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How is/was the party, assuming it has already started? Any interesting highlights?
It has already started and is still ongoing, that's why I am trying to escape here. Some highlights: deductions about Harriet's friend that came along (deductions I am not allowed to say or John and his sister will murder me...although there would be some useful information she should know, well she wouldn't thank me anyway), Lestrade who kept staring at Molly and whinging about Mycroft....and Mycroft who randomly showed up although he wasn't invited. Things got a bit interesting then finally.
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cole-is-a-dragon · 10 months
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Absolutely in love with the Good Omens Human AU fanon that's near consistent in every fic
not to forget the fact that our ineffable buerocracy is both as canon-based (barely) and widespread (second biggest ship in the Fandom) as Mystrade
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birdie-0318 · 4 months
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Hi everyone! Here’s my latest fanfic, I’ll Be Home For Christmas. Hope you all enjoy and have an awesome holiday!
“It all started with a phone call and lies that had finally caught up with him. It was a mistake. Greg hadn't meant for it to happen, but, now, Mycroft Holmes is coming to his parents for Christmas as his "boyfriend".”
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kind of wish I was a famous singer-songwriter, just to watch everyone speculating about which alleged ex-lovers my songs are about when, in fact, they are all about mystrade
(I would eventually reveal this at a wildly inappropriate moment to everyone’s shock and confusion)
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inevitably-johnlocked · 9 months
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Hi Steph!
As always thank you for everything you do for the fandom 🧡🧡 Myself and my incredibly talented co-author Enterthetadpole are releasing a new fic this week, and I was wondering if you’d be able to share it on your page?
It’s called Matters of the Hart, it’s 25K (8 chapters) and we’ll be posting a chapter every day until Sunday 30th July!
https://archiveofourown.org/works/48592345/chapters/122571061
Thank you!
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Matters of the Hart by Enterthetadpole & WritingOutLoud (E, 5,668+ w., 2/8 Ch. || Completed WIP || Mild Case Fic, Jealousy, John's Ex-Boyfriend, Background Mystrade, Bisexual John, Past Relationships, Pining Sherlock, Fluff and Angst, Friends to Lovers, Fencing, Happy Ending) – How did Sherlock never know that John had an ex-boyfriend? Of the thousands of things he knows about John, some deduced, others confided in, how could he never know about this? He thought John was straight.
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HI LOVELY! I ABSOLUTELY would love to boost your new story!! Sounds like an AMAZING read!!!
Everyone go give this one some love!
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mimisempai · 10 months
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Practice makes perfect
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Greg and Mycroft have had a row, and it's on his way to rescue Sherlock from his usual troubles that Greg realizes he was the one at fault. Will he be able to put things right?
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Mystrade Monday  1.0  #39 - “I forgot I was a single parent.”
@mystradepromptsandscenarios
On AO3
934 words - Rating G
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Greg sighed as he looked over the bars of the cell at John and Sherlock.
"I don't even dare ask what you did to get here. For a while I thought you'd calmed down and I'd almost forgotten..."
Sherlock raised an eyebrow, "Forgotten what, my dear Greg?"
Ignoring the mocking tone of the other man, Greg replied matter-of-factly, "I forgot that I was a single parent with two grown children who took up all my time.
"Very amusing, Detective!"
Sherlock approached the bars and added, "But I think you're wrong. For what I know, you are no longer single."
Greg lowered his eyes and his expression became sad. Seeing this, Sherlock couldn't help but provoke him, "What, is there trouble between you and my brother?"
"It's wonderful how invisible I feel. But it's true, who am I in the face of the important work of Mycroft Holmes?" 
Greg muttered from across the table where they were dining, tired of Mycroft's lack of response, obviously preoccupied with a delicate situation at work. But Greg's tolerance was at zero today as he had had a hell of a day himself and would have loved to share it with Mycroft, but Mycroft's blank expression prevented any discussion.
Mycroft replied, "Of course my work is important!  You've always known that, haven't you? But I'm still here, having dinner with you."
Greg chuckled darkly, "No, you're not."
Mycroft stood up and said coldly, "Well, if I'm not here, then you won't mind if I get back to work."
Shocked, Greg watched Mycroft walk away without reacting and was startled to hear the door slam shut.
"I mean, I get it. My brother must be really difficult to live with. In fact, I don't know how you've managed to live with him for so long."
Sherlock's voice pulled him out of his thoughts and Greg reacted sharply to these words, "You have no idea how easy it is to live with him! You don't know your brother as well as you think you do. Mycroft is devoted to his work, but make sure I know he's devoted to me too, and besides, I-"
Greg stopped himself, it wasn't Sherlock he should be saying this to. It was Mycroft. The exhaustion and frustration of the moment had blinded him, and now that he could see clearly, he realized his mistake. The remorse that suddenly overcame him was unbearable, and without a thought for the two men imprisoned, he turned and almost ran out the door.
