more! WELCOME BV!! A lil tip 4 ya Branny's a sucker 4 evilness and begging! Yer starting off very well!



~Ashley~

Willow: We can come by between classes. Usually I use that time to copy over my class notes with a system of different colored pens. But it's been pointed out to me that that's, you know... insane.
Tara: I said quirky.

Edited by: MissQuirky  at: 9/27/02 2:23:10 pm

[SlayerTazz]

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A lil tip 4 ya Branny's a sucker 4 evilness and begging! Yer starting off very well!

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Ashley - no need to be telling little secrets like what I'm a sucker for...



**looks around sees Ashley, Kat, BV, Nath, & Celia all with evil grins**



....oO(oh boy am I in for it now)

~Branny

In my world there are people in chains, and we can ride them like ponies. ~ VampWillow in Dopplegangland

Passion is the source of our finest moments. The joy of love...the clarity of hatred...and the ecstasy of grief.

[MissQuirky]

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Ashley - no need to be telling little secrets like what I'm a sucker for...

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Actually i think its very necessary! We can get some more updates outta ya if everyone knows how to get em!

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**looks around sees Ashley, Kat, BV, Nath, & Celia all with evil grins**



....oO(oh boy am I in for it now)

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YES u r, there's no escape! Mwahahahahah



~Ashley~

Willow: We can come by between classes. Usually I use that time to copy over my class notes with a system of different colored pens. But it's been pointed out to me that that's, you know... insane.
Tara: I said quirky.

[kathy94]

Sweetie, don't you think it's time for an update?



I thought you didn't like it when your gf was unhappy?



ME UNHAPPY

"Can you just be kissing me now?" Tara- Entropy

"She's my everything"
Willow-Tough Love

[SlayerTazz]

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I thought you didn't like it when your gf was unhappy?



ME UNHAPPY

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Aww, baby you know I don't want you unhappy. You know I love you and will do anything for you...Update tonight I promise. Does that help?







goes back to doing a little daydreaming of Kat before working on the update...

~Branny

In my world there are people in chains, and we can ride them like ponies. ~ VampWillow in Dopplegangland

Passion is the source of our finest moments. The joy of love...the clarity of hatred...and the ecstasy of grief.

[MissQuirky]

OK I'm breakin up ALL this mushiness! I NEED SOME LOVE HERE!!



But i am glad to hear there's update-y goodness tonight!!



~Ashley~

Willow: We can come by between classes. Usually I use that time to copy over my class notes with a system of different colored pens. But it's been pointed out to me that that's, you know... insane.
Tara: I said quirky.

[kathy94]

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OK I'm breakin up ALL this mushiness! I NEED SOME LOVE HERE!!

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There will no breaking of the mushiness here.



I had to get an update out of her somehow didn't I?



Thanks for the update tonight sweetie!!

"Can you just be kissing me now?" Tara- Entropy

"She's my everything"
Willow-Tough Love

[SlayerTazz]

Ok, sorry this is a short update everyone. I am working on a longer one to get posted on Wednesday. That will be the only other update this week…I have an overly painful test with Drs on Friday that thankfully my beautiful girlfriend (love you baby) is going to go thru with me. It will pretty much cache me out for the weekend. I’m hoping to be able to post early next week. Sorry again that there will be that break in the story – not my choice!!





Kat: Hey Beautiful. I'm glad you liked the update!



Ashley: Wow, a thuddie...damn!! Glad it was all to your liking!! I like a happy Ashley. You know we love you - just not in that way.



Mollyig: Glad you enjoyed the update! I was partial to Willow's reasoning on the shower too



Peggy of Sunnydale: Glad you loved the exchange and the story, hope I can continue to keep your interest!!



Urn of Osiris: Starting the day with a grin is a good thing! Warm hearts are good too!!



Chris: You helped me make the story what it is...never would have written it without your encouragement...and hey, now I have a beautiful gf from it. I owe you bigtime!! I'll keep you updated on the story as often as I can (ahead of the board). I wish you the best of luck! Love ya!!



The Rose24: You are welcome - happy I could help your day a bit!



