Weekend at Buffy's
Author: craZchica
Summary: The gang decides to try to cheer up Buffy after Riley's departure. Who said alcohol was bad?
Setting: AU Season 5. AU Post Into The Woods. Riley just left. But Joyce isn't sick, and Glory's not a big deal.

Disclaimer: Nope. Don't own the people. I just own the idea for the story.
Review? Please? It makes me feel good to know people read it :p


**** Chapter 1 - Xander's Plan ****

Xander watched as a mopey Buffy put a book back on the shelf.

There's gotta be something we can do. I mean, look at her. All sad...

I know. Maybe we should... take over patrol or something? Willow said uncertainly.

Buffy slowly sat back down at the round table, ignoring her friends near the front of the Magic Box.

Xander shrugged. I guess... Ooh! Party! Aren't Buffy's mom and Dawn gonna be out of town this weekend?

Yeah, but do you think Buffy would be up to it? Riley just left. She might want to be alone.

Riley, Shmiley. The brunette scoffed. He turned to the blonde Slayer. Hey! Buffy! She looked up from her seat.

Xander took a seat next to her. Hey Buff, me and Will were thinking... you need a night of fun with us. Buffy opened her mouth to protest, but Xander stopped her. Nope, don't wanna hear it. We want to take over your house and have a weekend thing.

The Slayer groaned. I don't know, Xander...

Buuuuffy... The boy begged. Please? Lots of movie and junk food goodness...

Buffy raised an eyebrow. Will there be lots of alcohol during this weekend?

Not exactly 21, but... I guess we could ask Spike to get some...

Buffy whined. Why does he have come?

Okay, I know I'm the first on the Not-wanting-Spike' Train, but Giles won't buy us beer... He shrugged to Buffy's questioning look. I know. I already asked. Buffy slumped back in her chair.

He won't be there anyways. Xander went on. He's picking up that book in LA, remember?

Yeah... Okay, I guess you guys can crash tonight... She agreed reluctantly. Then she gave Xander a small smile. But you get to talk to Spike.

I knew I'd be stuck with that!

****

Spike got out of his chair when he sensed someone outside his crypt. But when Xander poked his head in, the blonde scowled and sat back down.

What do you want, Harris?

Uh, hey Spike. Xander shuffled in and shut the door. So... what are you doing this weekend?

Spike snorted. Sorry. I'm not interested in you.

Xander shuddered. Okay, Bleached One. Not asking for me. It's just that we're having this thing at Buffy's this weekend, cause she's all depressed over Riley, and we were wondering if you wanted to join us...

Spike raised and eyebrow. A weekend with Buffy? Almost too good to be true...

What's the catch?



Yeah, I'm sure you and the bloody Scoobies want to spend the weekend with the vampire just for fun.

Xander sighed. Okay, we need you to buy alcohol.

With my money? No!

I'll give you the money. You just buy it.

Spike considered this. Okay, so they were just inviting him because they needed him to buy the beer, but they were still inviting him. Maybe he could tell Buffy how he felt...

Fine. I'll do it.

Xander was surprised. He thought that would have taken longer.

O... Okay then. Umm, here... He pulled out his wallet and handed Spike a few bills. We'll be at Buffy's around seven. Movies, overnight stuff. See ya in an hour or so.

Spike watched the construction worker leave. Sighing, he turned off the tv and grabbed his duster. Time to get the beer.

****

Buffy settled herself onto the couch.

I can't believe I agreed to this.

Willow put down the bowl she was holding and sat next to her friend. It's just a night of fun. No demons, no adults, no sister... She nudged Buffy and the Slayer smiled.

I guess no supervision for a night is okay...

Plus, alcohol is on the way!

Both girls looked up as Xander entered the living room.

So Spike agreed?

Took less effort than I thought. And no bribing, either. But I had to give him the money, so I'm thinking you owe me Will...

The redhead rolled her eyes. This was your idea. You pay.

Xander grumbled. Anya here yet?

