Title Series: A Hairy Situation

Rating: PG-13

Chapter: Fifteen

Author: White Werewolf

Category: Buffy/Xander

Spoilers/Timeframe: Season 6. Before Xander's failed

marriage, and Spuffy is happening. Willow and Tara are

separated due to Willow's magic use. And Dawn almost

got killed because of Willow's problem.

Summary: While on a camping trip, Xander starts to go

through some changes. And, it's for the better.

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With glaring eyes I asked, "Can I, Buffy? Can I do it?"

Before I heard an answer from Buffy, she ran past me and grabbed Spike by the collar and shoved him into the wall. With her eyes full of anger, she growled, "What the fuck did you do to my sister, Spike?"

Spike looked at her, back at me, and then back at her, "Face it, Buffy. The only way that you'll ever come back here is if something happened to Dawn. You may say that our relationship is over, but that's not what you really want, is it? You crave my body, my flesh. I'm a part of you, and you love me."

My girlfriend continued in her tone, "Get this through you thick skull, Spike. You and me are over. Nothing will ever change that. And for hurting Dawn, I'm going to kill you."

I smirked, "Can I help?"

The Vampire chuckled slightly, "What can you do? Sure, Buffy can hurt me even though I know she won't. She's the Slayer. You wanna know what you are? You're Joe Normal."

I laughed in response.

He glanced at me, "Why are you laughing?"

I went to my pocket and pulled out a stake, and handed it to her. "Here you go, Buffy. You know that I'd love to stake him, but I think you need closure."

She smiled, "Thanks, Xand."

"Buffy?"

Both Buffy and I turned around and saw Dawn getting to her feet.

"Go see if she's okay, Xander. If Spike gives me any trouble, I'll call you."

I wanted to stay with Buffy and see her slay that pathetic vampire, but Dawn needed me. So, rather than listening to what they were talking about, I went over to my younger friend and knelt down bringing her with me. "You okay, Dawnie?" I asked with full sincerity.

Dawn nodded, "I think so, Xander."

"What happened? I thought Spike couldn't hurt humans, and why would he attack you?"

She took a deep breath, and answered, "To answer your first question. I'm not exactly a normal human, Xand. I'm a key, remember?"

"True, but that doesn't explain why he would hurt you. Of all of us, you're the only one that he wouldn't hurt. That is if he truly did care for you."

In response, she mumbled something.

"What did you say?"

"I said, we had an argument. Spike kept saying that Buffy loved him, but I knew she didn't. I know a lot of things, Xander, and one of them is that Buffy won't let herself fall for another vampire. True, she had a relationship with Angel, but it was a painful one. She learned her lesson the first time."

I grinned, "That's good to know," and then I paused, and continued, "so, you two had an argument over Spike 'love' for Buffy. I take it he didn't take it well."

A nod was made, "Yeah. It got heated, and before we knew anything else, he went berserk and hit me. That's when you found me."

"I'm glad I did, Dawn. I wouldn't know what I do if I lost you, your sister, or Wills. So, now that you know what's been going on, what do you feel about Spike?"

Her eyes narrowed, "I want him dead!"

I smiled, "As do I. As do I."

"Werewolf what?"

As soon as those words were spoken, Dawn and I glanced over to Buffy and Spike.

Buffy turned to me, "Xand, Honey, show Spike what you can do."

I nodded and walked over to the two of them, with Dawn behind me. I went in front of my soul mate and grabbed Spike by the collar and brought his face to mine. "Watch this, Spike."

With that said, I closed my eyes and thought. Werewolf Guardian. Werewolf Guardian. C'mon, baby. Show him.

I felt something happen in my chest and opened my eyes. Soon, my eyes flashed yellow and transformed into my inner beast. As soon as I fully transformed, I let out a mighty howl.

He smirked, "So, you're a werewolf? Doesn't matter. All I need is silver bullets."

Alright, Xander. Let's see what I can do. Think. Try to talk. "I don't think so. You hurt my girlfriend's sister and you've taken advantage of Buffy. You don't deserve to be on the same Earth as these women."

"You can talk?"

I chuckled, "Among other things, Spikey." I grabbed the stake from Buffy and pinned the Vampire with my claw over his neck. "This will soon be all over. Tell Angelus we said, 'Hi.'"

I was about to jam the stake into his heart when I heard something, "Don't, Xander."

Keeping the demon at bay, I faced the young brunette, "I thought you want him dead, Dawn."

She nodded, "I do. But I want to do it."

