Title: Million Dollar Bachelor 21/Epilogue
Author: Forsaken2003
Pairing: William/Xander, William/Lindsey, William/Gunn
Rating: R
Disclaimer: I own none, all belong to Joss Whedon
Comments: Always welcomed!
Summary: William Pratt is a successful author of books about adventures of a vampire named Spike. He has decided that he needs something more in his life so he has decided to invite three strangers into his home hoping to find the person he has been looking for.
Warnings/Spoilers: Human Verse and a rip off of reality show The Bachelor
Beta'd by: Whichclothes

Part Twenty-One

Two o'clock in the morning came and Lindsey decided this was the time to make his move. William was obviously still upset over his comments about Gunn and that was bad for him. Did William honestly believe that they should all pretend to be buddy buddy? How did that benefit him? It didn't, so Lindsey wasn't going to play. The only thing he had to do was make William think he loved him and Lindsey was going to do just that.

He snuck out of his room and quietly made it to William's room. Lindsey lightly tapped on the door, loud enough to wake or gain William's attention but not loud enough to attract any unwanted attention from Xander. Rustling could be heard before William opened his door slightly. He was clearly shocked to see Lindsey standing there.

"Lindsey?" William asked a frown marred his face. He opened his door wider; he wore only pajama bottoms. "Is something wrong?"

"Yeah there is," Lindsey replied. "Can I come in? We need to talk." William looked like he was going to say no. "Please, I won't be able to sleep until I say what I need to."

"Come in," William said inviting Lindsey in. He closed the door behind them. "What's so urgent that it couldn't wait until the morning?"

Lindsey sat on the chair instead of the bed. He needed to play this right. "Well, tomorrow is your day with Xander," he explained. "I've been thinking about this while you and Xander were discussing items you'd need for your date."

"Thinking about what?" William asked. He ran a hand through his hair; it had to be a mess.

"I know you're mad at me about that whole Gunn thing," Lindsey said. "I want you to know that I don't blame you for hating me. And I'm sorry."

"I don't hate you," William said. "Gunn is a good guy; you didn't get to know him like I did."

Lindsey looked up at William with big eyes, almost to the point that there would be tears. Being a lawyer you had to be an actor. Care about what your clients were going through and all that crap. "I'll leave if you want me to."

William squatted down in front of Lindsey. "I don't want you to leave. I know you're a lawyer but you don't have to be so cold with everyone."

Chick flick moment passed through Lindsey's brain. "I'll try," he said. William stood and he followed. "I was hoping to make it up to you," Lindsey said and ran his hands over William's bare chest. He leaned in and kissed William. His hands ran down William's back and over his ass.

William kissed Lindsey back, enjoying it until he felt Lindsey's hands on his ass and he had to pull away. He couldn't do this. Not with Xander staying with him. It would be like he was cheating. "Lindsey," he moaned.

"Come on, Will," Lindsey panted. "I want you and you want me. Nothing wrong with that." He went in for another kiss.

"I can't," William said and moved away from Lindsey. "It's not fair to Xander."

Lindsey groaned and walked toward William who kept backing away. "In case you haven't noticed this has nothing to do with Xander." He grinned when he walked William back into the bed and he fell on in. "Perfect." He climbed on top of William. When Lindsey dove in for another kiss ready to start something hot and heavy he was pushed off.

"Bloody hell!"

Lindsey looked over at William clearly confused. "What's the matter?"

"You need to go back to your room," William said, panting and obviously aroused.

"But…" Lindsey started but was cut off.

William sat up. "I am going to wait until this is over and not a second before," William stated firmly, leaving no room for argument. "Now please go back to your room. I'll see you before Xander and I leave in the morning." He walked over to the door, opened it and waited for Lindsey to leave.

"Are you sure, William?" Lindsey tried coaxing a final time. When he saw William was sticking to his word he huffed and stormed out, not saying another word.

William closed the door. Obviously he hurt Lindsey by rejecting him but what would Xander think if he found out if they had sex? That would be unforgiveable and William would have only himself to blame. He turned and walked into his ensuite bathroom to take a cold shower before going back to bed.

