Prompt #54: Awkward (continuance of the last)
"I've no idea what I was thinking. In my defense, I am unaccustomed to having to remember there is another person to consider during these cases of mine…" He trailed off due to a forceful sneeze.
"Bless you," the doctor interjected helpfully, carefully hiding all but the edges of his smile in his teacup. Was he actually enjoying this awkward apology?
"And…" He swallowed painfully. "I am…truly sorry for my inexcusable conduct."
Watson smiled, though his eyes remained cast down. "It was well-deserved," he replied softly. "You had every right to be angry, for I completely ruined the entire charade."
