Chapter 5
Past Revealed
Everyone came over to Willow, except Erin and Kat.
"It says here that Katrina Williams, age 21, was given to Manix and Kresiaz to settle a debt owed to them by Marcus Williams, age 132, her father. Mother, Nareece Williams died a brutal death. The council ordered her death. She was 37. Manix and Kresiaz are our demonic scavengers; known as Scagoes, better called Scavenger demons. They are underworld dwellers. Scagoes are notorious for hoarding human slaves in their underground mines. Katrina, or Kat, is dating Erin Mendall, age 22, a Wiccan priestess. The implant in Kat's arm is to keep tabs on her at all times. Her latest assignment is to befriend, then kill the two slayers and their disgusting lovers."
They stood there in awe. Buffy shook her head and growled softly. Tara was crying in Faith's arms.
"Those bastards. Those damned bastards. They killed her mother and she was to kill our lovers, and us. Oh hell no! I'll be damned if they even try to hurt us, or them for that matter," Buffy growled.
"I, I don't believe it," Giles said.
"Giles, we don't blame you, hell you probably didn't even know," Faith said.
"Quite right. I didn't know. I am glad you left them Buffy. Also, I am glad that I followed you."
"Me too. But what does this have to do with Angelus?"
"Well," Willow continued, "It said that once Manix or Kresiaz find a certain relic in our area, that they'll be able to summon the hellish soul of Angelus, using either body as a vessel to return him to earth."
"You mean this," Erin said, coming into the room with a book bag.
She opened the bag and pulled out a weird shaped rock, that looked like a demon mixed with an angel.
"It is called the demonic angel. It is used to summon the foulest of creatures," Erin explained.
"How did you get it," Faith asked.
"Kat. She found it. She knew if she got rid of it, she'd save you for now."
"She is one smart kid," Willow said.
"Yeah. She did exactly what you did, hacked their mainframe and got the information. But the stuff on her mother, she didn't expect."
"Poor girl," Tara said, "Her life is hell compared to what we go through."
"Its worse. The world out there is worse. Drugs, AIDS, and people dying on the street. Where we grew up, we saw all of these things. It's like that song by Billy Gilman, One Voice. 'We need some help, down here on earth. A thousand prayers, a millions words, but one voice was heard.' I think every time I hear that song, that it is her voice that is being heard, cause all she does is fight for a better tomorrow, like all of you."
Erin gave the statue to Giles and left them alone. She sat back down by Kat, not wanting to leave her side. Buffy walked over to Erin and sat next to her.
"Erin, I swear to you, we'll help her," Buffy spoke softly.
"I know. I trust you guys."
"Well I think we should all get some sleep. Buffy, you and Faith should at least board up the window for the night," Giles said.
"Yeah, come on Faith. Boards are out back."
Buffy and Faith went out back and got two large flat boards. They put them over the broken window and hammered them securely to the frame. Erin was already asleep on the floor next to the couch. Giles went to the recliner and got comfortable. And then the two couples went upstairs.
"You guys can take the guest room next to mine," Buffy said to Tara and Faith.
They nodded and headed into the room, shutting the door. Willow and Buffy went into her bedroom and just crashed on the bed.
"So much for a great homecoming," Willow chuckled.
"Could have been worse."
"How so?"
When I think of the answer, I'll tell you."
Buffy snuggled into Willow and they fell asleep instantly. For some reason, both Willow and Tara woke up and headed down stairs. They knew the other was there, but their focus was on Erin. They could tell she was struggling with a nightmare that her lover was having.
"Connected dreams," Tara said softly.
"Yeah. Like our warriors and us. Do you think this has to do with that story you told us about?"
"Yeah, Willow, I do."
Tara knelt by Erin with a cool cloth and wiped the sweat from her brow. She stood up and went by Willow's side.
"What ever is causing this pain for Kat, is similar to what hurts Buffy and Faith. And it's effecting Erin like it does us. Maybe we can help her control her powers, that info on her said she was a priestess," Tara said, once again in a soft tone.
"Yeah. Man, Joyce is going to flip when she sees all these people in her house."
"Well at least Xander and Anya aren't together and here, using her bed."
