Fic: By Chance

[spazz07]

Love the interaction between Willow and Tara, they are so cute together I like how you have them taking things slowly and not rushing.



Cheers

Nath

Isn't it funny how you feel your most tired five minutes before you have to get up.

[areslei]

oh yeah, very nice moment to get caught up in

you two are the two who are the two...
Baby, I said it's all in our hands, got to learn to respect what we don't understand...'Fugitive' Indigo Girls

[MissQuirky]

I Love this fic sooo much!! Great update! I think thats a moment they should get caught up in more often! When their ready, Of Course! Can't wait 4 more!!

Willow: We can come by between classes. Usually I use that time to copy over my class notes with a system of different colored pens. But it's been pointed out to me that that's, you know... insane.
Tara: I said quirky.

[snuggle79]

woohoo, it happened..almost..

Lovely update!

Tara:"Maybe we dreamed it."

Willow:"Right. Right. Wrong! (points at her head ) Different Brains." Tara:"Oh yeah."


Bitch! Witch! Ho!..mo!"

[xita]

Love this fic, it's so cute. They are just trying not to jump into things but it is like massive self control that keeps them from doing other things. Thanks for all the updates!

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Childie -"Not all girls are raving bloody lesbians, you know!"

George - "That's a misfortune of which I am perfectly well aware."

The Killing of Sister George

[Shinnen]

I've been meaning to post feedback... but everytime i click the reply button... something happens..!



Anyway... looks like I've been missing out on a sweeet fic. I've read the whole thing till the current chapter... i think... unless i had a memory lapse again... I love the way blossoming love is portrayed. The way Buffy took the whole "my best friend is gay" thing was funny... Riley has some use other than sex! hahaha...



Cool Fic... looking forward to more!



CheerZ

Shinnen

CheerZ

Shinnen

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When I Am Standing On My Head, The Sky Is So Deep And The Sea Is So High.
Inner Beauty Is The Easiest To See In The World When You Are Looking

For every love there is a heart somewhere to receive it.

[TareBearRS]

This it soo cute, i love it.



Man you have to give them pionts for self controll here, i'm not sure i could if i had either of them on top of me.. if i were so lucky that is...



Hope for more T/W goodness soon.



R.

[mollyig]

Just started reading this.



Its really lovely how they are so tentative, but still sure of the love they share.

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

[Imperfectly Me]

The last was an awsome update...but oh my god, I so never would have had that kind of willpower. Can we possibly get an update soon, please?



Aim

[Rachel o4]

Hey! I've finally finished the next part. Hope you enjoy!



It was finally Friday. Willow was so overcome with excitement and apprehension, she could feel her adrenaline pouring through her body. In just a few hours, Willow would meet her goddess and go to dinner.



Wow, our anniversary. Willow thought. How exciting. Tara is so amazing. There’s so much....Oh I dunno but it sure feels good. La la la. Willow sang to her self as she did a little dance. For some reason, she could not suppress the major grin on her face.

Willow had been up since about quarter till seven, being that she couldn’t sleep and was overcome with anticipation. Now she was rummaging through her clothes trying to decide what she should wear.



“Oh Willow!” Buffy sang, as she strolled through the door.



“Yes?” Willow sang back with just as much enthusiasm.



“I bought a present for you.” Willow walked over to Buffy and took the bag from her. She pulled out what was obviously a shoe box and opened the lid.



“Buffy, what are these for?” She questioned, holding up a pair of black, open-toed, high heeled shoes.



“They’re to go with your outfit.”



“Outfit? Can you not see by the way my clothes have exploded all over the room that I do not have any semblance of an outfit? I have nothing to wear.” Willow made a gesture to the clothes-littered room to emphasize her point.



“Don’t you remember?” Buffy grabbed Willow’s hand and pulled her to the closet. She reached into the back corner and emerged with the long black dress that Buffy coaxed Willow into buying at the mall.



“I can’t wear that. It’s so...”



“Perfect? Fabulous? Sexy?” Buffy finished for her, pushing the dress into her arms. Willow sighed, knowing she didn’t have a rebuttal.



“Fine, but only because you say so.” She grabbed a robe and headed toward the showers.



*******



6:30



“Wow Willow, you look great.” Buffy gushed as Willow showed off the dress. “Definitely drool worthy.”



“You think? I mean, don’t you think that it‘s...”



