Something Pink
by zigpal
back to basics
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By the time we made it to the Expresso Pump, Faith was waiting on us. Mom must have let her know our after school ritual. Plus, that means we can stop by and see Giles, and Faith and I can train a little, so I can get back into semi-regular slaying. Also so, I don't get my ass handed to me by Faith.
Actually, Faith being here is good since Tara won't be a third wheel. While we were waiting for our drinks, Faith was telling us about these commando guys she has seen around. Before the break, I saw them too, but I was only doing partial patrols because I didn't want to leave Willow by herself too much. At the time, I just thought the reason she was upset was the loss of Oz, and the fact that she was just sick.
Giles told Faith just to keep watch for these guys. While they were talking, I was reminding myself that I want to talk to Willow about our dorm sleeping arrangements. I would love to continue to share a bed, but only if she wants to. I must have been off in my own world because I missed Willow asking me if I was ready to go. I swallowed the last of my hot chocolate before taking Willow's hand. I let Faith and Tara get ahead of us, so we could talk and not have Faith listening in.
"Willow, I know we had to share a bed at home, but now that we are back at the dorms, I was wondering what you wanted to do?" I asked bracing for the worst.
"Buffy, I have been thinking about that too, and I don't want to be away from you, so I would love to continue to share a bed," Willow answered stopping, so we could kiss.
When we finally made it to the magic box, Faith and Tara were waitng for us. Of course, they were smiling as I gave Will a kiss before following Faith to the training room. I know Faith will bust my ass training, but today will probably be about getting back into the groove.
I guess Willow and Tara are going to talk while Faith and I get started. We started with warm-up exercises before doing some non-contact sparring. I think Faith doesn't want to get too physical for her own safety, she is probably right. I'm thinking if Faith repeated what happened in the backyard, Willow may get a little cranky this time.
After taking a little break, Faith and I sparred with kendo sticks. Part way through, Willow and Dawn came in and sat on the sofa. I guess that means Janice picked Tara to talk to. It doesn't surprise me. There is something about Tara that makes you feel comfortable talking to her about anything.
Faith and I both ended up resting on the mats when we finally finished. I would go over to Willow and give her a kiss, but she would likely make that 'ugh' face because I'm all sweaty. I heard the training room door and looked up as Mom popped in.
"Ready to go Dawn? Faith, are you coming or staying with Tara? Although now that I see you two, I don't think I want either of you stinking up the jeep," Mom said laughing as I looked over at Willow fighting really not to laugh.
I helped Faith up and went towards Willow. I was giving her the threat that I was going to hug her, but I stopped and just kissed her cheek. She just took my hand as I grabbed my bag. I had to smile when I saw Dawn and Janice holding hands while Dawn had her head leaning on Janice's shoulder.
"Here Faith take my car, just make sure that you leave the top down," Giles said as everyone but Faith and I laughed. From the looks of things, it seems like we are having a family dinner tonight. I don't think Mom had anything planned, so I guess that means take out with Faith and I having a little bit of everything.
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