The Adventure of the Priory School: The Bribe?

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Canon Story: The Adventure of the Priory School
Title: The Bribe?
Author: thesmallhobbit
Rating: G

Once again, inspired by the discussion post

“Why did you accept all that money, Holmes?  It’s not as if you need it”

“It seemed churlish to refuse it.”

“It could be construed as a bribe to keep quiet about the son.”

“You know someone would have hushed it up for him.”

“True.”

“I, at least, will use the money for the benefit of those who need it.”

Comments

[methylviolet10b]

Nice! That cheque really stands out, doesn't it?

[thesmallhobbit.livejournal.com]

Thank you. I liked your interpretation too.

[spacemutineer.livejournal.com]

I'm so happy the questions in the discussion post are sparking your mind!

for the benefit of those who need it.
It certainly wasn't going to good use with the Duke.

[thesmallhobbit.livejournal.com]

I'm very grateful for the questions, because they've provided a much needed push.

[shadowycat.livejournal.com]

Sounds logical and very true to form. :D

[thesmallhobbit.livejournal.com]

Thank you. I was sure there was a reason.

[snycock.livejournal.com]

Interesting! I'd like to see to what uses Holmes would have put the money...

[thesmallhobbit.livejournal.com]

I think there would have been a number of anonymous donations to deserving causes.