“I think,” Buffy cut her off. “That you look fabulous and that Tara is seriously going to melt when she sees you.”



“Thanks. I’m so nervous though.”



“Just think, it’s the very same Tara you’ve been dating for the past month. Tonight is just one marvelous night in many to come.” Willow smiled, thinking that there would be so many things she hoped she would get to share with Tara.



“See,” Buffy commented, seeing her smile. “There’s not so much to be nervous about. So...What are your plans for tonight?”



“Well, I wanted to go all out so I rented a limo. I also bought some red roses to give to Tara when I pick her up. Then we’re going to dinner, and finishing off with a trip to the beach.”



“Impressive, now if you could only give some pointers to a certain special someone of mine.” Buffy joked. Willow just rolled her eyes and smiled. Seeing the limo pull outside the building, Willow felt her heart skip a beat, knowing that her night had just begun.



“Well, here goes.”



“Have fun and you might want to breath.” Buffy smiled, pulling her best friend into a hug.



*******



Tara was just putting the finishing touches on her ensemble when she heard a knock at the door. Her breath caught in her throat and her heart skipped a beat, as she knew what was waiting for her on the other side of the door. Checking herself out one more time, she turned to the door and took a deep breath. Pulling the door open, she smiled at Willow standing there.



Oh my gosh, she looks amazing. Breath. Breath. Say something, that may be a good start. Tara thought to her self, trying to organize her thoughts.



“Hey.” She finally got out.



“Hey yourself.” Willow breathed, as she checked out Tara’s long, blue sequenced dress.



“Do you want to come in?” Tara offered.



“Actually, I have a surprise for you. Come with me?” Tara smiled and took Willow’s hand as she led her to the limo.



“Oh wow.” Tara gasped. “For me? Willow...”



“Come on.” Willow pulled her inside, as she did, she also gave her the flowers she had gotten earlier. Tara just look in awe at what she was receiving. Not knowing what to say, Tara leaned over and kissed Willow avidly. After a good five minutes, Tara broke the kiss and looked at a very flushed Willow.



“Woah.” Was the only thing Willow could manage to say.



“Thank you Willow. I have something for you, too. This is a two way thing ya know. ” Tara smiled as she reached into her purse.



“Now, I know this is nothing compared to everything that you...”



“Hey.” Willow cut her off abruptly. “No matter what you give me, it will mean more to me than anything I could ever give you. All right?” Willow sealed the statement with a sweet kiss.



“You are amazing. You know that, right?” Tara smiled and pulled a small velvet box from her purse.



“Here.” She said, practically pushing the box at Willow. Willow took the box and opened it up, gasping as she saw a bracelet. It had emeralds on either side and an inscription on the back.



“If I could reach up and hold a star for every time you made me smile, I would have the whole night sky in the palm of my hand."



“I know, it’s kind of cheesy and cliché but I couldn’t think of any thing...



“No, it’s great. I love it and this,” Willow motioned to the limo and flowers.

“It’s just flashy show stuff. I didn’t get you an actual present. I couldn’t find anything I thought would be good enough for you.” She stated softly, barely auditable, as she lowered her head.



“Willow, look at me.” Willow looked up into Tara’s eyes.

“I love everything you have done for me. You don’t have to buy me fancy limos and roses or gifts to show me you care. Just knowing that your there for me when I need you is gift enough.” Tara reached up and touched Willow’s face as she moved closer.



“I just want to give you everything. You deserve it.” Willow reached up and covered Tara’s hand. Pulling it towards her mouth, she kissed her palm softly.

They felt the car come to a stop and heard the driver get out.



“This must be our stop.” Willow stated, edging closer to the door as the chauffer opened it.



“Ladies.” He said, helping the two women out.



Tara took Willow’s hand as she lead the way. They had a table reserved because Willow called in a reservation for the two which made the getting seated process a lot smoother than would have been had she not called.



“So, started studying for finals yet?” Tara initiated after getting seating and ordering their food.



“Kind of. I started outlining some stuff but that’s about it.” Tara’s brow furrowed when Willow started grinning at the mention of finals.



“Is there something you’re not telling me because last time I checked there wasn’t anything funny about finals.”



“Actually, there’s something I want to ask you.”



“More gifts? I’m starting to feel kind of inferior in the gift giving department.”



“No, I love your gift. It’s perfect. Besides, It’s more of a proposition than a gift; and it kind of benefits both of us.”