Nath: Oh Nath - we are going to share in the harassing goodness!! Always glad you enjoyed the update my dear friend.



Barnabasvamp: Sorry, Kat stole my heart away she is the only one currently receiving Branny-Hugs. So on with the harassment!! I think you've joined a good team - Ashley and Kat are very good at getting updates.





Title: Mending Fences

Author: SlayerTazz

E-mail: tazz72@yahoo.com

Feedback: Yes, please!

Distribution: Sure, just let me know.

Spoilers: Up to and including Season 6, this is mostly AU though.

Pairing: W/T

Rating: PG-13. Some chapters may increase in rating. Fair warning will be given.

Disclaimers: Joss and Co. own all. I'm just borrowing them for the time being...

Summary: Willow and Tara have broken up, Tara has moved back to the dorms - she's living in the room that we first saw her in (its AU, and I liked her original room), and Spike is remotely still one of the "good" guys.



Notes: All character thoughts/dreams are in italics.



CLIFFHANGER ALERT!!



Mending Fences



Part 14





Willow and Tara quickly showered and got dressed, neither wanting to give the gang any more ammunition to make the blush than they already had.



Once back downstairs Anya claimed dibs the bathroom, followed by Xander. Buffy and Dawn were very happy that they had showered before everyone – because they would have had NO hot water.



Everyone had gathered back in the living room to have one last discussion before heading off for their Sunday activities.



Anya had to work at the shop, she couldn’t understand why Giles would have a shop open where you have to work seven days a week. That of course was until Giles explained that money coming in seven days a week was better, after that Anya no longer has a problem with working weekends. Xander had to work since they had fallen behind at the site because of some bad weather, Buffy and Dawn were going to do a bit of shopping and then pick Giles up at the airport. Willow and Tara had no plans other than to spend the day together.



Tara and Willow had plopped themselves down on the couch together. After everyone left Willow grabbed the remote and started flipping channels. It was Sunday which meant that there was either going to be total sports and nothing good on, or they weren’t going to agree on what to watch and spend the day flipping between stations. As Willow flipped she got to The Discovery Channel looking over at Tara she nodded an ok for it.



They sat there snuggled up together watching the TV and enjoying one another’s company. Tara made them lunch as they continued to watch the marathon of exotic animals on The Discovery Channel. Neither was truly paying full attention to the show, both were enjoying the closeness of their other half.



“Will, can I ask you something?” started Tara, not really sure how to ask what was going through her mind.



“Of course baby, you can always ask me anything,” Willow said as she turned to face Tara.



“Well, I know we have kinda already talked about this, but I wanna make sure of something. I know we were supposed to do the whole taking it slow and I kinda messed that up…” Tara was halted mid statement by Willow placing her lips to the blondes. The kiss was a short but comforting one.



“Does that feel like something’s messed up?” smiled the redhead.



“Um, I’m not totally sure, maybe you should try it again so I can be certain,” Tara said shooting Willow a sexy lopsided grin and raising her eyebrows.



“Vixen,” the redhead whispered as she obliged the blonde placing another kiss on her lips. This time the kiss was a bit more intense, both girls lingering and basking in the sensation that their lips touching offered. Both let out a soft moan of pleasure before breaking their kiss.



“Mmm, no I definitely will have to say that didn’t feel messed up at all,” giggled the blonde as she pulled the redhead closer to her and cuddled up against her.



Willow glanced at the clock, knowing that people were going to be coming home soon and that they would soon find out what it was that Giles had found out and what they were up against. Tara could feel Willow tense up, tracking her eyes she saw what her lover was looking at and tightened her grip on her as a slight form of reassurance.



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Buffy and Dawn were passing time at the sports store getting a couple more inflatable mattresses to accommodate their guests. Then they headed to the grocery store to pick up some more food since their were several more people in the house than their usually would have been.

Both girls were nervous and buying anything they remotely thought people would like. Both were also extremely grateful that Tara was there and she could cook – at least that was the one area that was well covered.



Looking at the time and quickly finishing the shopping Buffy and Dawn headed to the airport to get Giles. Upon arrival they found him just finishing up getting his luggage.



