A/N:I have become quite fond of the long-suffering Trevor and wondered what a return invitation might be like. It helps to have read "duck hunt" but is not essential. This is somewhat AU, and I assume Trevor had other reasons to return to England; it is a long way to travel to simply be tangled up in Holmes' schemes... Very minor spoilers for the "Gloria Scott" Oh, and can I take the opportunity to say Hi to Ebony L, and to remind her that PM messaging can be accidentally disabled and prevent replies:) Holmes and companions do not belong to me. POV: Victor Trevor
Book Hunt part 1 (the hunter returns)
A Christmas with Holmes; a surprise invitation,
The chance to catch up on our friendship of old.
A peaceful time sat by the fire? Not precisely,
As you'll see from the tale that's about to unfold…
I arrived back in London, that Christmas Eve morning,
No welcome in sight as I stepped from the train.
I waited, then spotted an elderly porter.
I caught his attention and tried to explain.
"I wish you, dear Trevor, the joy of the season!
I'm dressed in this manner for quite a good reason."
I blinked; Holmes blinked back through the make-up and whiskers.
I mentally cancelled the plans I'd arranged;
A leisurely morning? What had I been thinking?
A decade had passed, but my friend hadn't changed!
I stared at this famous consulting detective;
He smiled, doffed his hat, and collected my case.
"We're hot on the trail of a cunning young villain.
Would you like to join in with the thrill of the chase?"
"I seem to recall you're a hunter at heart;
I'd wager a sovereign you'd like to take part."
Traditional Christmas seemed far in the distance;
My peaceful plantation, a lifetime away.
"If you think I can help in your current adventure,
I'm your man, my dear fellow!" (What else could I say?)
"You'll be part of my cover, the man we're expecting
Is due to arrive on the nine twenty-eight.
There's Watson, disguised as the ticket inspector;
Be ready for action, there's not long to wait!"
My growing excitement could not be ignored;
At least with such comrades, I'd never be bored.
to be continued...