New Fic: There You Are

[zero]

Well i got a bit behind with this fic but i've caught up now and I gotta say, I'm totally enjoing it. You write Willow and Tara really well and I like your use of the other scoobies. The kids are cute and I'm looking forward to seing what happens.



One thing though, I thought we agreed the raven was going to be changed to a parrot..an ex-parrot with beautiful plumage!



Great stuff!

'Winners never quit, and quitters never win, but those who never win and never quit are idiots!'

[Scout]

I'm so glad we finally know who the bird is...of course, I'm not sure what she wants, but still it's progress. Thanks for the update!

[xita]

Ok, she is still trying to protect Emily. Worried a bit what she was doing. Great update

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Willow: (to Tara) I could heal.

Tara: (to Willow)And we’re gone.

[Jennpurr]

Me too, Xita. You had me worried, DW.



Okay... so, neither Morrigan or Ghaena are the bird, it's this other person. Hmmm... I wonder what she wants. My interest is very piqued (sp?) now. Can't wait for more.



Thank you,

Jen

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"Alyson Hannigan is a frickin' amazing kisser."Amber Benson
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Mi corazon perdido en ti...

[The Rose24]

I see you are up to your old tricks again.



Excellent update once again.

Tara: My heart doesn't stutter.

Tara: Willow, I got so lost.
Willow: I found you. I will always find you.

Willow: Hi, um Tara. I was wondering maybe you want to go out some time for coffee? food? Kisses and gay love?

[MadeinNZ]

This is great. I'm not sure who are the bad guys and who are the good guys. I'm sure all will be revealed.

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"When someone falls for Willow, they stay fallen" - Normal Again

[areslei]

Hmmmm....interesting. ::twiddles thumbs:: Very interesting.

you two are the two who are the two...


I never took us for granted and I always knew you and I are special but I never knew how much I'd miss you... 'Always Everywhere' K's Choice

[LeatherQueen]

Ooh, just what or who is Ghaena worried about? Very interesting update!

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"But when they're playing your song on the jukebox in Hell, you might as well dance." - K. Simpson


"Futile... like a FOX, baby!" - Tara in The Late Shift by wiccachica

[Lonewolf22]

DarkWiccan: Like always Great update, I am very curious about the what the story is behind Ghaena and Morrigan what happened between them, and if its not her then who is watching Willow, Tara, Emily, and Michelle. Again you have left us with more questions? I like that. I can't wait to read more.



Lonewolf

[Kerrison]

DW, how the heck did I miss this the first time?



I just read all of it in one sitting. (ouch. Neck hurts from staring at computer for toolong.)



I'm really glad you mentioned this is kitty chat last night or else I would have missed this awesome story of yours!



Kerry

"What a curious thing to be so upset about. Nature delights in diversity. Why don’t human beings?" -HBO Southern Comfort

[VampNo12]

Ah further intrigue with this part DarkWiccan, I like! Ghaena and Morrigan's relationship is interesting, and I am curious what (and why) Morrigan ran from to be labeled a "traitor". It seems that Ghaena is willing to give Morrigan a chance at redemption, and I am looking forward to how this plays out.



As for "Big Bird" (aka the raven, who refuses to die ) I wonder who, and what this bird wants with Emily. Obviously the bird is up to no good (I think), so I can't wait to see what other twists this story takes in further parts. And lastly I like how Tara (although worried), tries to stay calm with Emily so as to not upset her daughter for the real reason she wants her to sleep with her parents tonight. Can't wait for the next part!



Edited to add I can see what you mean about Ghaena's loyalties being questioned in later parts, because I find it fascinating how the lines are being blurred (ie it's getting hard to tell the good guys from the bad guys, or at least everyone's "true" motives).

Edited by: VampNo12  at: 7/5/02 12:45:17 am

[snuggle79]

great update! I hope they will get rid of that bird as soon as possible.

Oh baby, want me to rub your tummy? She likes it when I ... stop explaining things.

Hi, um Tara..how are you? well...I was wondering maybe you want to go out some time...for coffee? food? Kisses and gay love?

[mollyig]

Ghaena is willing to allow Morrigan to assist in the protection of Willow, Tara and their daughters. I hope that means Morrigan can be trusted, and that Ghaena is not letting the fact that she saved Adrianna cloud her judgment.