“Okay, shoot.”



“Well, Buffy’s mother is leaving for England for the Gallery soon which means Buffy will have a spare room for a while. So Buffy suggested that maybe, if you wanted to, you could stay there after finals. She said that she insisted and that she would love to have you.” Tara remained silent while Willow explained that proposition.



“Are you sure Buffy doesn’t mind? I wouldn’t want to intrude or anything.”



“Absolutely not. She doesn’t mind at all.” Willow quickly reassured.



“It’s going to take time, getting my things and moving but with everyone’s help it should go quick. So I guess that’s a yes.” Willow jumped up and hugged Tara over the table.



“This is so great. I’ll call Zander and Joyce after I tell Buffy and we can start packing right after finals...”



“Willow,” Tara interrupted. “Can we worry about all that later? Let’s just enjoy right now, Okay.” Willow smiled knowing Tara was right.



“Absolutely.” Willow smiled.

Edited by: Rachel o4 at: 11/24/02 2:11:54 pm

[MissQuirky]

Woo Hoo 4 the update!! Very good btw!! Love the red bra and panties set! Buffy is such a tease! Tara was bein so frisky, which I was liking very much!



So this double date is comin up well that might be interesting!



Can't wait 4 more!!

~Ashley~

Willow: We can come by between classes. Usually I use that time to copy over my class notes with a system of different colored pens. But it's been pointed out to me that that's, you know... insane.
Tara: I said quirky.

[thehighpriestess]

Loved the updates, more please

WILLOW: Where would you go? If you felt lost
and alone? Where would you go?

TARA: To you.

[XWickedXWiccan]

Satan panties!! oh my god that was so funny that I fell of my chair laughing. Though my friends keep on staring at me strangely now. Love the update can't wait for more.



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Passion is the source of our finest moments. The joy of love, the clarity of hatred, and the ecstacy of grief. It hurts sometimes more than we can bare. If we can live without passion maybe we'd know some peace. But we'd be hollow, empty rooms, shuttered, and dank, With out passion we'd truly be dead. Angel in "Passion"

Edited by: XWickedXWiccan at: 9/14/02 7:02:59 am

[Rachel o4]

Im glad you liked the update...I have to tell you tho I kinda borrowed the Satan's panties Idea. It just kind of alluded itself to me.

[TareBearRS]

Nice spicy talk update.

Hope the date will go well.

R.

[Rachel o4]

“Then we had to cram eight people into this mid-sized car. Luckily, the back seat folded down, so we thought to put the seat down and put two people in the trunk, one of them being me and... Willow?” Tara noticed that Willow was just staring at her.



“That’s great Tara.” Willow smiled, just admiring her girlfriend. Tara looked at her and shook her head.



“But before we got to the mall, we were abducted by aliens that ran weirdo tests on us and made us do lots of crazy things.”



“That’s terrific sweetie.”



“Then, they dropped us off back at the mall where I met up with a really cute guy....”



“What? A guy?” Willow snapped to attention. Tara started to giggle once she finally got Willow’s focus.



“Hey, not funny.”



“You should have seen the look on your face.” Willow swatted playfully at Tara. Tara dodged the attack and grabbed Willow’s hand.



“Ha, Thought you could get me, eh? Well not this time.” Tara flaunted. Willow just smiled and shook her head, taking the hand in hers and pulling it to her lips.



“You sure are something.” She whispered, getting lost in Tara’s blue eyes once again.



*******



A shared, comfortable silence fell over them as they leaned into each others embrace, waiting to reach their destination. The limo ride to the beach was a brief one. Pulling to a stop, their chauffer once again escorted them out of the vehicle and drove off waiting to return later.

Tara took Willow’s hand and together they strolled down to the beach.



“Now that I think about it, maybe we should have left our shoes in the limo.” Willow thought out loud.



“It’s okay, we can carry them.” Tara said, already removing her heels. Willow followed but as she was struggling to get hers off, she lost her balance and grabbed Tara, trying to steady herself. Tara herself trying to get her shoes off, lost her balance as well and fell onto the sand on top of Willow.



“I have to say that the landing wasn’t as bad as I thought it would be.” Willow grinned, her hands almost automatically reaching for Tara’s hips and seized her lips.



“Willow...” Tara breathed. Willow, not liking the break in contact, captured Tara’s lips again.



“Willow, wait.” She pulled back again.



“What?”



