And the conclusion! Sorry I was a bit late. I was slightly distracted this morning by the snow pouring from the sky! It was most upsetting, I had to find a thicker coat.
I wasn't until the next morning that we were rescued from the oak, and our untiring guards beneath. We had shivered through the night, exceedingly lucky it was mild for autumn. I finally woke, to shouts from the ground. I raised my head from Holmes' shoulder (we had huddled together on the thick branch for warmth) and looked down at Inspector Lestrade, grinning up at us.
The dogs, I could see, were restrained by the scowling farmer. He evidently was put out by them getting loose.
I nudged Holmes, and he came awake just as Lestrade called up to us again.
"Alright there Holmes? Doctor?" His words showed concern, but his tone was pleased as punch.
My friend scowled, roughly extracting himself from me, and straightening his coat. We started to stiffly climb down.
"We were mighty glad to find you chaps." Lestrade continued. "Once we'd seen the dogs had gotten out…" He trailed off at the sight of Holmes glaring daggers at him.
"Ahem, jus' glad we found you." He muttered.
I elbowed Holmes. He really could be discourteous at times. Lestrade had obviously searched the night for us. He frowned at me, then sighed.
"Thank you, Lestrade." Holmes drawled. Lestrade grinned. Oh no.
"Never thought I'd see the great detective up a tree!"
"Thank you, Lestrade!" My friend barked.
Well, I hope you liked it! Thank you for all the lovely reviews, and keep an eye out for my next piece! *smiles* hee hee