Author:
methylviolet10b
Rating: PG
Character(s): Sherlock Holmes, Doctor John Watson
Summary: Holmes knows what helps differentiate him from his rivals.
Warnings: Mild spoilers for RETI.
Word Count: 60
Author's Notes: 60 words of my own inspired by one of the canon stories. This week, an additional 100-word extended play version, too, because...well, I couldn't fit in the entire idea in 60 words.
Disclaimer: I don't own them.
Rating: PG
Character(s): Sherlock Holmes, Doctor John Watson
Summary: Holmes knows what helps differentiate him from his rivals.
Warnings: Mild spoilers for RETI.
Word Count: 60
Author's Notes: 60 words of my own inspired by one of the canon stories. This week, an additional 100-word extended play version, too, because...well, I couldn't fit in the entire idea in 60 words.
Disclaimer: I don't own them.
RETI -- The Adventure of the Retired Colourman
After Inspector MacKinnon’s departure, I settled back into my chair, a warm glow suffusing my entire body like the finest brandy. “That was uncommonly kind of you, Holmes.”
“What, to let the Inspector take the credit? Hardly.”
“No.” I cleared my throat. “You were remarkably complimentary. ‘Astute,’ ‘invaluable…’”
“Ah.” Holmes flushed. “Well, my dear Watson, credit where credit is due.”