A few moments later, ignoring Anthea who tried to stop him and without knocking, he walked through the door of Mycroft's office.
Mycroft looked up and exclaimed as he stood up, "Greg, has something happened?"
Seeing his lover's reaction, Greg felt even more guilty and rushed over to him, shaking his head, "No, nothing, I just realized how stupid I was last night and I'm so sorry. I didn't mean what I said yesterday, I was so selfish. I only saw my own frustration without seeing that you were in no better shape than I was. I hope you can find it in your heart to forgive me."
In the rush to get his message across, he hadn't noticed the change in Mycroft's expression and realized that his lover was looking at him fondly as he replied, "Apology accepted. And I also apologize for leaving without a word. I should have stayed and we should have talked. I know I'm not always easy to live with and..."
He was interrupted by Greg, who put his finger to his lips, "I don't agree. I lived long enough with someone who wasn't easy to live with, without even mentioning my ex-wife, and I assure you that has nothing to do with it. You're exceptionally easy to live with, and I'm sorry I reacted the way I did."
"So we're good?" asked Mycroft quietly.
Greg laughed softly, "We're better than good."
Mycroft nodded and replied, "Then kiss me and let's forget about it. I've missed you, us, so much."
Mycroft barely had time to finish his sentence before Greg pressed his lips to his own. Instinctively, he wrapped his arms around Greg's waist, deepening the kiss. And every time one of them tried to pull away, the other one pressed against him to keep the kiss going. He didn't even know how much time had passed since the kiss had begun, but only when they both felt they couldn't go on without breathing did they part slowly, just long enough to catch their breath.
They were panting, mouth to mouth, their breath warm and their pulse quickening from the kiss they'd just shared. After a few seconds, Greg managed to say, "I'm so sorry, Mycroft," between gasps.
"I know. So do I. So let's leave it there," Mycroft replied gently, before holding Greg close and continuing, "Let's put that behind us and concentrate on what's to come. Tonight I'll be home early and so will you, we'll have the dinner we should have had, you'll tell me about your day and I'll tell you about mine."
"Blimey, Sherlock!"
Mycroft raised an eyebrow, a little confused, "I have to admit that's not the reaction I was expecting. What does my brother..."
Greg interrupted, "I'll tell you tonight, I swear. Just know that he was the unwitting instrument of our reconciliation." He leaned forward, planted a last lingering kiss on Mycroft's lips and said softly, "See you tonight then."
Mycroft nodded and replied softly, "See you tonight," and followed Greg fondly with his eyes as he hurried out of his office.
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Still not beta'd
Still not my native language
Still hoping you'll enjoy this story  🥰
Still thanking you for bearing with me 😝
Mystrade masterlist here
Mystrade Monday 1.0 : here
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swissmissficrecs · 1 year
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Smutty fics to keep you warm
I posted a smut list a few years ago which proved quite popular, so with the cold weather arriving I thought it might be time for a wee update to help keep those cockles warm.
A Matter of Trust by Devi_the_Wynter_Wytch (Johnlock, John/OFC, 10K) When he was in medical school, a practical joke gone horribly wrong (or right as the case may be) caused John to develop a keen interest in his prostate.  It is something he kept well-hidden due to the stigma associated with any hint of bisexuality, particularly in the military. He is still self-conscious about it, and it is the one secret he has managed to keep hidden from Sherlock—that is until Sherlock walks in on an oblivious John and sees a lot more than John ever intended.
A Storm for Late Blooming by zemph147 (Johnlock, 11K) After many years of living together, John and Sherlock get snowed in and finally deal with the fact that they really want to fuck each other. Pornographic loving fluff.
Assistance Required by Soft_Light (Johnlock, 12K) Sherlock takes Viagra for an experiment. You can probably guess a lot of what happens next.
Cock Slut John series by lizzieborednow (Johnlock, John/OMC, Viclock, others, 50K) Unrelated works with a common theme
Cockaigne by HollyShadow88 (Johnlock, 38K) When John’s contacted by an old uni friend about problems in his new art exhibition, he doesn’t think it will be worth Sherlock’s time. After a glance of the crime scene, however, they’re both pulled into the project in ways John didn’t expect. Will a week of erotic performance art finally be enough to bring them together in the way they both secretly hope? (Spoiler: it’s a tropey fic, of course it will)
for all that bitter delights will sour by darcylindbergh (Johnlock, 9K) “I’m not gay,” John said into the darkness. Sherlock rolled over, facing away from him. The skin of his cleft slid uncomfortably against itself as he moved, the lubricant becoming tacky as it began to dry. He re-adjusted the pillow under his head. “I know.”