She'll be here after she closes up, since Giles isn't there to do it.

And Tara?

In the kitchen.

Good. I brought snacks and movies. Xander grinned, holding up a few plastic bags.

Buffy had gotten up and started going through the bags. She pouted.

No ice cream?

Having Anya bring it. The brown-haired boy smiled.

Buffy brightened. Much better. She settled for a large bag of chips and sat back down.

Xander studied the girls in front of him. Buffy was already wearing a pair of track pants and a strappy tank, with her bare feet propped up on the coffee table.

Tara walked in, wearing blue pajama pants, a tshirt and a grey hooded zip-up jacket over it. To top it off, she had fuzzy blue slippers on her feet. Willow had on her red flannel pj pants with a red long sleeved shirt, but she was barefoot.

Looks like I'm already behind in the pajama department. Should I change or something?

Yeah Xander! Join us in the world of comfort! Willow smiled, grabbing a handful of popcorn from the bowl Tara had brought with her.

Xander left to get his duffle bag out of his car, returning with Anya in tow.

Look who I found!

The ex-demon was attacked by the Slayer the minute she entered the house.

Ice cream?

Anya handed two bags to Buffy, who pulled out a pint of Double Chocolate Fudge and dug in with her fingers.

Umm, do you want a spoon, Buffy? Tara asked, holding one out. Buffy took it, and settled back onto the couch, pulling a worn blanket over her.

Xander and Anya both changed into more comfortable clothes and then made themselves comfortable in front of the tv, which had been pulled in front of the couch.

I guess we're all here. Except Spike. Xander noted.

And he has the alcohol. Buffy grumbled between bites.

****

Spike had already polished off a small bottle of vodka when he strode up to the Summers' home. Spending time with the Slayer's friends sober was not something he wanted to do.

Laden down with drinks of all kinds, he let himself into the front door, to find everyone already there, sitting around and talking.

Time to get drunk! Buffy shouted as soon as he walked in, taking the bags from him.

Hello to you too, Slayer. Spike mumbled as she walked back to the living room. He shut the door behind himself and hung his duster over the railing.

I hope you're not expecting me to put on those... The Vampire snorted as he followed Buffy in. Xander had put on black sweatpants and an old tshirt, while Anya was in flannel pants much like Willow's and a black tank top.

Come on, Spike! Willow pouted. This is a slumber party! Pajamas are required!

No, thanks. I'll just be going. He turned to leave when Buffy's voice stopped him.

Spike? Please? The more the merrier... and you did bring the drinks... You don't have to change... She pleaded.

He scowled. If he wasn't in love with her... But she wanted him to stay, so stay he would.

Fine. But I'm not putting on bloody pajamas!

He slumped on the chair by the couch, and grabbed another bottle of liquor. It would be a long night.

****

Two hours later, about half of the alcohol Spike had brought was gone.

And so she goes, You big jerk! How could you hurt her!' And then she kicked the kid as hard as she could! Xander laughed as he took another sip of his beer.

The other's laughed, except for Spike, who merely smiled, and Willow who blushed furiously.

She was my favorite doll, thanks! And I was seven! The redhead retorted, smacking Xander on the arm.

The group sat in silence for a minute, each sipping their own drinks.

Buffy broke the silence. I have an idea.

The other five looked at her.

Truth or Dare. She grinned wickedly.

Willow's eyes widened in excitement, and Tara smiled in amusement. Anya looked indifferent, and Xander grinned happily. Granted, he had quite a bit of alcohol in him...

Spike's eyes, however, widened in fear.

I bloody well will not play!

The voices of five Scoobies rung out across the room.

The Vampire grunted.

Grumbling, he took another drink.

****
A/N - Okay, so maybe its not the best chapter ive ever written, but oh well. Next... the truth or dare game. hehe. Go read my other stories (Especially In Your Dreams, which is the other Im working on now.) Nothing like a little shameless self promotion. Reviews Please! lmao, im just begging now!