"As good old Xander would say, and I quote, 'Scary Visual Place!'"
They two girls chuckled softly and headed back to bed. They woke up the next morning alone in their own respected beds. Faith and Buffy always got up before them. Today was no different. Good thing they did get up early, cause when Joyce came home, there was a lot of explaining to do. Especially because her front window was boarded up, and two strange girls sleeping on the floor and couch. Buffy, Giles, Faith and Joyce were in the kitchen, talking about what had occurred the night before.
"So, the girl on the couch was attacked by vampires and the girl on the floor is her girlfriend," Joyce asked.
"Yes. The girl on the couch is Kat, and the one on the floor is Erin. Kat's father owed some demons a big debt, so he gave them Kat to pay off the debt," Buffy said.
"So basically she is a slave," Faith added.
"Yeah. She does odd jobs for these two demons, but there is a catch. They work for the council. The very same council that I used to work for before I turned may back against them. Her latest assignment was to kill Faith, Tara, Willow and myself. She couldn't though, because she could understand our love," Buffy said.
"That is horrible. Making that poor girl a slave," Joyce sighed.
"Well it gets worse. Those demons are the after her, and that is why the window is boarded up. They came here for her, but Faith and I disposed of them. According to her and Erin, there is a tracking device implanted on her arm. Also, she is a half-breed. She is half vampire, half human."
"What type of vampire?"
"A day walker," Giles chimed in, "A more evolved group than our vampires here. They are not hell bent on destroying everyone and everything. They have their souls, and only take those who want to be apart of their society. And they only drink from those whom are willing or are their own kind."
"So she is a good guy," Joyce asked.
"Yes."
"And isn't going to hurt my daughter?"
"No," Erin said, as she walked into the room.
"Erin, are you ok," Buffy asked.
"Couldn't sleep anymore. It's just really hard sitting by her side, waiting, hoping for her to wake up."
"I understand," Tara said behind her.
"Yeah, Tara and I know that feeling all too well," Willow answered.
"Well, now everyone is up, except Kat," Giles said.
"I'll make breakfast, I'm Joyce by the way," Joyce offered.
"I'm Erin."
"I'll help you with breakfast," Faith said.
Tara, Willow and Erin went out back again and sat in the warm sunshine. Erin just closed her eyes and allowed the warmth to help soothe her own soul.
"Do you share your dreams often," Tara asked.
"Yes. How did you know," Erin replied.
"Instinct. We woke up, both of us, and went to your side," Willow said.
"Ever since we joined it has been that way."
"Joined," Tara asked.
"A Wiccan ceremony to bind to lovers together, it's similar to hand fasting. I take it that you and your lover will have a more traditional setting, for both weddings."
"How did you know," Willow asked.
"Easy. Lovers glow is always easy to spot."
Both girls blushed.
"You, Willow, asked Buffy and Faith asked Tara."
"You are amazing, you know that Erin," Tara said.
"Aye, I know. And I know your question; yes I am a priestess. But she will not allow me to enter her dreams to save her. She tells me that it is her battle. And I do not betray her trust in me."
"We understand. It took both Faith and Buffy a long time to let us help them. She may allow you, one day," Willow said.
Erin stood up and walked a bit away from the other two. She held her head down; tears silently fell from her eyes.
"All I want to do is live a normal life, so to speak, with her. I have known her for six years, been with her for four years. We've been joined for three years. She loves it out here, and I can see why. I like it here too, and I already found great friends, for just knowing you a day. I wasn't happy where we were before, but I am happy here."
"We like you too, Erin, and I am saying that cause I know Wills feels the same way I do," Tara said, "And Faith and Buffy know exactly what your love did for them. She sacrificed herself and you to protect them. And we'll, all of us, will protect you guys."
"Definitely," Faith called from the back door, "She's starting to wake up."
Erin nodded and walked into the house to Kat's side. Faith looked at Tara and Willow.
"Poor girl. She is so lost, isn't she," Faith asked.
"Yes and no," Willow answered.
"Angel will be here at sunset, or a bit after. Cordy went to go pick him up, make it easier on him. Giles knows how to remove the implant, but its going to be tricky. According to what you found on her, the implant has been her arm for almost 7 years. He needs Angel's help to remove it. Poor girl."
