Wildfire

"Lizzy," Ciel called up to the sleeping girl. It'd been a few weeks, but Ciel still wasn't used to having her around. To be honest, he was still adjusting to having Rige back as well. She was out at the moment though, working at the store. Willow was helping her. Ciel was about to call up again, but heard movement upstairs. Lizzy showed her face with a yawn. "I figured you would want some breakfast," Ciel explained.

"Is Rige gone?" Lizzy asked. Ciel nodded.

"She wanted to open early today," he replied. Lizzy walked down the stairs into the kitchen where some waffles popped out of the toaster. With a smile, she grabbed them and tossed them on a plate.

"How did you sleep?" Lizzy asked with a slight blush. Ciel shrugged.

"I slept alright," he sighed.

"Is there still no word from Sebastian?"

"No, we have nothing," Ciel muttered, sitting down to eat his own breakfast. Lizzy sat down across from him. "I still think we should be out looking for Buffy."

"Ciel, Rige said that she'd come back when she was ready," Lizzy reminded him. He couldn't help but smirk. She was always assuring, just like she had been. He reached over and hesitantly grabbed her hand. He was, in a strange way, utterly relieved to have her back.

Rige quickly finished setting up for the day, glancing over at Willow. "You know, you shouldn't worry so much. It's bad for your help," Rige pointed out. Willow looked up, setting aside the candle she was holding.

"Sorry," Willow stumbled. "I just wish she'd send us something to let us know she's okay." Rige rubbed the girl's shoulder.

"Are you going out with Oz tonight?" Rige asked. Willow shrugged.

"I might," Willow replied.

"I was actually hoping we could all go patrolling. With Buffy gone, someone needs to step in," Rige sighed.

"Have you talked to Giles about it?" Willow asked.

"I was going to," Rige answered.

"Give him a call. You're right. We all need to step in," Willow replied. Rige went to call Giles. She was still wondering where Sebastian was. He also was giving her no sign of where he was. Rige was thinking of talking with the Council. It would be the smart decision. She was back to being a demon. She had to be open with the demons.

***The Graveyard***

They all sat on tombstones and the ground, waiting for vampires. Rige lit a cigarette, watching the darkness. "When did you start smoking?" Xander asked. Rige glared.

"Shut up," she growled. Lizzy leaned back into Ciel. Rige wondered how he was adjusting. Every time she asked, though, Ciel avoided the question. There was nothing she could do, not if he wouldn't be open. Rige let out a puff of smoke as she leaned back. It was so dull, not a vampire in sight.

"There's nothing," Ciel complained.

"It may be so tonight, but maybe not tomorrow," Giles chimed in, fixing his glasses. He looked over at Rige. She'd been getting a lot of looks lately, since her return. Some were shocked that she had come back, and others were shocked by the change in looks. Others, though, were aroused by her looks. She knew Giles was in one of the first categories, if not both.

"So we just keep coming back here?" Oz asked.

"What other option is there?" Rige replied. They all pouted.

"I wish Buffy would just come back," Xander sighed. Rige patted his head.

"She'll be back, eventually," Rige assured. She only hoped that fate didn't prove her wrong.

***Mayor's Office***

"This is the year!" the Mayor practically sang. Sebastian just glared. A man walked into the office.

"Sir, we have a sight of Rige," the man explained. Sebastian perked up suddenly. Rige had come back? "She had a blonde girl with her, some curly haired kid." She'd done it. She had brought someone back. That meant… That meant she was a demon again. Sebastian almost sighed in relief.

"Ah, the plot thickens," the Mayor laughed. He looked over at Sebastian. "You're going to be in for a fun ride this year!" Sebastian internally groaned. He really hoped Rige would find him. It had to end. He needed Rige. The wildfire was starting to burn, and in the end, who knew who would stand in the ashes?

A/N: WE FINALLY RETURN! Ok I survived November and have returned at long last. So as I return with this, I also give a little remodeling. Each chapter will have a song name to open it. This one is Wildfire by Demi Lovato. I ADORE this song to pieces. I also find it fits Rige all too well. It also sets a good mood and tone because... We have entered Season 3 of Buffy! This chapter does take place around the time of episode Anne. I have a list of episodes I will be doing, and we're in for a thrill ride. Lizzy has joined our train of characters now (I just love her so much) and living with Ciel and Rige. Here's what we're going to look forward to: Expect love tensions throughout the chapters, and for some broken hearts in the mix. Lizzie's past will also have an appearance, mainly about what happened after Ciel left. Also, Faith. Enough is said. Just Faith. I'm sorry this chapter is short. I wanted to ease in a bit. Our next episode will be Faith, Hope, and Tricks. I'm not sure when I'll be able to write it, but I do plan on writing it soon (?). I have a lot of life stuff going on, and I need to refresh my mind on Buffy stuff. I just don't know when I'll be able to refresh myself. For now, check out my other fan fictions. I will be having a four part Black Butler special that will come out every Friday or Saturday of the month. I haven't decided which day. It's a comedy though and you should like it. Check my profile for more information at any point in time. Alright, I hope you enjoy this chapter, and please leave a review!