As soon as Xander and Sparky entered their room, Sparky jumped on the bed, rolled over, and rubbed his back on the covers. Xander watched his antics. "Was sleeping on the floor really that bad?"

Sparky stopped and stared as Xander like he was an idiot.

After Xander changed he pushed Sparky onto the right side of the bed and fought for the blankets that Sparky was laying on. He turned to look at Sparky who came over to him and laid his head on the pillow looking upset.

"My poor boy," Xander said and petted him. "You miss your old man?" Sparky let out a little whimper. "What if I talked to Will about after our date at the pizza place taking you to the doggy park?" Sparky's ears perked up. "I thought you'd like that," Xander said, while yawning. "Now it's time for bed so no snoring."

Sparky growled and closed his eye. He did not snore.

Xander was up before everyone, already showered and dressed. He and Sparky went outside so Sparky could do his morning ritual and then they came back inside to start the coffee. Sparky sat at his food dish chowing down on his food.

"Xander?" Buffy asked, shocked to see him up so early. "What are you doing up?"

Xander looked up and smile. "Morning. I couldn't sleep. There's coffee."

"Oh coffee!" Buffy said excitedly. It was nice to come in and have coffee already made. She was not a morning person until she'd had a cup or two. Buffy grabbed a cup, added two spoonfuls of sugar, and sat with Xander. "So are you excited?"

"I am," Xander said and blushed. It seemed like he'd waited forever for his day with William. "Do you think our date is too corny?" he asked worriedly.

Buffy patted Xander's hand. "I think it's a great idea. Plus William loves pizza so it will be fun."

Xander smiled. "I can't believe I finally get him to myself."

"I know, it's taken forever!" Buffy said with annoyance and received a confused look from Xander. "For you. It took forever for you."

"Do I smell coffee?" Liam asked and walked in.

"Xander made," Buffy said excitedly.

Liam's eyes lit up. "Great!" Buffy's coffee was horrible and that was putting it politely. He and Will never had the heart to tell her though. "What time are you and Will leaving?"

"As soon as we have breakfast," William said, rubbing the sleep from his eyes. He thought he heard Xander's voice.

Buffy jumped up and started making scrambled eggs and cooking sausages. She wanted William and Xander's date to start as soon as possible.

Xander's eyes lit up when he saw William. "Morning."

"Morning, Xan," William said and a shiver went down Xander's spine at the nickname. "Are you ready for our outing?"

"Most definitely!" Xander said enthusiastically. Sparky nudged his leg making him remember his promise. "Oh! I was wondering if we could add something to the agenda."

William looked curious. "What's that?"

"Well Sparky here has been feeling neglected so I was hoping we could take him to the doggy park near our place," Xander said.

Sparky looked up at William and placed a paw on his knee.

William looked down and how could he say no to Sparky? "We'll come back for him once we're done at the pizzeria."

"Come back for who?" Lindsey asked walking in. William wanted to spend more time with him!

"Sparky," Xander said beating William to it. "We're going to take him for a walk."

Lindsey glowered. "It seems like you are going to have a lot more alone time with Will than I did," he stated.

Xander shrugged with a slight smirk. "Sparky wants some time with Will too."

"Breakfast is served!" Buffy chirped before anything could get started that would upset William. "Eat up and get out," she said with a grin.

William raised an eyebrow at her eagerness to have them leave but didn't comment.

"I can't wait to go grocery shopping," Xander said around a mouthful of egg.

"You enjoy grocery shopping?" Lindsey asked with disgust. "I have someone from the law firm do that for me."

Xander wondered if Lindsey realized what a big douche he sounded like. "I do. I find it relaxing."

"I can't wait," William said and finished off his sausages. He stood up, wiped his mouth clean, and pulled Xander out of his seat. "Let's get this show on the road."

Lindsey stood and walked over to William. "Not going to say goodbye?" he asked with a pout.

William smiled slightly awkwardly; the night before sizzled in his brain. "We'll see you later today. Have a good day," he said formally before walking out.

Xander said goodbye to everyone and petted Sparky before following behind William. He was confused at what happened between the two but shrugged it off. Lindsey was the last thing he wanted on his mind. The only thing he wanted to think about was William.