System Error: Identity Manager (part III)

Main Points:
Buffy the Vampire Slayer/Iron Man Crossover (Self-Made Hero)
Summary: Despite how it might look, the transition isn't easy.  There's only so long the destabilized situation can continue before something's gotta give...
Word Count: 75
Rating: Gen

          Xander blinks, and Willow actually shouts in surprise.  “Xander!  We were so worried!”  She hugs him tight, which is why she can hear him whisper back.
          “Can’t stay, sorry.”  He feebily hugs her back, but he’s not paralyzed, which is of the good.  His words, though…
          “Why not?” she asks, panicking, and his efforts bring a lopsided smile.
          “’m gonna have so much homework when I get back,” he moans, and then he’s out again.