Just had a little time and wanted to get something down

Just had a little time and wanted to get something down. Sorry this part is
so short.

Title: The Crusade (tentative)
Author: Kyra
Email: Kyra@mailtag.com
Rating: PG-13
Dedication: For everybody who gave me wonderful encouragement :-)
Author's Note: This is a Buffy/X-files/Charmed crossover. Main characters
are Willow, Spike, Xander, Angel, Piper, Mulder and Scully. There would be
adventure, romance, friendship and angst. Time-travelling involved although
I'm going for an Indiana Jones sort of of adventure. Alot of buddy-buddy
stuff.
Feedback: You know what I'm going to say :-)
Disclaimer: I don't own anything except the plot and any new characters

Part 8

The musty cave was completely dark and the group who was as good as blind
could only detect the pungent odor of rot and feces. The squishing sounds
their feet made on the muddy sand announced their presence and set off a
flurry of activities, as little animals made a run for the nearest
emergency hideouts. The cave didn't do much for the cold although they were
now safe from the furious wind raging outside. As dawn drew near, the wind
had picked up considerably rendering it impossible for the tired travelers
to continue their journey. The drop in temperature, which accompanied it
also made the thick garments that had previously served them well, suddenly
inadequate.

Although the cave felt rather uninviting, everybody was glad for a shelter,
any shelter. This was especially true for Angel and Spike, for in addition
to the wind and cold, they had to be concerned about the inevitable
sunrise.

The two vampires examined the cave while the eyes of their human companions
struggled with the darkness. It was small and there wasn't much room for
the seven of them to maneuver at all. There were obvious signs of previous
occupants, like twigs that were part of a recent temporary fireplace set in
the middle and several footprints covering most part of the ground. The
most telling sign, and what was truly unpleasant about the place was fresh
human excrement strewn everywhere.

"Aww, bleeding hell. This is just fucking ace. Those dim wits ." Spike
couldn't quite finish as he took in his surroundings, look of utter horror
on his face. "Bloody wankers couldn't even drag their fat arses outside."

"Maybe this is one reason to be a vampire." Realizing what he had just
said, Angel caught himself, and added, "one . miserable reason, that is."

"You aren't totally daft after all, peaches." Spike couldn't help a
chuckle.

"Gee, thanks, I'm starting to learn that." Angel replied sarcastically.

Seeing as there really weren't any alternatives to this cave, Spike
searched for the cleanest spot and proceeded to make himself comfortable.
"Don't mention it. And stop fannying around already. You made your point.
You're a clean freak. Now get on with your unlife and make us some fire."

"You certainly are in a hurry, Spike. Feel at home already? Figures."

Spike knew one thing Angel absolutely couldn't stand was filth and decided
to just make the best of the situation and let Nancy boy's distress
entertain him.

"Well, someone has to be the leader. Can't shirk when you're around
poofs."

"Guess what I've learned so far?" Piper butted in.

"All guys are big babies?" Willow offered.

"Got that one down ages ago."

"Guys are whiny?"

"There's that, and, all the men here detest each other."

"A fair observation. I just hope I aren't included in this hate club of
theirs." Mulder answered.

"You're talking about Xander, Angel and Spike? Well, Xander hates vampires,
Spike pretty much hates everyone, Angel and Spike have history. You could
say Angel and Xander have history too, only it doesn't go as way back."
Willow explained.

What followed was a couple of swears and curses as all their eyes finally
adjusted to the darkness.

Part 9