Chapter Six: Giles' Letter


Oh, I don't know how to even begin this. I'll start by saying that it's been a pleasure and a privilege to know such extraordinary young people, such as yourselves. Now, that I got the stuffy, British man out, as you all like to call me, I suppose I can get emotional.

You've all been such an important part of my life. Where I thought I was supposed to teach you, you all have taught me. I've learned valuable lessons from each one of you.


Willow. My dear sweet girl. You have come so far from the shy 'geek', as you call yourself. I wish I could've helped you advance in your powers, but deep down I knew you could take care of it. You'll always be the one I trust most to keep a level head. Even though recent happenings may make you think otherwise. You've become a powerful witch, and an even stronger person. Never ever underestimate yourself, again. You're a far better person now. Thank you, Willow.


I can't say enough about you Xander. You're mindless, brash, a great pain in the neck at times, and tiresome. And you are a good boy, with a good heart, who thinks of his friends first and won't let anything stop him from protecting them, even though he believes himself to be the weakest in the group. You've kept me from becoming overly pompous, kept Buffy from dying, and kept Willow from destroying the world. Thank you, Xander.


I have no more to teach you, no more thoughts of wisdom to impose on you, nothing more to give you. I always believed you could take care of yourself, but I'm glad you let me have the chance to take care of you at times. From the moment I met you, I knew you were different from any other slayers before. I don't think there isn't anything you can't do. That's why I don't think we'll die tomorrow. But you're more than just The Slayer, you've proven that to me time and again. I've watched you evolve from a reckless young girl into a responsible young woman, an adult. You are the daughter I never had, but wish I did. Thank You, Buffy.

Thank you all. I love you all.

Rupert Giles


(Thank you all so much for the reviews. Buffy and Spike's letters will be posted ASAP. I just have some editing to do.)