One more scene: the two are alone in their still intact shop, with traces of magic swirling in the air around them. There have been fighting, recriminations, and a well-thrown engagement ring. There have been far, far too many bunnies. But he’s sent away the darkness now, and she’s grateful and apologetic. Putting on her ring again, she smiles at him. Her voice is open, vulnerable: “Don’t leave me....” His smile is as open and loving as hers, and with her name a gentle exhalation of breath on his lips, he goes to her and sweeps her into his arms. They fit together like they’ve done this a thousand times before, kiss like George Cukor is immortalizing this moment in seventy-foot-high light and shadow.

*cries* I bought Giles/Anya 110% during Tabula Rasa, and you've just reminded me why. Thank you so much, and well done!