I'm glad that the bird lurking outside Emily's window was brought to Tara's attention. Feel much better now that Emily will be sleeping with her mothers tonight.



Great update DarkWiccan.

Adding up the total of a love that's true, multiply life by the power of two
Indigo Girls

[singgirl]

hmmmm....i be confused....but that's a good thing, i think...means you are doing a good job.

[tkheaven]

Ok, Morrigan=traitor but good guy, I think...Ghaena=good guy with a past linked to Morrigan, and I'm gonna start having a weird time watching Sesame Street the same way again... I'm really liking the updates, DW..I can't wait to read the next ones you post up



BTW, I gotta agree with Jennpurr. I finally stopped by your site. My eyes went *boingggg* *mua* BIG smooches for you! (me, flirting? naaahhhhh....so, uhh, when's your next update?) And have I mentioned how beautiful you are??

Tk's new and improved "GrrArgg"

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Tara was similarly riveted, her body on slow burn as Willow's lips parted and her mouth opened, the food slipping inside and being consumed. Never in her life had Tara ever wanted to be a chicken casserole so badly...Later that night..."It's good to be a chicken casserole," Tara murmured, before passing out. ~ Answering Darkness by Sassette

[Puff]

Great update DW and it helps explain a bit of the link. So who is the bad guy (Girl) after them?

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You know, it's a real deal relationship and that's why people can relate to it
Amber Benson

[Loco2]

hey, great update. with them both being exhausted from new baby syndrome, their not going to be too sharp if something turns up, are they? that bird....crap. but now i'm totally and utterly confused; i think i've been reading too many fics at once, so now i'm off to read the last few chapters again and see if anything makes more sense.



steph

"Dr. Becker, have you seen the skeleton?" "What do you think I am, a skeleton thief? You want to search me?!"
"Who sponsered career day this year, The Brittish Soccer Fan Association?!" - Xander - What's My Line?
"We'll all be a lot happier without the constant whining....Mom, Buffy, Tara, Waah" - DMW to Dawn

[Grimaldi]

great update that damn bird is too creepy, hope that Ghaena tells everyone that Morrigan wants to help protect Emily not hurt her.

Dude, we're surrounded by perverts!

Worm, are you ready to die in the cleansing apocalypse?

Its not my fault that you're a little geek with no sense of humor

[DarkWiccan]

Okay quick responses...



***BethanyB3 -- Thanks for the invite! But i was stuck in rehearsal most of the night But thanks! I hope you didn't get arrested.



***Murasaki S -- Re: Avalon connection... you think so? I dunno... ME is weird... sometimes I wonder if they were to steal our story ideas if the show wouldn't be even better... hmmm Hey Joss! Steal my fic! Please!



***zero -- Yes, well... you see we had a parrot... but it died... hence the ex-parrot bit.. but... an exparrot just isn't menacing enough... it sort of just lays there.



***scout -- you found out who the bird is? Really? who is it?



***xita -- Yes, Ghaena is still protecting Emily... but is Morrigan.. hmmmmm....



***Jennpurr -- Oo... I "piqued" your interest? Well... go me... so... are you single? LOL



***The Rose24 -- What? Me With tricks? Nah..



***MadeinNZ -- Excellent... you are suitabley confused... ::rubs hands together with glee::



***areslei -- do you twiddle your thumbs at me, sir?



***LeatherQueen -- All shall be revealed in time...



***LoneWolf22 -- Just call me the Riddler w/o the nasty spandex suit



***Kerrison --I hadn't realized you hadn't read this fic yet... glad you enjoy!



***VampNo12 --Morrigan's history will be revealed... slowly... and yes... blurry lines... hmm...



***snuggle79 -- Yes, but is the bird truly bad.. do we know this for a fact? Or is the bird trying to warn our heriones of something... Or is it just a dumb bird that has a yen for witches... who knows? Well, I do... but I'm not tellin' ... yet.