"Come on, let's go check on Kat."
The three girls walked into the house and to the living room. Joyce had made some soup for Kat to eat. Erin was by her side, helping her eat. Buffy couldn't help but feel really bad for the girl on the couch. After Kat ate some soup, she was ready to answer any questions.
"Ok, I know you have questions, I got answers, so go for it," Kat said
"Well, was your father involved in the council," Giles asked.
"No, that would be Manix and Kresiaz. They are experimental demons who help them locate new species and artifacts and relics. My father was a heavy gambler and got in way over his head. I was young, so they figured I could be used in helping them. So I settled that bastards debts. They sent me to England to have the implant placed on my arm so they could locate me. I was to follow both the council and the demon's orders. I was used to kill of some day walkers, and other demons. I have only taken a human life once, but out of total self-defense. Erin can vouch for that. To them I am just another piece of trash."
"And she is right. This scar came from that attack. You can access the police record if need be," Erin said in Kat's defense.
"I believe you," Tara said.
The rest of the room nodded in agreement.
"Ok, now that we have that out, why did the council want you to kill Buffy and Faith," Giles asked.
"Simple, they wanted a new slayer. They knew that could control the new slayer. But I read how Buffy is the best slayer, next to Faith, of course. You are the chosen two slayers, and with your powerful mages at your side, you will be able to close the hell mouth, for good."
"One final question, what does this have to do with Erin and yourself," Giles asked, again.
"They need our help," Erin said, helping her lover.
"How?"
"Its like the story, that is how," Tara spoke up, "Buffy and Willow have faced Angelus, Faith needs to help Buffy, along with Kat. While Erin, Willow and myself find a banishing spell to finally get rid of Angelus for good."
"Kat is a fighter?"
"One of the best," Erin said, "She's fought guys twice her size. Yes she got her ass beat by vamps, but she was out of it. How would you feel if you'd been separated from your lover for over a year?"
Buffy looked over to Willow and smiled.
"I know what that is like," Buffy said, "Giles, she's right. That girl has got some power about her I can sense it. I mean look, most of her wounds are healed, must be a power of the day walker."
"Super healers, similar to the slayer. My leg will probably be healed in a day or two more. It's a kick ass trait," Kat said.
"Yeah it is, it helps to relieve the stress of our girls," Buffy said.
"Yeah it does," Faith added.
They got some glares from Tara, Erin and Willow.
"One day she's been home and I'm in the dog house," Buffy muttered.
Faith chuckled at Buffy's predicament, but realized she was in the same boat.
"So, Buff, who'll take the couch, you, me or Kat," Faith asked.
"Hey, I am on this couch till I need to use the bathroom or until I can walk on my leg," Kat said, with a slight growl, "Erin, could you help me to the bathroom?"
Everyone chuckled at the comment. Erin helped Kat off the couch and up to the bathroom. When she came downstairs, she was walking without the brace around her leg. Her leg was feeling much better, and it wasn't broken. She could put her weight on it, but Erin still helped her.
"So I guess the couch is free now," Buffy joked.
"No, its still mine," Kat grinned.
"And how do you see that?"
"One, I am faster than you slayer."
"And two?"
Kat snapped her fingers and she was back lying on the couch.
"Our lovers aren't the only ones with powers."
Kat smiled a cheshire grin at Faith and Buffy, and all three witches began to laugh. The two slayers were just outdone by kid. Even Giles and Joyce found this amusing.
"For the first time, I think you've knocked the words right out of their mouths," Giles chuckled.
"Laugh it up. We'll get her, one way or another," Buffy said.
"I'm waiting," Kat said, with an evil grin.
Erin knew her lover was up to something, so she went to her side and sat next to her. Then within a mere second, Buffy and Faith were reduced to their undergarments and their clothes in a pile in front of them. Giles turned all sorts of red while the two slayers grabbed their clothes and ran up the steps. Tara and Willow were rolling on the floor laughing at their lovers' undressed state.
"You are an evil one," Erin said to Kat.
"You still love me though."
"Of course."
Then Erin met Kat's lips with a simple kiss. A few moments later the two defeated slayers came back downstairs, clothed.
