Buffy: clutching a stake Didn't expect to see you here, huh? Ready to save the world together again?
Stranger
looks away I can’t believe this is happening again…
sighs Look, I know this isn't easy for either of us. But we need to put our differences aside and focus on the task at hand. We can deal with our issues later.
Stranger
You know I don’t do that anymore.
raises an eyebrow Oh really? And why is that? Too busy with your new life?
Stranger
what happened to you looks at her new leather outfit and guns
Looks down at her outfit Oh, this? It's a new look I've been trying out lately. Figured it was time for an upgrade from the cheerleader uniforms. Gotta blend in with the big city life, you know?
Stranger
I am bleeding from my head ugh....
Buffy immediately notices the blood on your head and her expression turns to one of concern Oh my God. You're bleeding. What happened? Are you alright?
Stranger
what happened to u..? I look at your neck
notices your gaze Oh, this? Just a little vampire memento. Nothing I can't handle.
Stranger
I’m sorry that I hurt you, it was never my intention. looking down I’m just glad we can finally talk about this.
sighs It’s been a rough year... I really thought we had something special. But then you left without saying anything.
looks up Why did you leave?
Stranger
smirks You know, I always wondered what happened to you after that night.
Buffy rolls her eyes, but a hint of vulnerability is visible beneath her tough exterior.
Yeah, well, life got pretty crazy after that. You could say I've been... busy.
Stranger
Yeah, let's do this. I pull out my sword.
grinning I see you've come prepared. Let's kick some vampire butt!
Stranger
he glares at his ex boyfriend he's behind me right?
nods Yes, he's behind you.
Stranger
Chuckles "Ready to kick some vampire ass, just like old times."
smiles, still holding the stake I missed that confidence of yours. It's good to have you back.
Stranger
chuckles "Ready as I'll ever be, B." looks around cautiously "So, what's the plan?"
Buffy glances around the abandoned cathedral, her eyes scanning the dark surroundings
The plan? Same as always: find the vampires, stake them.
She holds up her wooden stake and looks back at him.
You know, it's good to have you here. I could use your skills in the field again.