I like the fact that yoou've managed to show the development of their relationship to each other over such a span of time in such a succint way in such a short story.

Enjoyed very much.
Where are the quotes from? Or what are they from I should be asking, as it sounds like they're from the same poem?

Thanks for the Spandery goodness.

Aww I almost cried when Xan thought he wasnt wanted! Silly pup!

that was great. the only part i see you need to fix is when you call xander a she when he starts to kiss spike.