Wow, I didn't realize this chapter was so short when I typed it. Sorry about that, they will get a little longer. Some more than others anyway.

Chapter 6

Over a week went by and Spike was on the football field again smoking a cigarette. He hasn't made much progress with Buffy yet, she seemed like she didn't want help and he didn't think that she really trusted him. He knew this would take longer, but he had all the time in the world. "William?" He heard the British voice behind him and quickly threw the cigarette on the ground and stepped on it, hoping he wouldn't be caught with it when he turned at the voice and sighed.

"Oh, it's you. Sorry, thought you were my uncle. What can I help you with, Wesley?" Spike asked his Science teacher. He was the only teacher that let everyone call him by his first name. He was also one of Spike's favorite teachers and Science was the only class that he could really tolerate. Well, besides English.

"You know that really is a filthy habit." He said and Spike rolled his eyes.

"So I hear. I have a feeling you're not out here to tell me about my filthy habits." Wesley shook his head.

"I actually need your help with another student. Do you know Buffy Summers?" Spike looked at him when he said her name.

"Yeah, what about her?" He asked now interested.

"Well, I know she is a very bright girl even though she is a bit quiet. She doesn't seem to participate much and she seems to be having trouble in class. You are a bit distant, but you do very well in class and I was wondering if perhaps you could help her with the work." Spike sighed; he wondered if his uncle put him up to this.

"So, you want me to tutor her? Do you have any idea what that would do to my reputation?" Wesley shrugged.

"Isn't helping a young girl in need more important, William?" Spike sighed again; everyone was good at making him feel guilty.

"I'll offer to help her, but she may not want my help." Wesley nodded.

"Well, I already spoke to her about it. She seemed like she wouldn't mind the extra help." Spike looked at him.

"Did she say anything?" Wesley shook his head.

"I'm afraid not. I'll see you in class, William. Try to be on time." Spike nodded as Wesley walked away. He stood there for a while longer just thinking. He had to tutor her now which meant that he would get to spend more time with her. He smiled at that. This could be a good thing after all.