[Filtered away from Darla] [ooc: edited later and filtered to Buffyverse & people who've already commented!]
Now that I think I can do this without threatening anyone
Okay, I want to make one thing real clear here.
I know how dangerous Darla can be. Nobody knows that better than I do. And I don't expect anyone to trust her or be happy that she's here. I know she's hurt a lot of you. I get that, and you have every right to feel that way.
But this is my kid's mother. And there's no way in hell I'm letting anyone take her away from him before she's had a shot to prove herself.
You can tell me I'm not looking at things rationally, because of what she means to me and what I've been through with her, but I don't care. We've all made exceptions for other vampires before, both here and back home. She wouldn't be here if SHIELD hadn't decided she was safe. And I'll personally make sure that stays the case.
She isn't going to hurt anyone. She might not be the nicest person you've ever met, but in her defense, it's pretty damn hard showing up here and having your life immediately threatened she's overwhelmed right now. I'm not asking anyone to sympathize with her -- just realize that she has a lot to deal with. It's gonna take time. But I'll keep her out of trouble until then. I'll find a way to make this work, whether that means magic or a chip in her brain or something else. I'll find something. All I'm asking for is the chance.
Darla gave her life for Connor. She's earned that much.
And if she gives any of you a problem, come to me. I want to keep everyone safe here.