***mollyig -- Well, Ghaena seems to think that Morrigan can be trusted...



***singgirl -- why thank you



***tkheaven -- now now... flattery will not get you updates... in theory... I can be strong... really... Awe... okay... update will be coming soon... geez I'm such a pushover. (P.S. so are you and Jennpurr married yet, or what? )



***Puff -- who indeed... who indeed ::cue ominous music::



***Loco2 -- It's not supposed to make sense.. that's the point... uh.. I think... okay, now *I'm* confused...



***Grimaldi -- Oh, I'm sure Ghaena will.



Cheers

DarkWiccan

[Ressick]

*does a little dance*



Love the mini-update... and the grown ups finally understanding about Big Bird...



I look forward to seeing exactly where Morrigan's life has taken her, and what that means for the Rosenberg-Maclays...



Res

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http://www.ressick.net

"I'm very seldom naughty." ~ Willow

[Jennpurr]

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***Jennpurr -- Oo... I "piqued" your interest? Well... go me... so... are you single? LOL

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Yes.... my interest is very piqued. I'm so loving this story.



Hee... and yes. I'm very single right now. You?



Jen

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"Alyson Hannigan is a frickin' amazing kisser."Amber Benson
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Mi corazon perdido en ti...

[tkheaven]

*tk looks over at Jennpurr Oh yeah, so we're single?? ok, ok we can share ya know....hehe

Tk's new and improved "GrrArgg"

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Tara was similarly riveted, her body on slow burn as Willow's lips parted and her mouth opened, the food slipping inside and being consumed. Never in her life had Tara ever wanted to be a chicken casserole so badly...Later that night..."It's good to be a chicken casserole," Tara murmured, before passing out. ~ Answering Darkness by Sassette

[Jennpurr]

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*tk looks over at Jennpurr* Oh yeah, so we're single?? ok, ok we can share ya know....hehe

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Is there something I should know, tk. *Wraps you up in a big hug*



Who's that in your avatar, BTW?



Jen

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"Alyson Hannigan is a frickin' amazing kisser."Amber Benson
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Mi corazon perdido en ti...

Edited by: Jennpurr  at: 7/5/02 3:07:41 pm

[areslei]

ah, but DW, thou has my mind on overload...I can smell something brewing. Or maybe that's my brain smoking. Hmmm...what are Morrigan's intentions. What does the raven want. And what do you have to do to kill the damned thing? Do we want it dead? So many interesting twists that have me grinning from ear to ear.

you two are the two who are the two...


I never took us for granted and I always knew you and I are special but I never knew how much I'd miss you... 'Always Everywhere' K's Choice

[singgirl]

you are most definately welcome, I am patiently awaiting an update.......................................................

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...............................................hmmmm........................................

.......not as easy as i thought....get a move on!

Edited by: xita  at: 7/6/02 6:25:29 pm

[tkheaven]

Jennpurr, who? what? me not telling you what *gulp*... no no no, you can have DW, as long as we can still share well, as long as we're allowed to, anyway



that would be me and my girl, I'm with the longer hair. it's weird cuz I hadn't seen some in the pics for a while and I'm looking at it and looking at myself now thinking, damn I gotta get back to a gym....blah

Tk's new and improved "GrrArgg"

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Tara was similarly riveted, her body on slow burn as Willow's lips parted and her mouth opened, the food slipping inside and being consumed. Never in her life had Tara ever wanted to be a chicken casserole so badly...Later that night..."It's good to be a chicken casserole," Tara murmured, before passing out. ~ Answering Darkness by Sassette

[DarkWiccan]

I say teaser b/c it's so damned short and is leading up to something big....



***tk and Jenn -- Now, now, there's more than enough of me to go around... well... not *more* than enough.. but I am flexible



Here We Go!

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Buffy came careening around the corner onto Willow and Tara’s street, slowing her pace only as she grew even nearer to the couple’s house, training her eyes to the shadows looking for anyone or anything suspicious.



“You!” She barked loudly, grabbing Ghanae by the throat and slamming her up against the tree the priestess had been hiding behind. “What are you doing here? What do you want with Emily? Who are you?”



“Ghaen-ack”, the brunette tried to speak, choking. “It’s… mah…Gha…”



The priestess tried to struggle but it was no use, with every shift the slayer’s grip tightened like a boa constrictor.



“Ack…” she choked, “Pleas…ah…” After a moment, Ghaena ceased her resistance and closed her eyes, whispering quietly, “Solvo.”



