6 months post-Reichenbach, Sherlock approaches Irene with an unusual job offer: he wants to shoot up, and he needs someone to mind him. But can she remain detached whilst Sherlock spirals deeper and deeper into his addiction? A dark and frank character and relationship study. M for pervasive drug use, some language, and sexual content. Adlock. Followed by The Way the Heavens Go.
Rated: M - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 13 - Words: 69,145 - Reviews: 212 - Favs: 342 - Follows: 124 - Updated: 4/15/2013 - Published: 6/17/2012 - Sherlock H., Irene A. - Complete