*Glares* evil Medcat, just evil. I don't mind killing Holmes and Watson off together, but apart like that is just nefarious (though I admit I did consider doing that with "Cause of Death").

I enjoyed it, really. I can't believe you actually wrote this version of the story. Not a happy ending, by any means, but much more... meaningful.

Love the letter from Watson. Very clever idea.

-LZ

Oh, this was so beautifully written. I particularly loved this line:

""You are certain?" I whispered, feeling that if I spoke any louder, either my voice would break or I myself would shatter."

I got such a vivid image of the room, his face, and the emotion of the moment. Absolutely gorgeous.

this played low and sad and sweet, like music from a very old fiddle.

Wow. I have just returned and found this wonderfully poignant story. It tugged at my heart strings to be sure, as I would expect nothing less from you and was wonderfully in character. Nice work, even if it did make my eyes tear.

I almost cried at the end. For perspective, I almost never cry at books or movies, even things that send other people bawling.

Wow. I've read Heart of the Matter (albeit quite a while ago), but I wasn't really sure where this was going (death? brain damage? etc.), until I got there.

The part with Mycroft really struck me when he hugged Holmes. I get the impression that this is a very rare occurence, and all the more powerful for it. That and "Sherlock, don't". Refusing his attempt to keep his emotions to himself. Mycroft seems to understand how big a loss this is for Sherlock.

Holmes's feeling that Watson might just walk in at any moment reminds me of feeling similarly whenever any major change occurs. It takes a long time to let go of what was.

I think it was the part with the letter at the end that really did it emotionally. I'm not sure why.

I've read multiple fics in which Holmes or Watson (or both) die, but, again, none of them have had me almost in tears. Very, very well done!

Pepipanda

buh buh, Cat! You made me all sad :( Poor poor Holmes...

This is was so good, but so heartwrenching!

Ari

But. . . why? *sniffles* Watson can't die. I know it said character ddeath but Watson is immortal because he's so awesome. *wails*

Okay. *sniffs* I'm good now. I really did like this story. It was just. . . sad. If you need me I'll be curled up in that corner over there weeping.

*freaks out* WHAT ARE YOU DOING WITH MY WATSON! *calms down* Sorry. I love Watson. I do. ARGH! *runs to next chapter*