"I wouldn't do that, but I will promise you that they will never hurt you." He said that firmly. "After the damage I did by doing that to Peighton..." he started. "Let's just say that I learned my lesson after dealing with her anger and hate for years."
When she moved on to Willow and Spike he had to smile. "I don't think that I am that worried about Spike." He said as he moved closer to Dawn. "Let's just say I am protected.." moments later a forcefield bubble formed around the two.