Inexplicably Buffy let go and took a step back, seemingly confused by her own actions. Ghaena took several deep recovery breaths before speaking. “Buffy, it’s me. Don’t you recognize me? It’s Ghaena.”



“Are you really?” Buffy asked incredulously, “Or are you Morrigan?”



“What?” questioned Ghaena, still catching her breath. “No, Morrigan is not here.” The priestess stepped aside of the slayer and looked up to the trees. “Damn, you scared her off.”



“Morrigan?” Buffy inquired, trying to see what Ghaena was looking at.



“No… a raven… just up there”, she said, pointing to a tree branch.



“Morrigan”, the slayer concluded.



“No”, Ghaena countered, turning to face her, “How do you know Morrigan?”



“Willow and Tara told me”, Buffy explained, “They bound her to a tree ten years ago. Now she’s back with her vengeance game on.”



“They bound her to a tree?” Ghaena puzzled. “She didn’t mention that. Are you sure it was Morrigan that they bound?”



“What do you mean ‘she didn’t mention that’?” Buffy replied. “Have you been talking to her? Are you two in cahoots?”



“Buffy!” Tara called out, running over to the slayer from the front porch. She paused, eyeing Ghaena warily, “Are you Morrigan? Tell me the truth.”



“No”, the priestess vehemently replied, “I am not.”



“She may not be, but the two of them are in league together.” Buffy surmised.



“Is that true?” Tara demanded.



Ghaena paused a moment, seeing the fear and anger in the blonde wiccan’s eyes. She would tell the truth, though Tara would not understand. “Yes”, she stated simply.



“Leave”, Tara bit out. “Now.”



“Tara, it’s not what it looks like—“ Ghaena began.



“How can it not be?” Tara asked, cutting her off. “I have seen what Morrigan is, what she is capable of. You have put my entire family, my littlest things, in mortal danger. I cannot forgive you and I do not want to understand.”



“Yes, you’re family is in danger”, Ghaena affirmed, “but not by Morrigan. By something much worse. Morrigan and I are in league together because we are trying to protect you.”



“Enough”, Tara snapped. “I trusted you. I convinced Willow to trust you. But now I find you spying outside my window, scaring my daughter. I know you are the raven. I’ve seen the feather.”



“That feather was not mine.” The priestess defended.



“Then whose? The raven is Morrigan’s totem.”



“Not necessarily—“



“Then whose?” Tara pressed again.



Ghaena merely met her gaze, her expression that of apprehension, as if simply by mentioning the name, she risked damning them all.



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TBC...

"Promise me you'll never be linear." "On my trout."

Edited by: DarkWiccan at: 7/6/02 5:02:37 pm

[Jennpurr]

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***tk and Jenn -- Now, now, there's more than enough of me to go around... well... not *more* than enough.. but I am flexible

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Hee... tk, I thought you had a girl? You sneaky little thing you. And you look very fine in those pictures, if I do say so myself.



And DW, flexible, huh? **Tucks that away for future knowledge**



You're such an evil woman. Ending it there!!!! That was sooo not fair! Will there be more soon?? I want to see who this woman is. Grrr... evil cliffhangers!!



I'll just go hide under my rock, till you post again.



Jen

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"Alyson Hannigan is a frickin' amazing kisser."Amber Benson
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Mi corazon perdido en ti...

Edited by: Jennpurr  at: 7/6/02 5:09:37 pm

[VampNo12]

Oh intrigue in this part, DW. Ghaena telling Buffy and Tara about being in contact with Morriagan, and denying they are trying to harm Tara's family. Ghaena not knowing about Morrigan's previous (unfriendly encounter with W&T 10 years ago). And now that cliffhanger, I so need to know who the raven is, and why ".... as simply by mentioning the name, she risked damning them all." Can't wait to find out Ghaena's explanation!

[Scout]

So Adrianna is the raven and she has a personal connection with Ghaena. But Ghaena had a bloody feather on her and sometimes she wants the raven around and sometimes she doesn’t. And the raven isn’t Morrigan’s totem, but does that mean she’s Ghaena’s. And mentioning the raven’s name is like damning them all. I have a headache trying to figure this out. I think I'll stop thinking so much and just enjoy the story. Thanks for the update! Still loving it.

Edited by: Scout at: 7/6/02 7:40:54 pm