"Still want to get me back," Kat asked.
"Who knows. But good jokes. You'll have to use that one on Xander sometime," Buffy grinned.
"Sure thing."
"Man, who knew you had magic," Faith said.
"I did," Erin said, "I taught her how to focus it."
"You two are truly amazing," Giles said.
"Thanks. I think we should head back to my apartment," Kat said.
"No," both Buffy and Faith said.
"They are right. You should stay here or at my place, where it is safer," Giles said.
"But it doesn't matter where I go, those demons will find me!"
"Yes, that is true, but once we remove the tag, you'll be safer."
"Yeah, listen to us. We've dealt with demons for a long time. I know you can protect yourself and Erin can do the same for herself, but this is our town, and now our problem. It's our problem now because you are our friends, and we'll look out for you, cause we know you'll look out for us," Willow said.
"Thanks, that is really awesome to know, you know. I mean most of my family is gone. Hell, to me, my father is dead. He let them kill my mother, to me that is worse than death."
"Hey, its ok. Honest. We'll help ya through this," Faith said, walking to Kat.
She placed a hand on Kat's shoulder.
"I promise."
"Thanks Faith. Sorry about the little joke."
"That's cool. Like Buffy said, pull it on Xander, he'll flip."
"No prob. Can we go back to the Bronze?"
"Not tonight," Buffy said.
"Why not?"
"Angel will be here soon. He is my ex before my Wills here he can help though. He is a vampire, but has a soul. He'll be here at nightfall, with Cordelia and Xander."
"Hopefully Xander will survive the trip," Willow chuckled.
"True, those two never got along. But if it's for a greater good, I think he can do it."
"Besides, Cordy has got the boy whipped," Faith added.
This made everyone, including Joyce and Giles to laugh. Faith escorted Kat back to her apartment to get clothes and back to the house. Kat then cleaned and showered up. By now it was about 2 in the afternoon. Kat seemed much better. Erin never left her side though. She would always be protective of her lover. Everyone could understand that. Sometime around 3, Oz and Emma came over. They figured he could help since he learned to use the inner wolf for good.
Past Revealed
Everyone came over to Willow, except Erin and Kat.
"It says here that Katrina Williams, age 21, was given to Manix and Kresiaz to settle a debt owed to them by Marcus Williams, age 132, her father. Mother, Nareece Williams died a brutal death. The council ordered her death. She was 37. Manix and Kresiaz are our demonic scavengers; known as Scagoes, better called Scavenger demons. They are underworld dwellers. Scagoes are notorious for hoarding human slaves in their underground mines. Katrina, or Kat, is dating Erin Mendall, age 22, a Wiccan priestess. The implant in Kat's arm is to keep tabs on her at all times. Her latest assignment is to befriend, then kill the two slayers and their disgusting lovers."
They stood there in awe. Buffy shook her head and growled softly. Tara was crying in Faith's arms.
"Those bastards. Those damned bastards. They killed her mother and she was to kill our lovers, and us. Oh hell no! I'll be damned if they even try to hurt us, or them for that matter," Buffy growled.
"I, I don't believe it," Giles said.
"Giles, we don't blame you, hell you probably didn't even know," Faith said.
"Quite right. I didn't know. I am glad you left them Buffy. Also, I am glad that I followed you."
"Me too. But what does this have to do with Angelus?"
"Well," Willow continued, "It said that once Manix or Kresiaz find a certain relic in our area, that they'll be able to summon the hellish soul of Angelus, using either body as a vessel to return him to earth."
"You mean this," Erin said, coming into the room with a book bag.
She opened the bag and pulled out a weird shaped rock, that looked like a demon mixed with an angel.
"It is called the demonic angel. It is used to summon the foulest of creatures," Erin explained.
"How did you get it," Faith asked.
"Kat. She found it. She knew if she got rid of it, she'd save you for now."
"She is one smart kid," Willow said.
"Yeah. She did exactly what you did, hacked their mainframe and got the information. But the stuff on her mother, she didn't expect."
"Poor girl," Tara said, "Her life is hell compared to what we go through."
