I thoroughly enjoyed getting into each characters' head in this fascinating chapter. The teenagers are believably self aware, and their need to belong drives their actions. Spike's attack after the seemingly mundane meeting was a violent surprise, and you choreographed it beautifully. I loved the tension in this vivid bit: The watcher was still trying to catch his breath and Spike held his eyes with his own, forcing him not to look down at the body at Spike's feet. Then Spike turned, grabbed Xander's arm, hoisted him up and over his shoulder and ran. Spike's finally got his prize. Now what?