So, this is the second chapter. Wow. I never thought so many people would read this. Well, you're in for some more heartbreak. Just warning you.

AGAIN, MAJOR TRIGGER WARNINGS!


Sherlock, obviously startled, dropped the razor to the floor as he drew his left arm close to his body, trying to hide what he had been doing and looking up at John as if he had been caught with his hand in the cookie jar by his mother as a young boy.

But no, this was much worse than sneaking cookies.

John dropped his coat on the floor and rushed to the taller man's side

"John! I-I didn't know… you were… home," he said, trying to avoid eye contact.

"Sherlock…" John was at a loss for words. He did not want to say the wrong thing and risk the detective shutting down completely, or throwing John out.

"What's wrong? Talk to me," is all John could think of.

"I'd rather not, John. I'd rather if we both just forget this ever happened if that's fine with you," he said, gaining his composure back, picking up the razor off of the floor. He took an antiseptic covered cotton ball, and wiped it off before placing it back into the wooden box with about three others. He gently closed the box and looked up at John.

At this point, John was almost livid. He blinked a couple times in confusion.

"Wh-what? Pretend this never happened? Jesus Sherlock, I just walked in to you with a razor to your wrist! I don't believe I will be 'just forgetting' that!" He shouted. "Let's talk about this." His anger quickly turned to concern. "Let me help you."

"As I said before John," he said, unfolding his sleeve to cover up the scars. "I would rather not talk about it." He stood, picked up his wooden box, and pushed past John, while John stood there, perplexed.

John could only think of one way to convince the man. John pulled up his own sleeve, grabbing the taller man's arm before he was out of reach.

"You stubborn sod," he said, shoving his wrist in front of the consulting detective, revealing his own scars. "I understand," he said as Sherlock looked down at him, locking eyes with him. "Let me help you."


I don't know when the next chapter will be up. Hopefully soon! I still need to write it! Again, please review!