Okay, I know I'm almost 6 years too late, but I feel it simply has to be asked.

Damn it, Joss, why Tara? WHY?!

'Course, I know why. It's the same reason as he gave for Wash. 'Cause it had to be somebody, and nobody would have suspected her.

You're lucky we love you so much, Joss. If we didn't, we'd probably have to kill you. You are a cruel man and master.