"Its worse. The world out there is worse. Drugs, AIDS, and people dying on the street. Where we grew up, we saw all of these things. It's like that song by Billy Gilman, One Voice. 'We need some help, down here on earth. A thousand prayers, a millions words, but one voice was heard.' I think every time I hear that song, that it is her voice that is being heard, cause all she does is fight for a better tomorrow, like all of you."
Erin gave the statue to Giles and left them alone. She sat back down by Kat, not wanting to leave her side. Buffy walked over to Erin and sat next to her.
"Erin, I swear to you, we'll help her," Buffy spoke softly.
"I know. I trust you guys."
"Well I think we should all get some sleep. Buffy, you and Faith should at least board up the window for the night," Giles said.
"Yeah, come on Faith. Boards are out back."
Buffy and Faith went out back and got two large flat boards. They put them over the broken window and hammered them securely to the frame. Erin was already asleep on the floor next to the couch. Giles went to the recliner and got comfortable. And then the two couples went upstairs.
"You guys can take the guest room next to mine," Buffy said to Tara and Faith.
They nodded and headed into the room, shutting the door. Willow and Buffy went into her bedroom and just crashed on the bed.
"So much for a great homecoming," Willow chuckled.
"Could have been worse."
"How so?"
When I think of the answer, I'll tell you."
Buffy snuggled into Willow and they fell asleep instantly. For some reason, both Willow and Tara woke up and headed down stairs. They knew the other was there, but their focus was on Erin. They could tell she was struggling with a nightmare that her lover was having.
"Connected dreams," Tara said softly.
"Yeah. Like our warriors and us. Do you think this has to do with that story you told us about?"
"Yeah, Willow, I do."
Tara knelt by Erin with a cool cloth and wiped the sweat from her brow. She stood up and went by Willow's side.
"What ever is causing this pain for Kat, is similar to what hurts Buffy and Faith. And it's effecting Erin like it does us. Maybe we can help her control her powers, that info on her said she was a priestess," Tara said, once again in a soft tone.
"Yeah. Man, Joyce is going to flip when she sees all these people in her house."
"Well at least Xander and Anya aren't together and here, using her bed."
"As good old Xander would say, and I quote, 'Scary Visual Place!'"
They two girls chuckled softly and headed back to bed. They woke up the next morning alone in their own respected beds. Faith and Buffy always got up before them. Today was no different. Good thing they did get up early, cause when Joyce came home, there was a lot of explaining to do. Especially because her front window was boarded up, and two strange girls sleeping on the floor and couch. Buffy, Giles, Faith and Joyce were in the kitchen, talking about what had occurred the night before.
"So, the girl on the couch was attacked by vampires and the girl on the floor is her girlfriend," Joyce asked.
"Yes. The girl on the couch is Kat, and the one on the floor is Erin. Kat's father owed some demons a big debt, so he gave them Kat to pay off the debt," Buffy said.
"So basically she is a slave," Faith added.
"Yeah. She does odd jobs for these two demons, but there is a catch. They work for the council. The very same council that I used to work for before I turned may back against them. Her latest assignment was to kill Faith, Tara, Willow and myself. She couldn't though, because she could understand our love," Buffy said.
"That is horrible. Making that poor girl a slave," Joyce sighed.
"Well it gets worse. Those demons are the after her, and that is why the window is boarded up. They came here for her, but Faith and I disposed of them. According to her and Erin, there is a tracking device implanted on her arm. Also, she is a half-breed. She is half vampire, half human."
"What type of vampire?"
"A day walker," Giles chimed in, "A more evolved group than our vampires here. They are not hell bent on destroying everyone and everything. They have their souls, and only take those who want to be apart of their society. And they only drink from those whom are willing or are their own kind."
"So she is a good guy," Joyce asked.
"Yes."
"And isn't going to hurt my daughter?"
"No," Erin said, as she walked into the room.
"Erin, are you ok," Buffy asked.
"Couldn't sleep anymore. It's just really hard sitting by her side, waiting, hoping for her to wake up."
"I understand," Tara said behind her.
"Yeah, Tara and I know that feeling all too well," Willow answered.
"Well, now everyone is up, except Kat," Giles said.
"I'll make breakfast, I'm Joyce by the way," Joyce offered.
"I'm Erin."
