The Missing Three-Quarter: Syringes and Souls

[hardboiledbaby]

Canon Story: The Adventure of the Missing Three-Quarter
Title: Syringes and Souls
Author: hardboiledbaby
Rating: PG
Warnings: none
A/N: Two related 60s, but each stands on its own.

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A hypodermic syringe is a most useful instrument for a consulting detective.

I suppose I cannot fault Watson for assuming the worst when he saw the implement in my hand. Heaven knows, I have used it many times for a less than noble purpose. Too many times, perhaps.

But he should take heart: for this time, someone lost was found.

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A hypodermic syringe is a most useful instrument for a doctor. However, in Holmes' hands….

Laugh as he might, the sight of it rekindled in me a dread that will never truly die. It merely lies dormant, sleeping—just as his craving does.

I must be ever vigilant. If I cannot cure his body, then I must safeguard his soul.

Comments

[thesmallhobbit.livejournal.com]

I do like seeing both sides of the argument. I can definitely see where Watson is coming from, even if Holmes thinks his fears are needless.

[hardboiledbaby]

Yes, can't blame Watson for being concerned, can we? Thank you for reading.

[spacemutineer.livejournal.com]

Watson's verse is particularly compelling. Laugh as he might, indeed. It is an never-ending, painful struggle to guard Sherlock Holmes, body and soul.

Excellent work with two 60s this week! Love it.

[hardboiledbaby]

Thank you! Yes, I imagine it gives poor Watson some sleepless nights. Appreciate your comment :)

[methylviolet10b]

Oooh, good one! You captured with equal dexterity both Holmes' casual disregard for his own well-being (and his blithe shrugging-off of Watson's concerns) and Watson's fears and practicality. Loved the pair!

[hardboiledbaby]

"Blithe" really is the word, I think. Watson has to worry for two, since Holmes obviously won't take the proper care, silly man. Thank you for reading, m'dear; glad you liked :)

[shouldboverthis.livejournal.com]

Oh, very nice mirroring.

[hardboiledbaby]

Thank you! :)