I Can Carry You by lurikko (Johnlock, 18K) “I need you to do it for me,” Sherlock said.
stay (just a little bit longer) by subtext-is-my-division (Johnlock, 15K) John may not be an expert, but he's pretty sure that shagging your ex is a bloody awful idea.(Shame the sex is so good, though.)
The Fire Finds a Home by fearfully_beautifully_made (Johnlock, 61K) After Sherlock and John decide to give having a relationship a go, this is how their relationship starts to develop.  There a little bit of plot, if you squint, but it was mostly an excuse to write John and Sherlock having sex in a lot of different ways and learning to love each other.
The Illusion of Control series by starrysummernights (Johnlock, Mystrade, 253K) Alpha!Sherlock/Omega!John series, includes mpreg
Unwind series by illwick (Johnlock, 741K) Established BDSM relationship
Welcome Distractions by ArwaMachine (Johnlock, 14k) John hoped that a holiday away from Baker Street would clear his mind of a certain infuriatingly sexy and tragically disinterested consulting detective. So far, it hasn’t gone well.It goes even less well after the consulting detective gives him a call.
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johannadc · 1 year
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Do you help with finding fic?
If you do I am searching for one for years and still can't find it. So I could take any help but if you don't sorry for bothering you.
This fic was about Mycroft wanting a child to be next in line in Holmes family. He tell this to all Sherlock people and this really upset Greg because he really wanted to be a father and tried with his now ex-wife they ever wanted to try IVF and/or adopt but couldn't and now Mycroft going to have a baby only because he want to have another Holmes .
And I remember that at the end they obviously get together but at the beginning of thier relationship Greg was only helping Mycroft with his baby but this fic was more about Greg being upset and Mycroft who didn't fully understand that and then making him feel better.
I do try to find Mystrade fics! Wow, that's quite the query! (And my apologies for the delay in response.)
I'm not entirely sure this is the one you're looking for, but it's got some of the premise... in "The Want for an Heir" (143K words, E) by CinRose, Watchinginthedark (orphan_account), Mycroft is an omega who uses Greg to get pregnant, and the rest of the fic is them learning how to co-parent and growing closer. https://archiveofourown.org/works/624971
This one is similar but with more angst and drama. It's also not concluded but with 150K words there's plenty there. "A Mutually Beneficial Arrangement" (E, WIP) by immortalemrys has Omega Mycroft contracting with Greg to have a child; in return, Mycroft will get Greg custody of his children from his evil ex-wife. https://archiveofourown.org/works/2675585
Now let's go to non-ABO fics with one of my favorite tags, "Accidental Baby Acquisition".
In "The Light of My Life" (34K, T) by accidentallyonpurpose, Mycroft finds an abandoned baby while on a mission, and Greg provides some helpful parenting advice. Then they go on the run and pretend to be a couple (more fun tropes!). https://archiveofourown.org/works/6385345
In "The Sum Of Our Failings" (12K, T) by wintergrey, someone leaves a baby on Mycroft's doorstop, which leads him to a serial killer, then to a new understanding with Greg. https://archiveofourown.org/works/1076632
"And Goodnight to the British Government Whispering Hush" (18K, E, WIP) by LoveandScience has the BEST title! Also a grumpy Mycroft with an abandoned baby and a helpful DI Lestrade who wants to see Mycroft get some sleep and so helps mind the baby. Greg is the best kind of friend. https://archiveofourown.org/works/1499113
This one has no Greg but some lovely Holmes brothers moments, as Sherlock tries to help Mycroft get through unexpectedly becoming a single parent. "The Hidden Truth" (13K, G, WIP) by Honeybeebatch https://archiveofourown.org/works/9619190
This one doesn't fit any of the above but it's an additional Dad!Mycroft story I enjoyed.
Greg finds out Mycroft has kids when the younger one gets kidnapped in "Code Red: Canary" (3900 words, M) by HumsHappily. (WIP but what's there is perfectly satisfying on its own.) https://archiveofourown.org/works/43209366
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bullet-prooflove · 2 years
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Greg Lestrade Masterlist
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Greg Lestrade x Reader:
Commited!Series:
The Longest Time - Greg has wanted you for the longest time.
You - You and Greg sneak a moment after spending some time apart.
Secrets - Greg doesn’t want to be a secret any longer.
Drunk Dial - Greg drunk dials your ex-husband after the Christmas Party
Crossing Lines - Your ex-husband shows up at Greg’s apartment.
