New Fic- Never A Night Like This (AU)

[YouGetMe]

Holly



Just popped in to say how much I look forward to reading your updates. Such a beautiful talent you have. And I did find your rough drafts for Tainted, they got mixed up in boxes during the move. I'll be mailing them soon, so I'm sorry kittens that there's been a delay in that fic. Enjoyed Hadley's question and the relations between the whole gang. Bravo!



Odette says Hi and she misses you a lot, sending her love.



~Leah

[Bubblecath]

Hey Holly

I have just joined the kitten board and i wanted to spend my first proper post on you!!

I love your fics so it only seemed right!

Now i am sittin here lookin forward to your next update!

CathX

[Stroke of Luck]

HI Holly!!!



just love that Fic but the leaving part comes really soon hä???

And Hadley she is just a cute little angel



But & sepeart?!. I can´t stand it.



Cu

SoL/Natti



I love my family but I´m a part of you. I want it to be that way - Gabrielle - The Abyss

[Taras Shadow]

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CHEL: Ah Yes, Willow visiting you *rins* And what have you done to deserve such an honor? Well now... You're Chel... that's all there is to it! *hugs*



BTVSfunatic-Jen: No hiding. It's ok, I haven't been in chat either. *smiles* Thank you for reading and keeping up. I should learn to keep up with my updates as well huh? We shall chat soon, and an update shall be made...soon as well. *hugs*



Lea: A bit of naughtiness at the end...nice touch huh? With the pushing up against the fridge... sounds very NUMMAY. Very. Just to let you know *grins* Very. Nummay...



Leah: Why thank you, and thank you for reading. I was wondering where my rough drafts for Tainted went, just figured I threw them out by accident. You don't have to mail them, it's fine, I have it all in my head. *grins* *waves at Oddy blowing an eternity of kisses* Miss you my OGaR



CathX: Welcome! Glad you love the story and that you're reading it. Thank you! You shouldn't have to sit *too* long... I'm trying to finish up the update... so we'll see



Stroke of Luck: Yes, sadly, departure time is coming up. But as I've said, many times before...no worries. *rubs her hands* I have a plan. *grins* and no crying ok? *wipes your tears away* all is in good hands Thank you for reading

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Well...I am off to finish up what I can and maybe post tonight...although, no promises. *waves* later kitties.



~Holly~



"I will make me a willow cabin at your gate and call upon my soul within the house.” *whispers* “I rush into the secret house." - Pauline - Lost and Delirious

[Cindipitude]

Holly love,

Just replying cause I can.

Hee!

Knowing the basic outline of the story is fun, i know what lies in store for our girls and I can't wait

So many lovely things to say here, odd tho I can't keep count of them all....



Great work..and update soon?

Love you,

Cindi

[PJ Freak]

Hey I was just wondering when u were going to update?



Feels like forver



Isa

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Pacey and Joey's Creek

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[Taras Shadow]

OK, here we go… very short update. Just thought I’d satisfy your uh…Hadley withdrawals and such. Now I’m off to wait for the mail…



CINDI Love: Yes, you do know the basic outline *mirks* and and and you lost count again?.. no…wait…that was me…right *giggles* *muah* Love You.



Isa: Forever huh? Well here is a very short update…just for your patience *grins*



Author: Taras Shadow

Disclaimer: All characters belong to Joss Whedon, ME, UPN…except for Tori, Hadley, Jessica Paris, and Orlando and other non-Buffy characters-they belong to me

Feedback: Yes please, everything is welcome

Pairings: W/T, X/A, B/ D/Tori

Rating: PG-13

Summary: Willow is one of the hottest models in the world. When she comes home for her holiday, she meets a nice family that is new to Sunnydale. Can she find love, and continue her much loved career? This is an AU fic. There will be a little angst between some characters, but nothing big for I want to keep the angst issue light. Thoughts are in < >



~Part 31a~

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Xander was sitting cross-legged on the floor with Hadley sitting beside him, playing with his hands. “Xander, how come your hands are rough?” Hadley asked looking at his knuckles.



“Oh, that’s because he’s a real man. You know, big and strong.” Anya smiled at the small blonde.



“Please, a real man?” Faith laughed swinging her legs up on the coffee table.



“Hey, I am a real man.” Xander frowned.