"I'll help you with breakfast," Faith said.
Tara, Willow and Erin went out back again and sat in the warm sunshine. Erin just closed her eyes and allowed the warmth to help soothe her own soul.
"Do you share your dreams often," Tara asked.
"Yes. How did you know," Erin replied.
"Instinct. We woke up, both of us, and went to your side," Willow said.
"Ever since we joined it has been that way."
"Joined," Tara asked.
"A Wiccan ceremony to bind to lovers together, it's similar to hand fasting. I take it that you and your lover will have a more traditional setting, for both weddings."
"How did you know," Willow asked.
"Easy. Lovers glow is always easy to spot."
Both girls blushed.
"You, Willow, asked Buffy and Faith asked Tara."
"You are amazing, you know that Erin," Tara said.
"Aye, I know. And I know your question; yes I am a priestess. But she will not allow me to enter her dreams to save her. She tells me that it is her battle. And I do not betray her trust in me."
"We understand. It took both Faith and Buffy a long time to let us help them. She may allow you, one day," Willow said.
Erin stood up and walked a bit away from the other two. She held her head down; tears silently fell from her eyes.
"All I want to do is live a normal life, so to speak, with her. I have known her for six years, been with her for four years. We've been joined for three years. She loves it out here, and I can see why. I like it here too, and I already found great friends, for just knowing you a day. I wasn't happy where we were before, but I am happy here."
"We like you too, Erin, and I am saying that cause I know Wills feels the same way I do," Tara said, "And Faith and Buffy know exactly what your love did for them. She sacrificed herself and you to protect them. And we'll, all of us, will protect you guys."
"Definitely," Faith called from the back door, "She's starting to wake up."
Erin nodded and walked into the house to Kat's side. Faith looked at Tara and Willow.
"Poor girl. She is so lost, isn't she," Faith asked.
"Yes and no," Willow answered.
"Angel will be here at sunset, or a bit after. Cordy went to go pick him up, make it easier on him. Giles knows how to remove the implant, but its going to be tricky. According to what you found on her, the implant has been her arm for almost 7 years. He needs Angel's help to remove it. Poor girl."
"Come on, let's go check on Kat."
The three girls walked into the house and to the living room. Joyce had made some soup for Kat to eat. Erin was by her side, helping her eat. Buffy couldn't help but feel really bad for the girl on the couch. After Kat ate some soup, she was ready to answer any questions.
"Ok, I know you have questions, I got answers, so go for it," Kat said
"Well, was your father involved in the council," Giles asked.
"No, that would be Manix and Kresiaz. They are experimental demons who help them locate new species and artifacts and relics. My father was a heavy gambler and got in way over his head. I was young, so they figured I could be used in helping them. So I settled that bastards debts. They sent me to England to have the implant placed on my arm so they could locate me. I was to follow both the council and the demon's orders. I was used to kill of some day walkers, and other demons. I have only taken a human life once, but out of total self-defense. Erin can vouch for that. To them I am just another piece of trash."
"And she is right. This scar came from that attack. You can access the police record if need be," Erin said in Kat's defense.
"I believe you," Tara said.
The rest of the room nodded in agreement.
"Ok, now that we have that out, why did the council want you to kill Buffy and Faith," Giles asked.
"Simple, they wanted a new slayer. They knew that could control the new slayer. But I read how Buffy is the best slayer, next to Faith, of course. You are the chosen two slayers, and with your powerful mages at your side, you will be able to close the hell mouth, for good."
"One final question, what does this have to do with Erin and yourself," Giles asked, again.
"They need our help," Erin said, helping her lover.
"How?"
"Its like the story, that is how," Tara spoke up, "Buffy and Willow have faced Angelus, Faith needs to help Buffy, along with Kat. While Erin, Willow and myself find a banishing spell to finally get rid of Angelus for good."
"Kat is a fighter?"
"One of the best," Erin said, "She's fought guys twice her size. Yes she got her ass beat by vamps, but she was out of it. How would you feel if you'd been separated from your lover for over a year?"
Buffy looked over to Willow and smiled.
"I know what that is like," Buffy said, "Giles, she's right. That girl has got some power about her I can sense it. I mean look, most of her wounds are healed, must be a power of the day walker."
