Bwahahahahaha!!  The last Riley part of the chapter was perfect!  & I'm always up for some Riley death. :D  No surprise the army's idea didn't work, I found that pretty hilarious too.  Especially since it led to Riley's death. ;)  But Poor Detective Stein!  If only Riley wasn't such a poopyhead, Stein might've eventually recovered (somewhat).  & I'm loving Mayor Wilkins' cop nephew--he's a fun character!  Just a wee bit of Spuffy, but I can't wait to see Sol & Luna...if Sol's the brother, does that mean Spike won't need the Gem of Amara to walk in the sun?  That could be pretty cool.  & now that Spuffy will be "related" to Tara, I do hope they get a chance to spend time w/ her--changed as she may be.  & what an "Oops!" moment!  Terra Mater opening the Hellmouth accidentally.  Hee!  Terrific chapter!  Hope the muse speaks to you soon! :)