Stupid Law 33

A/N: John gets his revenge for the drunken fish incident….Enjoy this really appropriate law!

The boys had been called to America several times in the last few months but this case seemed by far to be the most interesting (apart from the one they had created of course). Sherlock had been absorbed for days while John was left in the hotel for the most part, wondering what disguise Sherlock would be adorning in his return. John didn't mind all that much as he had time to update his blog and let the world know what they were up to. John reached the last few pages in his notebook and was reminded of the drunken fish incident. A surge of anger welled up inside him but within seconds he was giggling to himself. It actually had been quite funny on reflection. He began to search for a revenge law, putting his blog on hold.

Sherlock returned just in time for dinner and John gave nothing away. He made conversation relating to the case and made a few notes to add to the blog. Sherlock seemed extremely happy and John was glad for him after the boredom of the past few weeks. He had been a pain to live with and his violin had been played at all hours of the morning. Usually this would not have bothered John but the melodies were harsh and untuneful and often gave him headaches for the whole of the following day.

"So should we expect a result in the next day or so?" John asked hoping the answer was yes.

"Indeed John there are only a few details remaining to be sorted and handed over to Norton. He should be able to complete the case while we travel back to London." Sherlock replied. John was left in a good mood as this meant the violin would make its reappearance. He excused himself from the table and made a few calls to Norton who was more than happy to help the doctor out after dealing with the detective over the past week. He returned to find Sherlock typing on his phone at high speed.

"Oh John, there you are John I was just checking out something that has been bothering me about the case. Something Mrs Flood said to me about the squeaking gate." John nodded as he recalled the conversation. "It appears that it is the most pivotal point in the case." He didn't elaborate and John was sure he would find out why in due course.

Few people realised this but Sherlock was in the habit of carrying his violin around with him when he was in a really good mood and as was his custom the violin appeared that evening as they walked around the city. Augusta was beautiful at night and Sherlock made it more spectacular as he played several of his own compositions. He continued to play as they returned to the hotel.

Norton stood on the steps of the hotel and heard the music before he saw the detective and the doctor. He smiled to himself as they appeared around the corner. He pulled out the handcuffs in preparation. He could see the smile on John's face and the confusion on Sherlock's as he placed them on the detective's wrist.

"Unfortunately Mr Holmes I am under obligation to place you under arrest as in Augusta, Maine it is illegal to walk down the street playing the violin." He managed to keep a straight face in contrast to the good doctor who was bent over in agony from laughing.

Sherlock glared at John but a smirk spread over his face slowly accepting that he had been well and truly got in one of the most appropriate ways imaginable.

A/N: Thanks for the continued support. Drop me a review with any suggestions/ thoughts on the story…The ball's in Sherlock's court now…