REUNION
If anyone had told Lestrade that Sherlock Holmes would have returned after three years of apparent death, he would have sent them to Dr. Agar Moore (1) on Harley Street.
But now, he was watching the same scene. Sherlock Holmes, back from the dead, nonchantly smoking a cigarette and talking to a bunch of reporters outside Camden House.
And, behind him, as always, Dr. Watson.
Something about the man disturbed Lestrade. Doesn't he feel angry? Or at least irritated? His best friend faked death for three years and did not even care to tell him! Yet he is standing there, completely contented.
Lestrade ground his cigarette beneath his feet.
Why does he have to be so forgiving all the time?!
He noted Dr. Watson's smile as Holmes turned around to address something to him. Holmes himself sounded a bit…apologetic.
He knows, Lestrade realized suddenly He knows that Watson will forgive him, no matter what.
And, not for the first time, Lestrade felt a great rush of anger towards Sherlock Holmes.
Does he not know what a precious gift he is mistreating in his friend!
Lestrade grimaced as he realized why he was angry. Holmes had beaten him again, even while being 'dead'.
Lestrade turned and walked away.
Well, Mr. Holmes, I hope you learn to respect one of the few people in the world who actually care for you.
Everyone, I'm sorry if this is Holmes negative! I was reading the empty house the other day and I was struck about how Dr. Watson just irrationally forgave him! If it was me, I would have been mad! Oh and from now on I'll only update on weekends. Sorry, but schools restarted and I've gotto get back to work.
Anyway, this is in answer to a request. Hope you like it, KCS!