On the search for others to play specific events

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

So, you wish to play out revealing yourself to Lestrade and Mrs. Hudson. Well, first you need to find versions of them willing to go through all that drama. I can't imagine anyone enjoying drama as much as you. And I know you are plotting somewhat with that Watson about a confrontation with Mycroft. Well then you need to find him as well.  And what about Molly?  After all, if she's 'always counted,' then she should be around as well.

While I enjoy running into them in various places, it would be nice to have a bit more consistency.  And of course, it would be best if they've seen all of both seasons.  As it would be quite spoilery if they haven't.

When you're done, I shall be waiting here.

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[wealldosillythings]

Um... my mun just yelled at me to get over here? What's going on?

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

She yelled at you!?

[Sherlock is most displeased with that prospect.]

I was merely suggesting to my mun if there is a desire to play me post... everything... that perhaps finding me some people to interact with would be of the most benefit.

[wealldosillythings]

I think she was just excited..?

Oh, well that's certainly a good idea, yes. I'm...usually around. I mean, i-if you need me.

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

[His tone turns soft and serious.]

You've always counted.

[Then brighter, can't get too emotional, after all.]

Besides, what would Bart's be without the great Molly Hooper?

[wealldosillythings]

[She's flattered to the point that she's not sure she can find words to properly express how delighted his words make her feel. Then again, it's probably best not to ruin the moment, anyway, and he moves on]

Heh, I'm not that great. But I do suppose it would start to get awfully crowded down there in the morgue without me...

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

No. Don't do that... making jokes. It doesn't suit you.

[Well, he's still Sherlock, in spite of everything.]

[wealldosillythings]

[Molly frowns a little, glancing downward] Oh. Okay.

...Well...what does suit me, then? I can't be completely serious all the time...

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

Of course not. But, you don't need to worry about such things. Just... don't try so hard.

[He's trying to be gentle, honest this time. He owes her so much after everything.]

[wealldosillythings]

O-Okay. If you say so... [The gentleness is appreciated, and she certainly notices it in comparison to most of their other conversations]

D'you, um, need me to do anything else?

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

Not do, no... just... be there?

[He swallows.]

And you never quite answered my question.

[wealldosillythings]

[Molly nods] I can do that.

What, about St. Bart's without me? [She pauses to think and slowly shrugs] ...I really don't know.

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

[He looks a bit pensive.]

No, I mean the part where I asked if you would still want to help me if I wasn't what you thought I was...

[wealldosillythings]

[She looks at him a moment and shakes her head, a tiny smile at her lips] That question? I sort of thought I did answer it. But, with everything going on, maybe you weren't observing as much as normal.

I jumped right to asking you again what you needed - that was my answer. That I was going to help you no matter what. That I..will help you no matter what.

What you are doesn't much matter. It's the who that's important. And you're just Sherlock to me.

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

They do say "Actions speak louder than words." But it does help to have it confirmed.

[Because Sherlock is a bit daft when it comes to people.]

[wealldosillythings]

Of course. I'll always help you, Sherlock. I mean, if there's any way I can, that is. Otherwise I'd probably just slow you up.

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

I'll be okay, Molly.

[He's not just saying that, but he wants her to know that he's trying.]

[wealldosillythings]

I know. I know you will be. I have faith.

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

[And that... that faith and trust people place in him. It's something he still hasn't gotten used to hearing.]

I.... thank you.

[He can learn. He owes so much to Molly, the least he can do is try.]