4. So what is the other interpretation of the Lolita scene? I guess that Angel was in love, and that it's sweet. Angel's version of what happened is told in "Helpless," and what he describes bears little resemblance to what's on screen.
5. It's just the line where Buffy mentions Willow in "Prophecy Girl." (I don't remember her phrasing, but it's something like "We're good friends, you...and Willow...." to which Xander responds that Willow isn't looking to date Buffy.) I don't think Buffy does see Xander in that way, but I also think Willow's interest gives Buffy a particular reason NOT to see Xander that way. It might not actually cross her mind, and by no means do I think it's primary; if Willow were interested in Angel at this point, I don't think it would particularly deter Buffy.
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5. It's just the line where Buffy mentions Willow in "Prophecy Girl." (I don't remember her phrasing, but it's something like "We're good friends, you...and Willow...." to which Xander responds that Willow isn't looking to date Buffy.) I don't think Buffy does see Xander in that way, but I also think Willow's interest gives Buffy a particular reason NOT to see Xander that way. It might not actually cross her mind, and by no means do I think it's primary; if Willow were interested in Angel at this point, I don't think it would particularly deter Buffy.