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capt_facepalmRating: PG
Fandom: Sherlock Holmes (Gaslight)
Characters: Sherlock Holmes, Dr John Watson
Summary: A short ficlet for
eavis for the December Exchange at 
great_talesWarnings: (none)
Word Count: 250
Author's Notes: Originally posted HERE
Dr Watson’s scream was swiftly muffled by a strong hand.
‘Steady, Watson. I’ve got you. You’re safe,’ said a familiar voice, ‘Hush! Our enemies may yet find us.’
Disoriented, Watson’s heart raced. It often did when he fought to escape his nightmares. The arms around him eased their hold and he recognised the voice and the familiar tobacco scent of Sherlock Holmes.
‘Holmes, I can’t see!’
‘It’s dark and our lantern has gone out. We’re in the catacombs beneath the cathedral.’
‘Then, I’m not dreaming?’
‘Dreaming, no. Lower your voice and speak slowly. Tell me about concussion: the symptoms and treatments.’
‘Concussion can result from a blow to the head... but, Holmes, you know all this!’
‘Please humour me, Doctor.’
‘Very well. Common symptoms include memory loss; usually short-term… Confusion... Slurring of speech… Seizures are not uncommon in severe cases--’
‘Indeed.’
‘--and nausea, vomiting...’
‘Marvelous.’
A suspicion occurred to him. ‘Holmes... have you been injured?’
‘Not at all. I’m fit as a fiddle. Pray continue. What about treatments?’
‘The patient must be kept warm, and it is imperative to keep them awake... are you sure you’re all right?’
‘Perfectly. Lean back against me. It is going to be a long night.’
Watson did as he was bidden and settled against his friend. Despite the cold stone floor, the detective held him warm and protected. Holmes gave a sigh of relief.
Minutes later, Watson’s scream was swiftly muffled.
‘Steady, Watson,’ a familiar voice implored. ‘I’ve got you. You’re safe.’
.oOOo.
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Date: 2013-01-15 09:40 pm (UTC)no subject
Date: 2013-02-06 01:21 am (UTC)(But thanks for your encouragement!)
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Date: 2013-01-15 09:47 pm (UTC)no subject
Date: 2013-02-06 01:24 am (UTC)It was a challenge to combine angst, peril, banter, and a non-slashy embrace...
I'm glad you liked it!
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Date: 2013-01-16 01:03 am (UTC)May I friend you?
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Date: 2013-02-06 01:30 am (UTC)And I'd be honoured if you friend me.
:)
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Date: 2013-01-16 04:40 am (UTC)But I did read it was short so I guess I had it coming...mmm please please do continue with it?
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Date: 2013-02-06 01:32 am (UTC)I think this one will remain as it is. I have too many other plot bunnies in the fire at the moment!
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Date: 2013-01-16 09:00 am (UTC)no subject
Date: 2013-02-06 01:33 am (UTC)Thanks for commenting!
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Date: 2013-01-19 04:28 am (UTC)no subject
Date: 2013-02-06 01:35 am (UTC)