“Yeah, he’s real.” Hadley pinched Xander’s arm, earning a squeal out of him.



Tara and Willow sat in the love seat exchanging smirks.



“Ok, so he can squeal pretty high, but now we know he’s real.” Buffy raised an eyebrow smiling at her male friend.



“You are all just jealous because you can’t have Xander. He’s real, he’s great, he may squeal like a girl but he’s mine and I love him.” Anya muttered.



“Of course Xander’s real.” Hadley smiled crawling onto his lap. “He’s my Xander.” She giggled.



“No way.” Anya snorted.



“Chill demon, she’s five, it’s not like she’s moving in on your man.” Faith said.



“Ok.” Willow stood up and looked around for Dawn and Tori. “Um, where’d the love sick teenagers go?”



“Oh, upstairs.” Hadley shrugged. “They just slipped out all giggling and whispery. Sometimes you and Mama do that before she gives you estasy.” The jaws that dropped in the room, Hadley frowned and looked at all the adult faces. “You know, like that one morning when you screamed Willow’s name Mama. Aunt Tori and Dawn said she made you very happy.”



“DAWN!” Buffy yelled causing the silence to break.



“B? You ok?” Faith asked.



“My kid sister better not be up there doing…uh, you know…”



“Screaming?” Hadley helped smiling. She got off Xander’s lap and ran to her Mama. “Mama, when can we sing?” She whispered.



“Let me go and get your Aunt first, how about you show everyone else your costume for your play.” Tara kissed her daughter on the head before getting up.



“I shall come with.” Buffy got up from the couch, squeezing Faith’s hand quickly before following Tara up the stairs.



“Willow, what song are you going to sing?” Hadley asked.



“Not sure baby girl, what do you think?”



“I think…you should close your eyes and whatever you get, you sing.” Hadley loved her little games. Willow was never one to argue with her, she always went along with Hadley’s little playful ideas. It was interesting to see and hear what would come out of the small blonde next.



“Ok, that I shall do.” Willow picked up Hadley walking over to the karaoke machine.



“Hey Xander, what was that song you were singing in the shower this morning?” Anya asked all proud like.



Xander sunk lower, turning a slight shade of red. “Not sure I know what you are talking about.”



“Yes you do, you know, how does it go…Oh yes, Never knew I could feel like this

It's like I've never seen the sky before… That one…”



Faith threw her head back and chuckled. “Come What May.”



Xander grinned and looked at the dark haired slayer. “Surprise you know that.” He snickered.



“Of course I know it…who hasn’t seen Moulin Rouge?” Faith smirked. “I just watched it last night with B, that’s how I know. She sat me down in front of that TV and made me watch the whole movie.”



“Made you?” Willow raised an eyebrow. “Faith, no one’s made you do anything you didn’t want to do before.”



“Hello? Have you seen B? Do you even know what kind of strength she has? She would’ve beat my ass to the ground if I didn’t…” Faith winced, not used of children being around. “Sorry kid, didn’t mean too…bad bad words.”



Hadley just shrugged smiling.



“Right, and you don’t like that fact that Buffy would hold you down and pin…” Anya began when a nudge from the red head stopped her. “What? God, it’s like she knows what we are talking about.”



Hadley slid out of Willow’s arms and stood there facing Anya. “I’m smart you know, I will figure you out.”

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~Holly~



"I will make me a willow cabin at your gate and call upon my soul within the house.” *whispers* “I rush into the secret house." - Pauline - Lost and Delirious

Edited by: Taras Shadow  at: 2/6/03 9:40:50 am

[quarian]

big AWWWWW!!



Such a together family scene..*sniffs*



*Wipes nose on Holly's sleeve* oops..erm..anyway..what a hilariously sweet scene..ecstasy huh? Hmm, someone needs to explain what that means to me..



And ooh, innocent yet so clever Hadley, me likes!



Great work hollybolly

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Reality continues to ruin my life. - Calvin

[BFR from Paris]

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Hadley slid out of Willow’s arms and stood there facing Anya. “I’m smart you know, I will figure you out.”

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You know, come to think of it, maybe you have to be a kid to really get Anya!



Nice little update



More soon?

[Bubblecath]

Yay a mini update!



Hadley is sooo cute ! and clever too!

