This was a very good chapter. You had hinted at it before that John Sherlock knew about his father's and uncle's relationship (JS:"I know more than you think.") and it was really interesting to see it finally come to a close as JS actually SAW them in the act and was presented with "the final link in the chain" so-to-speak and wath left with the unevitable conclusion that they did have a relationship deeper than "just friends." And Watson's reaction was very ture to how I believe Watson WOULD have reacted if this story was the real cannon or if it happened in the cannon. the question is, did Holmes know that JS WAS there the whole time or what? I wouldn't be surprised if he did. I'm sure Holmes knew that JS knew way before Waton knew that his son knew. The other question is how does JS feel about his father and uncle having an intamite relationship? That will be interesting to see. Keep up the good work!

I am deeply impressed by the psychological complexity and realism you created in this story.

This chapter was heartbreakingly sad, but it was also very consequent. How awful- that was really the ultimate catastrophe!

Still, part of me hopes that this is not going to be the absolute end of Holmes' and Watson's fact, a very great part of me is BEGGING for it not to be so!

I loved the way you portrayed Lestrade. I can very well imagine that he may know certain facts but that he is too tolerant to comment on them or to take any actions. And I would love to know whether really knows more than Watson had thought possible. And, of course, how Holmes' sister died!

I have two small questions and would be delighted about a short answer to them:

When Homes said "Goodnight, sweet price"- whom is he quoting?

When you wrote the introduction to chapter 27, what does ASAP mean?

Again, many compliments!

So glad you updated what a gut wrenching story

Masterly crafted

Please don't take such a long time to update again

Nans

Wow. I don't know what to say. No, actually I do: Can I worship you?

Wow! What a stirring chapter. I do hope this is not the end. There are far too many untangled threads! What will become of Watson and Holmes? What of Josh? Who killed Holmes's sister? (Okay I will stop now least I sound like one of those old announcers from the forties on those detective shows. And who killed...find out next week on...) Brilliantly written as usual. Please do update soon, I'm dying to know what happens. Bravo on an excellent chapter!

this story is developing wonderfully...I love the atmosphere...the realism as I told before...and the ying and yang explanation of Holmes was great.

*keeps on going reading the next chapter*

And I love it that your chapters are so long!

This chapter was sad but I love the realism...its dramatic of course but so delicate...

A friend recommend this story to me and Im so glad about it. I have read till chapter 8 and your style of writing and your ideas are incredible...

I just wanted you to know that you have a new reader for your awesome story. Youll read from me now and than.

*goes on to read the rest*

YAY! An update! And a brilliant one at that. Please DON'T keep us waiting so long for the next one. I am anxious to continue reading to see what happens. Bravo on this super chapter!

How odd that I was just thinking of this story for the first time in months yesterday. I'll have to read the chapter again to get a full impression, but I thought I'd say it's nice to see this story being continued. I've reccommended it to a few people, and they've all enjoyed it so far.

Wonderful chapter, from what I did take in. I think one of the best things about your writing is your tone, adn the dialogue, and the ability to inject emotional intensity without being melodramatic. Though I do feel awful for Watson, the writing is good enough to keep this going. But getting a beta reader may be a good idea. The spelling sometimes detracts from the (otherwise wonderful) story. Yes. Great chapter, welcome back!

First of all: You're alive - oh joy!I had almost given up hope that you would finish the story. So: great you're back!

But- do you realize you're making me suffer? Your last chapter was so tragical and hinted at so much more tragic yet to come that I could only grieve for Holmes' and Watson's relationship and the apparent loss of trust. *sob* Only one thought, however: with Watson's relationships going so completely downhill, don't you think it's a bit much that the relationship to his son is so strained as well? And likely to remain so? Not that it couldn't happen but it's just...much.

As to your writing: I still love your style, the way you are able to tell a story and how you keep the persons in character.

So, however tragic it will be,I'll definitely finish reading your story. ;-)

You need an editor, this story is ruined by silly errors of language and anacronisms. Moreover, you need to learn more about Victorian England - indeed about England and the English. We don't use kilometres even now.

If you do not know the difference between reign and reins, sight and site - rest assured, many of your readers do.

And will you stop bloody hinting and actually say something? I gave up several chapters in when every development of the plot was heavily foreshadowed several chapters in advance.

To be honest, I was quite mindblown by this story. The depth of detail of setting and plot and complexity of character amazed me. This is an intelligent, uncompromising at homosexuality in this time and society and at human nature and relations. I just can't get over how psychologically complex and realistic your characters are.

The way you avoid using modern psychological terms is wonderful, and I really feel like I've been immersed in English society of that time.

Thank you for writing this. I've enjoyed reading it greatly, whether it's finished or not. (Though I would rather like to know whether Holmes did kill his sister or not.)

Someone told me this was the best H/W out there, and was absolutely right. I'm looking forward to the next update!

Hello there! _

I wanted to say that you have awesome writer skills and that I absolutely adore your story! It's one of my favorite fanfiction ever! Congratulations on being so talented. _

(And that's why I'm looking forward to your next update! :P)