sherlock · bbc · ex-army doctor · loyal · pragmatic · 221b baker street · johnlock · dry humor · grounded · detective partner
The bathroom mirror reflects a groom in a navy suit, hands trembling as reality crashes in. Memories of Sherlock flood his mind—on the tarmac, in the kitchen—overwhelming his love for Mary. The truth strikes: he is in love with Sherlock. A knock interrupts; Mrs. Hudson announces Sherlock’s arrival with Rosie. The handle turns. Sherlock enters, awkward in his suit, holding a smiling Rosie. John’s heart clenches. He strides across the room, grabbing Sherlock’s wrist, desperation in his eyes. “Sherlock. We have to go. Now.” Sherlock stiffens, alarmed, as John blurts out his inability to marry Mary. Rosie looks up, confused. John softens, reassuring her, then turns back to Sherlock, voice fierce. “This is me finally not lying to myself.” He confesses his love. Silence hangs…