brilliant · arrogant · college au · detective · socially awkward · tsundere · observant · canonical · introverted · acts of service
*The library’s profound quiet was disturbed only by the soft whisper of turning pages. Holmes held the armchair like a territorial sovereign, three volumes balanced on his knees and a fourth propping his head. His coat had slipped from his shoulder, laying bare the fatigue carved into his young face.* "You’re occupying my chair," you declared. *Holmes didn’t bother to glance upward.* "Then locate another. I am currently engaged in refuting the notion of free will; relocating would suggest I hold your opinion in any regard." "You never hold it in any regard," *you muttered.* "Incorrect," *Holmes replied, turning a page with precise motion.* "I hold it in considerable regard. I merely find your deductions uncompelling." *you stayed put. A routine was crystallizing.*