Title: Temptation Island

Author: Spike 'n Cordy

Summary: When the reality television show "Temptation Island" guests start disappearing Angel and Cordelia must go under cover to find out why. Special appearances by Xander and Anya.

Author's Notes: I have to say this again, I've only ever watched, maybe, half of an episode of 'Temptation Island'. So for those people who actually watch it, I apologize for whatever mistakes I have made. I'm also sorry that this chapter is so short. Thanks again for all the reviews, don't stop now.

Disclaimer: In First chapter.

1 Chapter Five



If looks could kill, Angel would be a pile of dust. Xander first noticed Cordelia and Angel's hand holding and then the fact that Angel was standing in direct sunlight. "So what happened? Did you turn human and were too busy screwing Cordy to call Buffy?"

"Xand-" he interrupted.

"No, don't tell me. This is true love and what you had with Buffy was just kids stuff."

Angel quickly let go of Cordelia's hand and seemed to get increasingly uncomfortable as Xander's tirade continued. Cordelia noticed the interesting looks they were getting from some of the staff standing around and decided to shut Xander up. She pulled him in to a hug.

"What the he-"

"Shut up Xander, we're here on a case, and unless you want to be the next victims I suggest you listen."

Anya started to get annoyed at the closeness Xander was allowing between himself and his ex-girlfriend and decided to put an end to it. She roughly pried herself between the embracing pair, "Hey back off, he's not yours anymore."

She pulled back and glanced at Anya who shot daggers at her and grabbed Xander's arm possessively. "Thank God. You of all women should know why were not still together. You were my vengeance demon."

Getting frustrated at the direction the conversation was going, Angel put it back on track. "Remember the Gem of Amara?"

"Oh yeah, Spike dug up Sunnydale to get it."

"And Buffy gave it to me. That's why I'm not bursting into flames. Some of the television show's contestants are 'leaving' the island before the week's end and are showing up dead. Both seasons a couple has died and this year we're here to stop it. Whatever it is."

The group slowly walked towards the meeting area and continued to whisper. "So you don't even know what going on?" Anya asked.

"We just know that they're dead and that it's some how related to the show. So here we are, ready to fight the big-bad."

"Is it a demon?" Xander inquired.

"Either that or a really sick human," Cordelia shook her head in disgust, "Or both."

"Both?"

"Humans worshipping a demon. Sacrificing the participants," Angel clarified. "That's what we need to find out."

They had reached the beach they stood away from everyone else. "If you guys need help, we're here. Scoobies don't shrink in the face of evil."

"No we just hide until Buffy can save us," Anya grumbled. "Oh my God. There he is," she started to point wildly to the beach entrance.

"Who?" the three turned to see what got her so excited.

"Robert Parker, the show's host. He's so handsome," her eyes went all dreamy as Robert walked down the stairs. His sun-bleached blonde hair was perfect, his white toothed, flawless smile stood out against his tanned face. He was wearing shorts and a T-shirt that were tight enough to thrill but still left some to the imagination. He shook hands with the other couples and sauntered towards them.

"Hello," he greeted shaking hands with them, giving a flustered Anya a wink. "It's nice to meet you all."

"I… I'm just such a huge fan," Anya stuttered.

Robert graced her with a quick sweep of his eyes up and down, "I'm sure I'll be your number one fan by the time this is over."

Both Xander and Anya's faces went red, hers from embarrassment and his from anger. Angel chuckled until Robert turned his attention to Cordelia, "Yours too." He kissed the back of her hand before turning back to the small make shift stage. "May I have your attention please. As you all know my name is Robert Parker and I'm the host of 'Temptation Island'," the four couples and workers began to clap. Anya gave a 'Woo hoo.'

"That guy's such a sleaze ball," Angel whispered in Cordelia's ear.

"Thank you. I have the pleasure of welcoming you all to this fabulous island resort," another cheer was prompted by the workers. "Now since you all know the rules, it's time to bring out the singles. Hold on to your loved one's and get ready to be tempted."

~TBC~