[Ouch, she feels that pain. Those were her girls too. But she doesn't blame Faith for that. She could have easily walked into that trap as well.

Buffy sighs, rubs her face, and collects herself.]

Look, Faith, I'm not a born leader. You know exactly just how good I can be as a leader. [Aka: NOT all that great.] I barely know any better than you do, okay? We just.. Do our best, and hope it works out.