“Wow, how’d you do that?” asked Buffy astonished that he was early.



“Do what? Oh, you mean the getting here early – well that is the advantage of a chartered jet, fewer delays.” Giles said as he set his luggage down and pulled both girls into a hug.



“We’re so glad your back, just wish I weren’t for yucky circumstances.” Said Dawn.



“Me too. How is everyone holding up?”



“Well, I think Anya and I are going to end up killing one another, Xander is well Xander, Willow and Tara are back together and I think that is the only reason either of them is getting through this. I can’t speak for Dawn but as soon as I do get my hands on Ethan once and for all I’m going to beat him until he bleeds.” Said the Slayer with definite hostile tones.



“I’m surviving because Tara is there,” Dawn piped in offering a smile.



“I must say, its nice to be home,” Giles added grabbing his luggage and heading for the car and then for the Summers’ residence



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Anya was having a particularly busy day for a Sunday. She was in a good mood because busy meant more money. She smiled as she run up the customers and sent them on their way. She couldn’t remember the last time it had been so busy, well other than around Halloween. Anya didn’t notice the hooded figures enter the shop.



The crowd started to dwindle a bit when Anya was over-taken by the hooded figures. She managed to fight one of hem off, but still was captured by the remaining two. The lone figure she fought off, perched himself up on the counter to wait for one of the Scooby’s to arrive. The other two figures drag Anya off into the alley behind the Magic Box.



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Xander had just finished his day up at the construction site and figured he’d swing by and pick up Anya on the way back to the Summers’ house. As he walked down the street he thought he heard someone scream, though it was a busy street so he paid no attention to it.



Traffic around the Magic Box was considerably lower than that around the other stores. Xander’s heart began to race, he picked up his walk to a brisk jog, as he got closer he could see the front door open and glass on the front walk. Now running at full speed towards the store, Xander burst into the store and started scanning and yelling for Anya.



“Soon it’ll all be over…” came a voice from the counter, Xander turned to see who said it.



“What do you mean ‘soon it’ll all be over’ and where is Anya?” yelled Xander.



“Soon it’ll all be over…” said the figure again.



Xander started to walk towards the counter when the hooded figure pounced off the counter knocking him to the floor as it scampered out the training room door into the alley.



Xander lay there unable to move, pain was ripping throughout his body as was the fear that Anya was hurt. Xander started to get up the pain was more intense than he had ever felt before, forcing himself up he staggered to the alley to see if he could find where they took Anya. There were no traces that anyone had been in that alley for days. He immediately headed for the Summers’ house to tell them of what had transpired.



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TBC…



Again – next update should be on Wednesday…

~Branny

In my world there are people in chains, and we can ride them like ponies. ~ VampWillow in Dopplegangland

Passion is the source of our finest moments. The joy of love...the clarity of hatred...and the ecstasy of grief.

Edited by: SlayerTazz  at: 9/29/02 11:14:31 pm

[willntlover]

Wednesday?! That's too far away! I gotta knwo what happened now!



Wow. that sounded terribly whiney, but i guess it also says how much i like this fic.



-Will

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

"well, you know, when you play a lesbian witch you've gotta get killed in this fun kind of exciting way, so the heart was the way to go..."

"we have the most amazing fans though they LOVE us."

[barnabasvamp]

Ashley, Kat where are you????

Do you see what Branny did to us?

Oh Branny, it's a good thing you promised another update when you posted this one. BTW- what was Tara's question? So easy to get distracted

"In front of total strangers won't you kiss me, Flowers for no reason but you miss me - OOH, I wanna be in love"

Melissa Etheridge-Skin

[MissQuirky]

Well done Branny as alwayz!! But MY GOD Branny, ya tryin to kill me... ok i knew it would get all w/ the angst and badness eventually. But poor Anya, Xander, Willow, and Tara! I can say I definitely Loved this line from Buffy : "But as soon as I do get my hands on Ethan once and for all I’m going to beat him until he bleeds.” Now thats what i'm talkin bout, hopefully she goes through w/ it!



