We saved the world, again…
The post averted-apocalypse party was in full swing at the temple. Urd had relented and was allowing Skuld to stay up late. The teenage goddess was taking full advantage of the opportunity to spend some more time with the others in a non life-or-death situation.
A temporary peace appeared to have been reached between Xander and Riley, much to Buffy's relief, but Oz was still uncomfortable around Willow and Tara. He made his excuses and left early, having already decided to leave Sunnydale behind and move up to LA to help Angel and Faith.
Taking advantage of a distraction, Xander slipped outside unseen.
TBC...