After the battle with the Mayor , he leaves Sunnydale , leading to the spin - off series in Los Angeles .
Meanwhile , Angel becomes convinced that Buffy 's love for him will be bad for her in the long run .
After the battle with the Mayor , Angel leaves Sunnydale , leading to the spin - off series in Los Angeles .
Meanwhile , Angel becomes convinced that Buffy 's love for him will be bad for her in the long run .