“I’m getting sand in my dress.” Tara smiled, noticing Willow’s almost irritated look.



“Well, then I guess we’ll have to take care of that. I think this situation calls for immediate removal.” Willow smirked.



“Naughty, naughty.” Tara scolded playfully, descending upon Willow’s lips again.



*******



After regaining their composure, which wasn’t very easy, Willow and Tara made their way down along the shore.



“What a night.” Willow put out there.



“Yeah I know.”



“Would you like to dance?” Willow offered randomly. Tara’s brow furrowed in confusion.



“There isn’t any music to dance to.”



“Au contraire mon amie.” Walking over to her bag, Willow pulled out a small portable tape recorder. Tara just smiled and shook her head at Willow’s quirky way of being prepared.



“I thought ahead.” Willow voiced Tara’s thoughts, only with a little more pride. Pressing the play button, she moved over towards Tara and took her hands, leading her in a slow sway to the music.



The strands in your eyes that color them wonderful
Stop me and steal my breath
Emeralds from mountains thrust toward the sky
Never revealing their depth



“Willow?”



“Hmm...?” Willow was caught up in the moment, fixed in Tara’s eyes.



“What made you pick this song?”



Tell me that we belong together
Dress it up with the trappings of love
I'll be captivated I'll hang from your lips
Instead of the gallows of heartache that hang from above



“I heard it playing one day, and I knew; it expressed everything that you do for me and everything that I want to be for you.”



I'll be your crying shoulder
I'll be love suicide
I'll be better when I'm older
I'll be the greatest fan of your life



Tara smiled and felt tears form in her eyes. Willow pulled her tight and kissed her cheek wanting to share what she felt for this woman standing before her in her arms.



Rain falls angry on the tin roof
As we lie awake in my bed
You're my survival, you're my living proof
My love is alive not dead



They got lost in the rhythm of the music along with the soft thunder of the oceans waves, swaying together as one.



Tell me that we belong together
Dress it up with the trappings of love
I'll be captivated I'll hang from your lips
Instead of the gallows of heartache, that hang from above



“Willow, I think it’s time that I tell you that... I love you.” Tara looked down, revealing the shy unsure girl that was still a part of her, not sure if she wanted to see Willow’s reaction. Not sure if she could face rejection. Lifting her head, and looking straight into her eyes, Willow told her:



I'll be your crying shoulder
I'll be love suicide
I'll be better when I'm older
I'll be the greatest fan of your life



“Hey, look at me. You have no reason to look away. I’m not going to reject you, or be disgusted, or anything else that could be interpreted as anything other than adoration and devotion. Tara, I love you, too.” Willow smiled her reassurance.



I've been dropped out, burned up, fought my way back from the dead
Tuned in, turned on,
Remembered the things that you said



Tara looked into Willow’s eyes and saw nothing but love and acceptance in them. She pulled Willow into a passionate embrace and kissed her deeply as if searching for her soul.



I'll be your crying shoulder
I'll be love suicide
I'll be better when I'm older
I'll be the greatest fan of your life



*******



A little while later, Tara and Willow were making their way back to Tara’s dorm room, walking slowly, reluctant to leave each other.



“Do you want to come in?” Tara offered.



“Sure, that would be great.” Tara opened the door and escorted Willow in.



“I know it’s a little messy, just throw some stuff on the floor.” Willow grabbed some books off the bed and set them onto the floor. Setting on the bed she happened to glance at the clock on the nightstand. 1:17



“Whoa, I hadn’t realized how late it was. Do you think I should call Buffy and tell her where I’m at? She may be worried.” Willow reached for the phone and dialed their number. After a minute or so, Willow hung up, apparently not reaching the slayer.



“I guess she’s still out on patrol.” She assumed.



“I’m going to go change. If you want some clothes to change into their in my drawer. I’ll be right back.” Tara said randomly and headed out the door. Willow moved towards her drawer, somewhat tentative about going through it. She pulled out a pair of gray sweatpants and a sweatshirt to go with it. She took the dress she had on and ’borrowed’ a hanger from Tara’s closet to put it on. Looking around, she decided to hang it on the doorknob, not knowing where else to hang it. As luck would have it though, Tara walked through the door and caught Willow right on the forehead.



“Ouch!” Willow practically yelled.



“Willow!” Tara gasped. “Oh my gosh, I’m so sorry I didn’t mean to...”