The snuggles on the couch and watching some Discovery Channel was a nice well spent Sunday if ya ask me! Also enjoyed the lil reunion at the airport very sweet! Get them to wherever the hell Anya is so they can save her ass! No need for more pain, so let her be ALIVE! And they damn things better not touch W/T hopefully Xander can make it to Buffy's house, doesn't look to good tho! But he's strong in his own lil way! Right?



Can't wait till Wednesday!

~Ashley~

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Ashley, Kat where are you????

Do you see what Branny did to us?

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I'm here and YES i know!! Grrr, Branny u better hope Wednesday gets here faster then usual!

Willow: We can come by between classes. Usually I use that time to copy over my class notes with a system of different colored pens. But it's been pointed out to me that that's, you know... insane.
Tara: I said quirky.

Edited by: MissQuirky  at: 9/29/02 4:39:12 pm

[kathy94]

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I have an overly painful test with Drs on Friday that thankfully my beautiful girlfriend (love you baby) is going to go thru with me.

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I'll be there for you always baby!!

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Ashley, Kat where are you????

Do you see what Branny did to us?

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Yes my gf left us hanging until Wednesday but I'm sure it will be worth the wait as usual.



Poor Anya got kidnapped and Xander got hurt. Can't wait to see how things turn out.



Great update sweetie!!! Can't wait until Wednesday and I especially can't wait until Thursday!!!

"Can you just be kissing me now?" Tara- Entropy

"She's my everything"
Willow-Tough Love

[The Rose24]

Ugh!! An evil cliffhanger.

Tara: My heart doesn't stutter.

Tara: Willow, I got so lost.
Willow: I found you. I will always find you.

Willow: Hi, um Tara. I was wondering maybe you want to go out some time for coffee? food? Kisses and gay love?

[spazz07]

See i knew Anya was in trouble and now Xander's hurt. On the plus side though Giles is back in town and i'm sure he'll set Ethan straight again. You better hurry up and update Branny else you may have a riot on your hands



Cheers

Nath

Isn't it funny how you feel your most tired five minutes before you have to get up.

[SlayerTazz]

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You better hurry up and update Branny else you may have a riot on your hands

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Nath - my wonderful gf has agreed to protect me should there be a riot. The next update will be on Wednesday, longer and better for all interested.

~Branny

In my world there are people in chains, and we can ride them like ponies. ~ VampWillow in Dopplegangland

Passion is the source of our finest moments. The joy of love...the clarity of hatred...and the ecstasy of grief.

[tiredsoul]

Oooh, Giles is back and Xander is hurt and Ayna's been kidnapped? What in the frilly heck are you trying to do to? Give us heart attacks? I'm in the age range (wait, am I?).



And belated feedback on part 13



I'm checking every hour on Wednesday ...



--celia



P.S. no breaky this time

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"That was just rude. Now I forget what I was saying."

[barnabasvamp]

Branny;

Wednesday can't come soon enough, and believe me we are ALL interested!!

"In front of total strangers won't you kiss me, Flowers for no reason but you miss me - OOH, I wanna be in love"

Melissa Etheridge-Skin

[mollyig]

Love the image of our girls watching the discover channel together!



I was concerned when Anya said she was going to work in the shop, as I knew Ethan was targetting her. Well at least Xander is going to let everyone know, so they can form a plan.

Adding up the total of a love that's true, multiply life by the power of two
Indigo Girls

[Urn of Osiris]

Gulp......Huh?



And Wednesday?



Put down your girl and get back to the keyboard.



Really.



Oh great update BTW.

Urn of Osiris
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[MissQuirky]

OK i just wanna be a pest and say... I WANT MY UPDATE-Y GOODNESS!! I really can't wait till Wednesday Branny! I got BV w/ me! We will have to be bad to get some update-y goodness BV, so ya still w/ me!!



Branny maybe this would be the time to use ducky doo!

Willow: We can come by between classes. Usually I use that time to copy over my class notes with a system of different colored pens. But it's been pointed out to me that that's, you know... insane.
Tara: I said quirky.