I have just finished watching the first two episodes of season 3. I wasn't too disappointed with the way things had gone in the first one. The second episode was beautiful but my main concern was how different Sherlock seemed. It was like he had a mental handicap or something. Perhaps he does, but I never once got that feeling from the first two seasons. He came off as rude, sure. Brilliant, of course. Oblivious at times, certainly! But I never viewed him as totally clueless as they painted him in S3E2. The episode was redeemed by its uniqueness and touching moments. Although there seemed to be an awful lot of those! I realize it was necessary for Sherlock to tell the stories which ultimately linked together to form the current case. Clever. I just felt he repeated himself when it came to how great John was, and even vice verse. But hey, it was an emotional time so that gives a pass. I just hope things are a bit more normal in the final episode.

All that lead up being said, my story is going to be a rewrite of how Sherlock first let John know that he was still alive. I had been so excited to watch that scene. I even paused it when he first entered the restaurant and made a quick run to DQ for some ice cream to eat while I watched! It felt like a celebration was under way.

I could happily see that first reunion redone in many different ways. I am sure fanfics have already been written and I'm sure I will be reading tons! I guess that means I was disappointed with the way the show did things.

I mean, I am a HUGE Merlin fan (as you can tell by all my other fics) and I never craved a rewrite of how Merlin first revealed his magic to Arthur. It was flawless, perfect as it was. Although... I do LOVE any Merlin reveals I can get my hands on! That's because the show's ending was SO good that I got addicted.

That is why I must rewrite this reveal! Hopefully I will do it some justice. So without further ado...

Sherlock had spotted John seated at a table near the middle of the restaurant. All he had to do now was determine the best way to approach him. His first thought was to pretend to be a waiter. He knew it wasn't ideal. He tried to convince himself that it would be clever, as well as humorous to see John's face in his surprise. Deep down Sherlock knew that whatever way he revealed himself to John could not restore the two whole years that he hadn't. Sherlock glanced around the restaurant. It definitely had a romantic air. He turned his gaze back to John who had just produced a small black box from his pocket. Sherlock knew what was about to transpire. To ruin that would only add insult to injury. He pondered if that might not be for the best? Then he could play things off in the usual way. If Sherlock was seen as oblivious to the pain he must have caused, then John might not hate him as much. A solid plan. But Sherlock found he couldn't go through with it. He owed John more than that. He would wait for the perfect moment. He was slightly disappointed as he left the restaurant, albeit mostly excited for the future time to come.

Well, what did you think? I wanted to show the inner conflict that Sherlock should have felt. I realize that the notes are actually longer than the story itself! One day it may get a lot longer if I am ever inspired with that 'perfect moment.' Suggestions are welcome!