Interesting chapter in that both sides gained information they can use later. On the AU side, Rupert's just been shown Faith has knowledge he should be utilising, perhaps more importantly here's the support he's been lacking. Whether he chooses to take the option only he knows.

Your fan wank btw clarifies Rupert's & Giles respective attitudes towards Riley and Xander. As for AU Xander's turning away point, hmmm, maybe the Zeppo incident turned out differently.