That was such a sweet update! thank you!

CathX

[Eternal Phoenix]

OMG!! OMG!

This little kid stole my heart

extacy indeed

you are doing great work. keep it up. we want more!!



Phoenix

[littlecrazy80]

YAY an update!!!!!

This made me laugh:

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Sometimes you and Mama do that before she gives you estasy.” The jaws that dropped in the room, Hadley frowned and looked at all the adult faces. “You know, like that one morning when you screamed Willow’s name Mama. Aunt Tori and Dawn said she made you very happy.”

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*lil´c*



Unter den Blinden ist der Einäugige König.

[StrawberryTrix]

wow we have an update...thanks holly



hadley is adorable...i sooooo want one...



LOVE U HOL!!!!



Straw <-Arent they the cutest smilies ever?

[fairydust]

*pounces* HEY! I looooved the last few updates as usuall...anyway, i hafta get back to watching sponge bob...ttyl!!!! *winks at karebear *

I LOVE MY KARE-BEAR

[SilverWingedNemesis]

*giggles*



oh my Holly...that was just..too much.. *giggles*



Wonderful as always sweetie.. you never cease to amaze me... ever.



Totally loved this.



Can't wait to see what you have planned next ... OH! wait! ..hehe..I know that!! (your secret is safe with me.. *smiles*)



Love,

~Nickole~

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p.s. Uh..nevermind.. LOL (i know i know..)

"All fear is the fear of loss. And only through that fear, can we truly love."

[Grimaldi]

great update



i love Hadley's comments she is too cute and i bet she could figure Anya out

You can't just go declaring shenanigans on innocent people, that's how wars get started!
I'm not stealing, I'm just taking things without paying for them. In what twisted dictionary is that stealing?

[bgfilly]

*runs in trips over self and falls* *ooof* *gets up dusts self off*....hey holly, wonderful update Hadley is so damn cute....can i have one of my own.....pwease....anyhoo ...just poping in to say hey and loved the update...keep up the good work



luv ya





filly

[The Rose24]

Once again, Hadley is so sweet and smart.



She is really hilarious.

Tara: My heart doesn't stutter.


Tara: Willow, I got so lost.

Willow: I found you. I will always find you.

[deixs]

Hi Holly!



Awww, Hadley is so sweet

And the way she was facing Anya



Stef

Willow: Hey, clothes!

Tara: Better not get used to 'em.

Willow: Yes ma'm

[JustSkipIt]

Hey Holly, that's totally great. I think it goes under the heading why we shouldn't say things to kids like "giving ecstacy." Like no one could predict she would repeat that. Hadley is right: she's smart. But totally adorable scene.



Kind of funny that Buffy is so freaked about what if Dawn has sex. It doesn't seem like Tara is freaked about it: just trying to be responsible. Double standard much?



Great job. Debra

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"War may be a necessary evil. But no matter how necessary it is always evil." - President Jimmy Carter after receiving the Nobel Peace Prize

[snuggle79]

Yeah, Hadley is in fact a smart kid!

This was a cool little update!

snuggle79

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"I got so lost"

"I found you, i will always find you"

[Stroke of Luck]

Hi Holy!!!



Great update!!!

Hadley is so young but she is more than clever

I wonder what Tori & Dawn are doing in the room?

Smoochie-time for them??????



Can´t wait to read more. Update???



CU

SoL/Natti



I love my family but I´m a part of you. I want it to be that way - Gabrielle - The Abyss

[PJ Freak]

Yay!!! They're all happy and together and it's fun!!!



I really can't wait for the next update!



Thnx for updating, you made my day and it has SUCKED so far! so thnx really.



Isa

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Pacey and Joey's Creek

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[Cindipitude]

mmmmm sweetie I loved this

You know i'm a sucker for Hadley goodness



Such a cutie...I may have one of my own someday



Oh and going head to head with Anya...hehehe and having Xander sing "Come What May" *giggles*

I will forever see your brother as Xander now..God help us all



Much love sweetie.....can't wait for more

And Tori and Dawn all giggly with the pre estacy goodness....are you sure thats not POST estacy giggles? Those sneaky teens...never know what rooms in the house they may hide in for smoochie time

And hrm..I guess we both lose count too easy...best to just not bother counting I guess...



