[Challenge #404] BtVS / Buffy, Dawn — Grounded

[veronyxk84]

Title: Grounded
Fandom: Buffy the Vampire Slayer
Author: veronyxk84
Characters: Buffy, Dawn
Rating: PG-13
Warnings: none
Word count: 100 (Google Docs)
Spoilers/Setting: Set in S6, before ep. 6x14 “Older and Far Away”
Summary: Dawn wants to surprise Buffy with a birthday party, but is met with Buffy’s rejection
Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction created for fun and no profit has been made. All rights belong to the respective owners.

A/N: I know Buffy isn’t very nice here and I’m sorry about that. Just trying to build what led Dawn to her wish in episode 6x14.

Prompt: #404 - Celebrate

Crossposted: drabble_zone, anythingdrabble, sweetandshort, My journal, Sunnydale After Dark

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Returning from her shift, Buffy found Dawn whisking something in a bowl. “Buffy! You’re home… early.”
She slammed the door, throwing her Doublemeat cow cap on the table. “You’re not in school!”
“I—I wanted to practice making cupcakes for your birthday.”
“That’s not a good reason to ditch school, Dawn! And I told you I don’t want to celebrate. The last thing I need is another birthday bash mayhem!”
Dawn sighed meekly. “It’s just a small gathering here at home, I promise! I barely see you anymore.”
“You think flunking out is a solution? ’Cause it isn’t. And you’re grounded.”