The Second Stain: A Consummate Actor

[impulsereader.livejournal.com]

Title: A Consummate Actor
Canon story: The Second Stain
Rating: G
A/N: It's such a great moment when Holmes springs into action here. It was fantastic in the Granada episode as well. It's also a nice subtle moment when Holmes uses his ability to disguise himself in a slightly different capacity.

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Of course I was curious what had sent Holmes into such a state, scrabbling frantically at the floorboards. However, I had already learned it was best to obey, and obey quickly, the orders being snapped at me. Explanation could be expected later. It was all I could do to hide my grin just an instant afterward. Bored to death indeed!

Comments

[hisietari.livejournal.com]

He's fantastic in these situations, isn't he? :) I like how you portrayed Watson's impressions of the scene, especially how he just plays along, already used to Holmes's ways.

[impulsereader.livejournal.com]

Thank you! This was a fun one to write once I pinpointed the right place to start. I need to just trust my instinct and go with the moment which I really enjoyed the most as a jumping off point.

[ennui-enigma.livejournal.com]

Perfect description of Watson at this scene and very plausible theory of his thoughts.Made me smile!

[impulsereader.livejournal.com]

Thank you! I'm glad to provide a grin. It seemed odd that Watson was so quiet while Holmes was jumping about all 'quick, quick!' But then I realized that silent doesn't mean unhelpful.

[ennui-enigma.livejournal.com]

True, true.

[spacemutineer.livejournal.com]

This is such a great rendering of this moment. Watson knows good things come when Holmes is on a scent. :)