“No, it’s okay, you didn’t know I was standing at the door. Direct me to the bed please.” Tara took Willow’s arm and moved toward the bed.



“Here, let me get some ice.” Tara grabbed a sandwich bag and went to the fridge to get some ice. Willow laid on the bed as Tara got the ice.



“Tara?”



“Yes?”



“Could you kiss it and make it better?” Willow pleaded like a child would for candy.



“Sure sweetie, I could do that.” Tara moved onto the bed and kissed Willow’s forehead where there now was a big red mark.



“Better?”



“Much... Hey Tara?”



“Yes?”



“I think my lips are a little chapped from being out in the wind. Could you make them better?” Willow pleaded, this time smiling like a child that was about to get some candy.



“I’m sure that could be arranged.” Tara said, before taking her lips into a possessive kiss. Deepening the kiss, Willow wrapped her arms around Tara’s neck, pulling her tight against her. Tara let her hands roam Willow’s body freely.



“Willow,” Tara pulled back. “I want to show you what you mean to me. I want to give you all of me.”



“Me too, I love you so much and now I want to start showing you how much, right now.”



Descending once again, Tara took control, aggressively taking on Willow’s lips knowing tonight would be one of the many nights she would share herself with the woman she truly loved.



The song in this is I'll Be by Ed Mccain

Edited by: Rachel o4 at: 1/3/03 8:30:42 pm

[MissQuirky]

Hey great update! Glad Buffy and Riley backed outta the lil double date! W/T Alone time is better!! Awww stupid finals i don't like those and especially if they keep W/T apart! Well i can't wait 4 yer next update!!



~Ashley~

Willow: We can come by between classes. Usually I use that time to copy over my class notes with a system of different colored pens. But it's been pointed out to me that that's, you know... insane.
Tara: I said quirky.

[willntlover]

all right!! Update city!! Cool part, loving the seriousness. Also how true that buffy and riley would flake out



-Will

"Hear that baby? You're my always."

"well, you know, when you play a lesbian witch you've gotta get killed in this fun kind of exciting way, so the heart was the way to go..."

"we have the most amazing fans though they LOVE us."

[Rachel o4]

Hey thanks for the pos feedback

dont worry, willow and tara will be together. I have big ideas for this fic. Now I just have to get them from my head into writing.

[barnabasvamp]

Well, Rachel;

You need to get inside that head of yours and pull a few things out!



We need to know what the girls will do after finals...

BV

"In front of total strangers won't you kiss me, Flowers for no reason but you miss me - OOH, I wanna be in love"

Melissa Etheridge-Skin

[Rachel o4]

Hey all,

I'm terribly sorry to say that there won't be an update any time soon. With school, I am totally swamped. I will very much try to get you an update sometime soon but I can't promise anything.

[willntlover]

its totally cool.

good luck!!



-Will

"Hear that baby? You're my always."



"well, you know, when you play a lesbian witch you've gotta get killed in this fun kind of exciting way, so the heart was the way to go..."



"we have the most amazing fans though they LOVE us."

[Rachel o4]

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Edited by: Rachel o4 at: 11/18/02 5:30:47 pm

[MissQuirky]

Great update! Their anniversary, awww can't wait! And Buffy with her teasing Will with her anniversary gift to Tara - but i do like Buff's idea with a dancin Willow in her bra and panties set!! I'm glad Tara can stay w/ Buffy, and have the Willow-closeness and all after finals!



Can't wait 4 more!

~Ashley~

Willow: We can come by between classes. Usually I use that time to copy over my class notes with a system of different colored pens. But it's been pointed out to me that that's, you know... insane.

Tara: I said quirky.

[SilverWingedNemesis]

Hey! Love this fic! I really hope you stick with it and update soon!!



~NICKOLE~

[Incitatua 8]

Author ! Author ! Please update !

[SuperMeg686]

Hey Rachel,

Just wanted to let you know that you've got a great story here and I hope you update sometime soon. I read the whole thing in one sitting and it's awesome!



Keep up the good work!

-Meg-

[Rachel o4]

Update is on page four.

[willntlover]

That was just too adorable. The two of them giving cutesy gifts and all make me smile.



Thanks for the spectacular update!!!!! I can't wait for the moving in part!!



-Will

"Hear that baby? You're my always."

[Rachel o4]

Gifts are good aren't they? heh Thanksgiving is coming up so I'll have a break from school so I hope to get to work on it.