TITLE: Correspondences
AUTHOR: Ragna (writinggoddess@aol.com)
RATING: FRT
SPOILERS: Mentions Season 3 events from Lover's Walk, Homecoming, The Zeppo, Helpless, and allusions to other things in Season 3.
DISTRIBUTION: Sure, just tell me!
DISCLAIMER: Me no own Buffy charachters. Me own Clare and Alexandra.
FEEDBACK: Wanted. Needed. SEND IT!
AUTHOR'S NOTES: My first fic since losing all my stuff on my computer. Uh...I don't have all the lists that I'm on, so if you know of any lists that I'm on that I normally send my Giles Saga fic to, could you forward it? Thanks in advance!
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10-13-98
To Willow,
I'm a junior at the University of South Carolina in Columbia. I'm in the school of Journalism, but I really don't like it. I think I'll go into Web Programming or Design instead.
I've heard of Sunnydale. I have a friend that lives there. Her name is Buffy Summers. We went to Hemry High together, as well as middle and elementary school. Well, actually, we were friends until high school. Do you know her? She's probably the most popular girl in school, right?
I know, it's weird that we went to school together, but I'm a college freshman while she's still in high school. Actually, I graduated from Hemry a year early, and I decided I needed to leave Los Angeles. I worked for a year before I went to South Carolina, which seemed inviting. USC is also giving me a full ride scholarship, so it made the choice easier.
Anyways, sorry there isn't more to this e-mail, but I'm late for chemistry lab. Enjoy yourself and Blessed Be! Oh and be careful; it's Friday the 13th!
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10-24-98
Hey!
Buffy said hello, and that she remembered you. She wondered what you were up to, so I showed her the letter. That's okay, right?
How'd you graduate early? I wish I could. Actually, last year I taught a computer class when the teacher died. We have a lot of deaths at this school.
One quick question: Do you believe in vampires?
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11-15-98
Sorry So Long 2 Reply!
P.S. As to that vampire question: I believe in a lot of the elements of the supernatural. I once knew this guy named Merrick. He was...well...into that stuff. I learned a lot, like that vampires actually exist. If you believe it or not, that's up to you.
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11-17-98
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11-24-98
That was a lot of information to deal with. Merrick was a Watcher? And Buffy is a Slayer? I didn't realize that. At least I know why she started acting so weird before she burned the gym. Anyways, you're friends, Oz and Xander, sound cool. Which one are you dating again? The one that falls for bugs or the one that's a werewolf?
Giles sounds interesting to talk to. I wonder if he knows much about some rituals I've been reading about lately. Nothing big, but they seemed a little weird. I mean, even as a Wiccan, there's some stuff I won't do, like sacrifices.
I have other news. Bad, of course. I'm losing my scholarship this next semester. It's not my fault, it's just that there isn't enough money. However, they said if I want to transfer to a college closer to LA, they'll help. I'm thinking I might go to UC Sunnydale. At least I can help, since I know the secret.
Only problem is I'll need a job. Do you know of any? I'll be there in about a month. Anyways, I hope you enjoy Thanksgiving break, and have a Happy Turkey Day!
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11-25-98
Hi, Clare.
I dated Oz, the werewolf. He's sweet. I used to like Xander, but a big problem developed. I won't go into details. Right now, I'm not sure Oz likes me. I sorta cheated on him with Xander when I got kidnapped by this vampire named Spike. Long story; maybe I'll retell it when you come to Sunnydale.
Sorry about the scholarship problem. Actually, about the time you get there, a job will be opening up at the school. Principal Snyder wants to start some Web Design and Programming classes. If you have a lot of skills in that department, he might hire you without your having a teaching permit. It's only like two classes a day.
I talked to Giles. He wondered what kind of rituals you're talking about. Not many involve sacrifices, and I know Wiccan ones don't. I'm forwarding some info on UC Sunnydale and they're website address. Look around and I hope you can come!
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12/1/98
The entire computer system at USC got hit with a virus on Thanksgiving, so the whole computer system was shut down. It just opened again today.
I'm attaching some of the ritual stuff. I thought those were a bit weird, and when I re-read them, I realized they were Druidic, and they center on a Hellmouth. Isn't there one in Sunnydale? I thought you guys said something about it.
I hope it helps. I take finals next week, and I am not prepared. I have a chem final, as well as English 300, Drama and Calculus. Egad!
Well, I hope that stopping the world is good to you. Take care, okay? I'll need a tour guide!
