"I think the maple syrup was Xander and Anya being kinky again," Faith's voice came from the back office, where she'd been attempting to work while steeling herself for this moment.
She stepped out, taking a deep breath before giving Buffy a long look. She seemed younger than before. That was possibly not a good sign.
"And Peter is one of the good guys. In a big way."
She didn't say 'Champion', not yet. Not when Buffy still needed to be told that Angel was dead. Faith approached cautiously, her expression as calm and welcoming as she could make it.
"Hey Buffy," she finally said as she reached the other Slayer and Jack. "It's good to see you again."