Les Misérables was playing on the West End. Sherlock and Molly sat in the back of the theatre, watching Jean Valjean's story unfold. The consulting detective detested the idea at first, but he found it hard to say no when Molly was looking at him in that way. You know the look where her chocolate eyes are twinkling at the mere sight of you full of unconditional love and a glimmer of hope. Sherlock Holmes would be damned if he were the one to extinguish the light in her eyes. He refused to disappoint her. So he took her to the theatre dressed in their best formal attire.
"Thank you for taking me," Molly whispered as the second act played out.
"You are quite welcome," Sherlock replied with a quick glance at her.
"It's just, I know this isn't really your scene," Molly continued.
"Molly," Sherlock spoke urgently, causing her to finally look at him. "Honestly, it's my pleasure. I'm enjoying this more than I thought I would."
"I'm glad," Molly smiled at him before they both turned their attention to the stage. Somehow, Sherlock's fingers found themselves laced through hers. He hummed a sound of satisfaction to himself. At one point, Molly's lips found themselves pressing soft, warm kisses to his fingertips. Neither objected so neither of them ceased to stop themselves. Eventually, Molly did discontinue her ministrations.
"Why'd you stop?" Sherlock asked, annoyed at the slight whimper that slid into his voice.
"Did you not want me to?" she asked in return.
"Please, by all means, continue," Sherlock whispered in her ear. He kissed her temple before turning back to the stage. She gave his hand a loving squeeze as her lips once again caressed his fingertips. He closed his eyes momentarily, enjoying the feeling of her warmth. "You make me happy, Molly Hooper." He could feel the smile on her lips against his fingers. The rest of the play was watched in contentment and genuine interest. Theatre's not so bad after all, Sherlock thought.
Author's Note: I had a bit of writer's block with this one lol but I hope you enjoyed it! :)