On the subject of teasing.

[illbebach]

Yes, it is fun isn't it? Creating this - dare I say - Wilde goose chase, riddling him in circles. I like a woman who can spin a tale, how satisfying that you should already know that.

Oh dear, did I just give a hint away? Whoopsie.

You're baiting him. We're baiting him. I think I might be enjoying this quite deeply.

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[illbebach]

Spoken like a true foundation of logical thought.

But if no man is an island, Sherlock, what does that make you I wonder?

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

[He tilts his head slightly.]

The same as you, as you pointed out.

[illbebach]

Oh good, you were listening. One would worry that you were simply humoring me -- it must be so tempting to do, too.

But really. I'd rather be a monster than an island. Or worse, just an ordinary man.

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

[A small smile.]

But you are ordinary. You see me how you want to see me - just like everyone else.

[illbebach]

No. No, you're wrong -- or can't you understand? I make everyone else see you as I want them to see you.

It's not that complicated, is it? Or can't you understand?

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

[Sherlock chuckles.]

You can only offer them the opportunity to see me as you do. The final decision lies with them.

[illbebach]

I'm confident in the impression I make.

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

[He gives a slight nod of agreement.]

Which is your Achilles's heal.

[illbebach]

Does that make you Paris? I really hope it does, it's a funny idea.

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

Depends on which version of the story you choose to believe, I suppose. But then, that is what you're good at... stories

[illbebach]

Oh. You remembered. What a knight in shining armor, you are.

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

How could I forget? It was all over Kitty's apartment. It was written right above your head as you were upon the stairs: "Make Believe."