More please!

Love,

Cindi

[tarafreak24]

Holly.............

Well done.......again....wish you could see the grin on my face as i was reading the fic.....so sweet..i think i need trip to the dentesit...lol

anyways , you keep us waiting , but its well worth the wait..

thats was really great , Hadly is so funny "estasy "hehehe

i could just see there faces turning red.....oh well



Hey , dont keep us waiting so long..... please...

anyways thanks again for all the goddiens and happiens that is your willow and tara...



Mika

[singgirl]

love that last line! so cute! Poor Dawn and Tori, can't do anything with the sisters on patrol. Can't wait for more!

Pax! -Bev

[Eternal Phoenix]

man!

i am out of my mind here!! i need more of this story! when is the update?

love your work

praying for an update

keep up the excellent work



Phoenix

[Taras Shadow]

Kittens! Here is some relpies. I am working on the update, hoping to have it up for tomorrow. If not, then Thursday.



CINDY!: *takes off one of her two sweaters* Here you go, you can use it all you like.

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ecstasy huh? Hmm, someone needs to explain what that means to me..

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Esplain? ... check out Hadleys definition...pretty much on the money, don't you think? After all she is innocent and clever... hehe, thanks for reading!



BFR from Paris:

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You know, come to think of it, maybe you have to be a kid to really get Anya!

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Me thinks so too. Hadley is talented that way... who else can crack the code of Anya's weird behaviour. *grins* Although in all fairness, I do love Anya's wits...or there lack of. Keeps her interesting. I mean, can you even imagine a very smart Anya who makes sense every single time? Her little sexual quirks are just so great! Anyhoo... Thanks for reading. And I shall update soon.



CathX: Yay! Wait... what are we applauding? Oh! The mini update! *giggles* Well had to do something. Thank you for reading. I live to write... or I mean, I live to live but you know what I mean. Shall I go? ok...



Phoenix: OMG! Awww, Hadley stole your heart? Don't worry, she'll keep it safe and warm. Thank you very much for reading and enjoying the fic. Hope to have more up soon.



*lil´c*: Woo and Hoo! I am glad you are happy, and laughing. Thank you so much for reading!



Straw: Indeed I did give an update. *smiles* You are very welcome. Still wanting a little Hadley huh? Hmmm...you will. OH! YOu can burrow Had's dream box...I'm sure she won't mind sharing. Hadley's nice that way. Thank you for reading. And You really love me? Awww what do I do to deserve such love... I'll never know.



FAYE!: *oof* Hey! Thank you for reading. And and glad you enjoyed the last feew updates. *waves to Karen* Hey!



NICKOLE!: *smiles* Too much? Oh...shall I stop? No? Ok. Just checking. *giggles* Thank you for reading Nick, means a lot.

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Wonderful as always sweetie.. you never cease to amaze me... ever.

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Likewise.

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p.s. Uh..nevermind.. LOL (i know i know..)

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I have to think about this one, I think I'm missing something. *hugs*



Grimaldi: Thank you for reading. Hadley is going to figure Anya out, find all her quirks and learn how to push her buttons.. although, Had already knows how to push one. Claiming Xander's hers. Anya doesn't like that too much



FILLY!: Here *hands you a cushion* next time you trip and fall, throw this out in front of you to make the landing much softer. Thank you for reading, and and leaving feedback. Wow, me likes. As for having your own Hadley, I'm sure she will find her way to you...right? Wait, did I make sense? Hi! I am trying to keep up the good work as much as possible. *hugs*



The Rose24: Thank you for reading. I think Hadley has many more moments to come, woo, I can't wait. I shall go and write, after I'm done with the replies.



Stef: Hadley vs. Anya Must go and write. Thank you for reading.



Debra: Tara and Buffy...just trying to be older sisters, taking care of their younger ones, but in no way are the really getting through My sister tried to get through to me..it was so hard to sit there and try to keep a straight face. I mean, here she was at 17, I was 15, and she's trying so hard to tell me that I should wait, that guys will respect that and and it'll be worth the wait. What she didn't know was uh, I had a girlfriend. Sneaky me, promising her I'll wait when it comes to guys...if only she knew. Thank you for reading!



snuggle79: I sometimes I had Hadley's brain, given she is smart right? *grins* I'm glad you likes the update and thanks for reading.



