The Resident Patient: A Telling Difference

[shadowycat.livejournal.com]

Canon Story: The Adventure of the Resident Patient
Title: A Telling Difference
Author: shadowycat
Rating: G

As I listened to Dr Trevelyan, I was struck by the thought that in a way Watson was my resident patient. Did I not contrive to care for his wounds of body and spirit by providing distraction, amusement, a modicum of excitement, and, when needed, ample rest? There was one telling difference, however. Nothing whatsoever was weak about Watson’s heart.

Comments

[methylviolet10b]

Oh, nice one! I'd never thought of this, but it makes perfect sense in the light of events and your story. :-)

[hisietari.livejournal.com]

I always thought of them both being doctor, patient, and remedy for each other. I like your take on Holmes being put more into that light, as I could imagine that it usually tends to be overlooked.

[shadowycat.livejournal.com]

Thank you! :D

[shadowycat.livejournal.com]

Thank you! I think you're right. They do tend to look out for each other in their own ways, but it's more expected of Watson. :D

[spacemutineer.livejournal.com]

Now that is an interesting angle! Watson as the patient. I hadn't thought of it that way, but you're absolutely right. And that last line is spot-on and touching.

[shadowycat.livejournal.com]

Thank you! I'm so pleased you like it. :D

[castiron.livejournal.com]

Very true! And awww.

[shadowycat.livejournal.com]

Thank you so much! :D

[snycock.livejournal.com]

Oh, how interesting! I was thinking of Holmes as Watson's patient, just based on the number of times I imagine Watson having to fix him up, but I really like this interpretation as well!

[shadowycat.livejournal.com]

Thank you! I'm glad you like it. :D