"It's for the best, mate," Spike said softly as he caught Xander's now-limp body, hoisting it over his shoulder. "You'll thank me later." He swallowed and took a deep breath, shoving away his arousal and striding toward his cave. He would keep Xander from making any mistakes he wouldn't be able to live with until this passed.

Even if he had to tie him up and gag him.