Stroke of Luck: Hi! I wonder what Tori and Dawn are doing too...smoochies maybe. Guess we'll find out soon enough huh? I shall update soon, thank you for reading.



Isa:

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Thnx for updating, you made my day and it has SUCKED so far! so thnx really.

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Awww sweetie. *hugs* I'm glad I brightened your day just a bit. And thank YOU for reading. I'll update A.S.A.P Ok? *smiles*



CINDI!: *snuggles* Glad you loved, and yes, I know you are a sucker for Hadley goodness. I try.

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hehehe and having Xander sing "Come What May" *giggles* I will forever see your brother as Xander now..God help us all

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Oh and you've heard my brother sing that right? Every freaking Tuesday and Oh God it's Tuesday, yes, please God, help us all!

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Those sneaky teens...never know what rooms in the house they may hide in for smoochie time

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... I'm thinking the laundry room is out of the question?? *giggles* And losing count is definitely a good thing love. Very. Oh....and Nummay. And and you know, I've had the best sleep last night, or rather this morning... very warm and snuggly. *whispers* Thank you love.



Mika: Oh, a trip to the dentist? Do you get free toothbrushes too? because that's like, the coolest part, pulling out toothbrushes with every colour of the rainbow and more. Of course I always grab the blue and black one. Oh...you mean because the fic was sweet..yes, well I know that. Scratch out everthing I said about the toothbrushes, and the bounce. Hehe. I'm glad it's worth the wait, the updates I mean. I will try and make them more close together as possible within the next month. And Thank you for reading.



Bev: Oooh, thanks for reading! Yes, Tori and Dawn can't escape their sisters...ah, they'll find there alone time sooner rather then later. After all, Willow is going away, Tara will be going to school, working, and taking care of Hadley. What better opportunity for Tori too make easy exits and vist her girlfriend...



Phoenix: Hey...wait a minute...I already replied to you...ooh, sneaky Phoenix, getting two replies in one. Ok ok, I am working on the update right after I'm done here. *hands you a cookie* Patience young one.



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Alrighty then, I've come to the conclusion that Hadley is a very good distraction. How so you ask? Well, not one of you mentioned Willow and Tara upcoming seperation...which is good, because you all can trust me. Good plans swimming around in my head. Oh and one last thing, I am heading out of town next week for health reasons and when I come back in two weeks for recovery, I'm sure I'll have a lot of time on my hands to get this fic up and running again. Love to all!



~Holly~



"I will make me a willow cabin at your gate and call upon my soul within the house.” *whispers* “I rush into the secret house." - Pauline - Lost and Delirious

[SilverWingedNemesis]

Holly, Sweetie-



By golly....you are right! No one mentioned W/T... (Thinking Miss Hadley is a most wonderful distraction..she's just too darn cute!!)



I think I speak for most kittens when I say your updates are more than worth the wait.. despite length and form. Everyone loves this fic. So no worries in that department.



Upcoming departure.. awww, we have undying faith in you! we know you won't let us down.



As for your being away.. we will all most certainly miss you.. *cries* *HUGS YOU TIGHT*



I wish you the best of luck and a speedy recovery! You're a tough cookie, remember? *grins* All will be well.



Hummm.. *thinks* maybe I can even pick you up a little something while I'm in Dallas?... *grins*



Thanks again for this wonderful fic. It always puts a smile on my face. (but then, you're the writer, so it's you doing that!) go you!!



behave yourself!! (yeah yeah, i know..you're just all sweet and innocent..) *laughs hysterically*



*hugs*



~NICK~

"All fear is the fear of loss. And only through that fear, can we truly love."

Edited by: SilverWingedNemesis at: 2/11/03 3:14:55 pm

[JustSkipIt]

Hi Holly, you are right. I trust you about the separation. Also just loving actually getting an update enough to let anything else go. Speaking of which, didn't you hint for an update on Tainted a few days ago... Ok, not to push but it would be nice.



I hope your health issue is going to be ok. My prayers will be with you.



Nick, visiting Dallas? Have fun.



Debra

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"War may be a necessary evil. But no matter how necessary it is always evil." - President Jimmy Carter after receiving the Nobel Peace Prize