"Super healers, similar to the slayer. My leg will probably be healed in a day or two more. It's a kick ass trait," Kat said.
"Yeah it is, it helps to relieve the stress of our girls," Buffy said.
"Yeah it does," Faith added.
They got some glares from Tara, Erin and Willow.
"One day she's been home and I'm in the dog house," Buffy muttered.
Faith chuckled at Buffy's predicament, but realized she was in the same boat.
"So, Buff, who'll take the couch, you, me or Kat," Faith asked.
"Hey, I am on this couch till I need to use the bathroom or until I can walk on my leg," Kat said, with a slight growl, "Erin, could you help me to the bathroom?"
Everyone chuckled at the comment. Erin helped Kat off the couch and up to the bathroom. When she came downstairs, she was walking without the brace around her leg. Her leg was feeling much better, and it wasn't broken. She could put her weight on it, but Erin still helped her.
"So I guess the couch is free now," Buffy joked.
"No, its still mine," Kat grinned.
"And how do you see that?"
"One, I am faster than you slayer."
"And two?"
Kat snapped her fingers and she was back lying on the couch.
"Our lovers aren't the only ones with powers."
Kat smiled a cheshire grin at Faith and Buffy, and all three witches began to laugh. The two slayers were just outdone by kid. Even Giles and Joyce found this amusing.
"For the first time, I think you've knocked the words right out of their mouths," Giles chuckled.
"Laugh it up. We'll get her, one way or another," Buffy said.
"I'm waiting," Kat said, with an evil grin.
Erin knew her lover was up to something, so she went to her side and sat next to her. Then within a mere second, Buffy and Faith were reduced to their undergarments and their clothes in a pile in front of them. Giles turned all sorts of red while the two slayers grabbed their clothes and ran up the steps. Tara and Willow were rolling on the floor laughing at their lovers' undressed state.
"You are an evil one," Erin said to Kat.
"You still love me though."
"Of course."
Then Erin met Kat's lips with a simple kiss. A few moments later the two defeated slayers came back downstairs, clothed.
"Still want to get me back," Kat asked.
"Who knows. But good jokes. You'll have to use that one on Xander sometime," Buffy grinned.
"Sure thing."
"Man, who knew you had magic," Faith said.
"I did," Erin said, "I taught her how to focus it."
"You two are truly amazing," Giles said.
"Thanks. I think we should head back to my apartment," Kat said.
"No," both Buffy and Faith said.
"They are right. You should stay here or at my place, where it is safer," Giles said.
"But it doesn't matter where I go, those demons will find me!"
"Yes, that is true, but once we remove the tag, you'll be safer."
"Yeah, listen to us. We've dealt with demons for a long time. I know you can protect yourself and Erin can do the same for herself, but this is our town, and now our problem. It's our problem now because you are our friends, and we'll look out for you, cause we know you'll look out for us," Willow said.
"Thanks, that is really awesome to know, you know. I mean most of my family is gone. Hell, to me, my father is dead. He let them kill my mother, to me that is worse than death."
"Hey, its ok. Honest. We'll help ya through this," Faith said, walking to Kat.
She placed a hand on Kat's shoulder.
"I promise."
"Thanks Faith. Sorry about the little joke."
"That's cool. Like Buffy said, pull it on Xander, he'll flip."
"No prob. Can we go back to the Bronze?"
"Not tonight," Buffy said.
"Why not?"
"Angel will be here soon. He is my ex before my Wills here he can help though. He is a vampire, but has a soul. He'll be here at nightfall, with Cordelia and Xander."
"Hopefully Xander will survive the trip," Willow chuckled.
"True, those two never got along. But if it's for a greater good, I think he can do it."
"Besides, Cordy has got the boy whipped," Faith added.
This made everyone, including Joyce and Giles to laugh. Faith escorted Kat back to her apartment to get clothes and back to the house. Kat then cleaned and showered up. By now it was about 2 in the afternoon. Kat seemed much better. Erin never left her side though. She would always be protective of her lover. Everyone could understand that. Sometime around 3, Oz and Emma came over. They figured he could help since he learned to use the inner wolf for good.