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12/8/98
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12/9/98
Giles said thank you for the information. He looked up a lot of stuff, and it should happen around New Years. At least we can avert world disaster again.
I hope you did well on your finals. I think I'm going to do fine on mine. There isn't much to talk about here. Nothings happening, much to our relief. Of course, that probably just means that whatever's going to happen is going to be huge.
Take care and let me know when you're flying into Sunnydale.
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12/16/98
I start when you guys go back to school, so it's official. Also, my parents got me a great apartment to celebrate my 19th birthday, which was yesterday. I saw pictures of it...it's so big! It's a loft type place.
I have to go finish packing. I'll see you in about a week!
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12/23/98
I'm glad Giles caught the error and you guys stopped the ritual. How's Buffy? That stuff about Angel sounded major. Remind me what happened again, because my brain's shot from studying.
I have most of my stuff shipped out, and I leave tomorrow. It'll be great to be back in California; it's so cold out here. I attached my picture so you'll know who to look for. It's not great, but it's close.
Anyways, I hope you enjoy your break.
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12/27/98
Clare,
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12/31/98
Will,
Anyway, I'll be out there soon, I promise. I can't wait!
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12/31/98
Clare...
I asked Giles. He said he knows her, but he won't say how. Weird... What's she look like? I mean, how old is she? Maybe they were...nah. That line of thinking gives me the wiggins.
I didn't expect an e-mail. But I have some good news: me and Oz are back together! I can't wait for you to meet him. He's sweet.
I hope I can talk later...the big evil's going to be happening tonight. Wish me luck.
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1/1/99
That help?
Write back soon, okay?"
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1/2/99
Never mind...you'll get to see her for yourself. She defies description.
I can't wait to meet you face to face. Where are you flying in at?
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1/4/99
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1/5/99
Hello Willow.
She was awake briefly before going into a coma, and she told me to write to you in case...you know, in case this happened.
I'm very sorry. I wish you'd gotten to have known her personally.
If...if you want to talk, e-mail me at ProfAMGP@w... and I'll reply, I promise. I'm very sorry...meeting you and your friends was all she talked about.
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1/10/99
Alexandra,
I saw the place where she was going to be living, and all her things... her mom and dad were there, getting it and taking it home. I found out the place has already been sold, to the City of Sunnydale, of all things.
I'd like to talk to you, maybe talk about all this. E-mail me any time.
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1/11/99
Call me Alex; most of my friends do.
I hope you don't mind dealing with my quirks; I'm not a normal person. I'm really not a normal person. Anyways, Clare told me a lot about you, and you sound really nice. I'd like to talk more later, but I'm in a hurry. Spellcasting, moving back to London, dealing with fellow Watchers, all that jazz...
Anyways, I saw your postal address in Clare's room. Mind if I send you something of hers? She was going to give it to you anyway...
Please, reply. I'd like to talk more.
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1/15/99
Alex,
You live in London? And you're a Watcher? Weird... Maybe you knew Wesley Wyndham-Pryce. He's Buffy's Watcher now that the Council fired Giles... I don't like him. He's a wuss. And he doesn't understand the way we do things here.
Is there any way you could appeal to the Council? Giles doesn't deserve this...and we really don't want Wesley around much longer.
I still miss talking to Clare, but you're a very nice person. Maybe we could become good friends too.
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1/19/99
Let him know I had nothing to do with it. He knows what I mean. I can't believe...I hate them sometimes. And yes, I knew Wesley. He was spoiled, pampered and, as you accurately described, a wuss. I couldn't stand him. I hope if I ever go to Sunnydale or he ever comes back to London that I never have to see him again...
I can't stand him. I feel for all of you, especially Rupert. I'll try my hardest to get things changed, but if Buffy's 18, and still alive, she really doesn't need a Watcher anymore.
Faith, though... I've heard about her. And she needs someone like Rupert watching her, not a cod like Wesley.
Can you tell my prejudices are in place? I'll write more later...most of my stuff is getting shipped back to my flat, and I have to pack it all. I hope you never have to move across the Atlantic...
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1/20/99
Alex,
Unfortunately, the wimp saw the e-mail too. He was offended, to say the very least. But you know what?
It was the coolest thing we'd seen since he got here.
I have to go; Snyder's cracking down on the use of the Internet by students. He's a troll...know any good Troll-banishing spells?
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2/1//99
Hey!
I promise, though, I'll try to keep in touch. It might be hard, but I'll do it.
See you later (I hope!)