I glanced at Buffy and she nodded back to me. I shrugged, and gave her the stake. "Buffy and I'll hold him for you."

With that said, the two of us grabbed Spike by the arms and held him in the center of the crypt. "You don't want to do this, Nibblit."

Buffy's sister glared at the demon, "Oh, but I do. When Mom died, you were the only one that truly understood how I felt. You were there for me during the summer when Buffy died. But, when she came back, she wasn't the same Buffy I remember-she was all depressed big time. And then I find out that you've been talking advantage of her this whole time while she was trying to get her life together. You think you love her? That will never happen. She's moved on, and apparently it's with Xander. And you know? I think that she's finally happy. I don't think you deserve to see her that way. I'm going to kick you in the nuts and then stake you."

Buffy giggled in response.

I noticed this and asked, "What's so funny, Buff?"

After she calmed down. "It's what Dawn said. Sorry to say this, Dawn, but Spike doesn't have any nuts-old smelting accident."

Dawn and I shared a look, "What?" We asked in unison.

Spike looked at Buffy, "I told you never to mention that, Slayer. It's not my fault Dru did that to me three years ago. She wanted to try something new, and did it when I was knocked out when I came to, we tried it, and she was disgusted. That's why she left me, because I lost them."

In response, we all laughed.

And laughed.

And laughed.

"Alright, enough already. If you're going to kill me, do it now."

Dawn nodded, "No, problem." Then she staked him and he crumbled to dust. "That's the end of Spike.

"It sure is. So, how do you feel? Any better?"

A smile was made, "I actually do, Xander."

"And you?"

"What does this tell you?" Then Buffy walked over to me, and kissed my black nose.

"It tells me a lot. Now, how about we go back to my apartment so I can get some clothes."

The teenager said, "Sounds cool. Now, tell me about this Werewolf Guardian."

"It's like this," I began and started to tell my story. As I talked, the three of us made it to my apartment.

As soon as we made the coast was clear, Buffy, Dawn, and I approached my apartment, and walked inside since the door wasn't on the hinges.

The apartment was exactly how I left it a few nights ago. "I'm going to my room to get some clothes. You two can watch some television. I'll only be a few moments."

After I said that, I went to my room leaving my soul mate and her sister in front of the television.

When I came into my room, first thing I did was fall flat on my bed with my face on the pillow. God, I was so tired. I would've fell asleep right then and there, but I realized I couldn't stay as a werewolf, so after some thought, I was able to transform back into a human-naked of course.

I got out of the bed and quickly got dressed. No need to go in detail about that.

Dressed, I fell back on the bed, and closed my eyes to rest them, not to fall asleep.

Soon, I felt an arm side underneath my neck, and another arm around my chest. Then my sense of smell fired away as I smelt Buffy's shampoo. I instinctively kissed the crown of her head. "Hey, Buffster."

"Hi, Xand."

"Sorry I didn't leave after getting dressed. I'm tired and just wanted to relax a little-y'know, rest the old eyes."

I could feel her nod on my chest, "I know the feeling all too well, baby. That's how I feel after a full night of slaying. I just want to crash."

With Buffy's arm wrapped around me, I wanted to sleep even more.

"Xand?"

"Hmm?"

She took a deep breath, "Dawn and I've been talking. With you not having a door, and the fact that you don't spend too much time at home lately, why don't you move into my house? I already know that you'd protect me and Dawnie. We want you to stay with us. You can sleep with me in my room."

I was about to respond when Dawn yelled, "Guys, get in here. Cordy's here."

"Cordy?" I asked her, "Why would Cordy be here?"

THE END

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Alright people,

This ends A Hairy Situation. There were a lot of changes between this version and the original version that I posted in November of 2002. I want to thank a ton of people for sending me feedback throughout this fic.

But most of all, I want to thank Ozmandayus, Danii, Mims, Malaskor, and Teri.

There is a sequel to this fic, entitled, A Scaled Dilemma, which is part 2 of the Werewolf Guardian Trilogy. It will either be written in third person or Buffy's POV. Following ASD, will be the last fic, A Foretold Prophecy.

Next up for White Werewolf is the mass crossover. After recording the votes. The next one will be my Buffy/Xander and Sam/Daniel crossover between Buffy/Hercules/Evil Dead/Stargate.

But before that, I'm writing chapter 1 to a co-written with Teri. I won't say the title of the fic, but like most of my work, it's 100% original.

Until next time, this White Werewolf signing off.