Ten Minutes - Greg intends to make the most of his time with you.
Ready - You admit your feelings to Greg.
Love - Greg wants you.
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Mystrade:
Cotton Candy - Greg remembers everything.
For The Love of Books
Untethered -  Talking would ruin everything.
The Waiting Game -  Greg is willing to wait as long as Mycroft needs.
Masquarade - Prompt: Mystrade - Circus AU & Forgotten First Meeting - Mycroft may have forgotten meeting Greg the first time around, but he's never forgotten that night.
Meet Me In The Library - A prequel to Masquerade
Look After You -  Mycroft comes home to find out that Greg has been struggling.
The Last Dance - Prompt: Mystrade; Dance AU & Twenty-Four Hours to Live - Greg fulfills Mycroft's final wish.
Scars -  Prompts: Kissing a scar and Mystrade
Beautiful -  Mycroft almost believes Gregory when he tells him he's beautiful -(NSFW)
Echoes -  Old memories surface when Greg finds Sherlock on his doorstep.
The Fall -  It started with roving hands and sensual kisses... (NSFW)
Enough - Greg and Mycroft discuss the real reason he didn't attend John and Mary's wedding.
Complete - Prompt: “You’re shaking.” Mystrade -Mycroft returns home to find Gregory waiting for him.
Bruised - Prompt: Mystrade; Historical AU & Bathtub Fic - Greg returns from battle.
In The Dark -  It is the darkness that gets Mycroft thinking...
Solace - Gregory takes a minute of solace in Mycroft.
NSFW - Alphabet -  An A-Z of naughty Mystrade. (NSFW)
Like My Work? - Why Not Buy Me A Coffee
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I posted 10,522 times in 2022
That's 8,112 more posts than 2021!
875 posts created (8%)
9,647 posts reblogged (92%)
Blogs I reblogged the most:
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@atypical-snowman
@tony-stark-ing
@kcsplace
@eventhorizon451
I tagged 2,680 of my posts in 2022
#stupid - 628 posts
#the-c-odd-prompt - 254 posts
#prompt - 196 posts
#cool art - 96 posts
#yes - 87 posts
#tony stark - 80 posts
#lol - 78 posts
#iron man - 69 posts
#lmao - 69 posts
#ironstrange - 65 posts
Longest Tag: 139 characters
#in which steve is the cool uncle and charlie has a thing for bananas and danny has to stop steve from leavin the country cause he feels bad
My Top Posts in 2022:
#5
Snape & Harry prompt
Make it shippy if you want, I'll keep it gen for myself.
Snape survives the war and when Harry goes back for his 8th year, Snape ignores him. No more insults, no more detention, no more asking him questions he doesn't have the answer to, nothing. Since it's after the war, Harry's a bit...traumatised, and feels kind of without a purpose, because he doesn't want to fight anymore but he also doesn't know anything else, much less what he wants to do. And so, his helper-complex kicks in and he thinks clearly Snape's traumatised too, so much so that he doesn't even enjoy his favourite pass-time anymore : tortuting Harry. So Harry's new purpose is to annoy Snape into being a giant dick again, and make him feel better. Except the whole dickishness (well, the extent of it anyway) was part of his spy gig so Snape doesn't wanna go back to it, but my god is that Potter kid a pain in his...backside.
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#4
Mystrade/Mycroft prompt
Mycroft's waistcoat is a bulletproof vest. Mystrade version is Greg finding that out the hard way.
126 notes - Posted March 7, 2022
#3
All the ships
A's got some visible consequence of trauma ; maybe scars, maybe nervous ticks, maybe some obvious reactions to stuff, anything. B asks them about it and A lies, but A's a shit liar telling a shit excuse and they're in a bad place right now so when B just accepts it cheerfully, A thinks "oh, you don't care enough to call me on my bullshit". In the end, A realises "oh, you care enough to wait for me to be ready to talk about it"
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All the ships:
Strangers to flirty Friends to Lovers to friendly Exes to ... Well after that you can choose what you want.
So, they used to date but for some reason they broke up and they thought "well we were friends before, we can be friends again now as exes, right?" but wrong because they weren't friends, they were flirty friends, the kind where the friendship is mostly based on the mutual attraction which prevents real connection because you wanna impress. So now they realise they've got nothing to talk about and friendly Exes become "haven't talked to you in weeks but no hard feelings" kind of strangers. And then they meet again and start over.
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My #1 post of 2022
One prompt all the ships:
Soulmate AU where you have "the most meaningful touch" your soulmate ever gives you as, like, a birthmark.
A has a giant handprint all across their face, covering their mouth and cheeks. Obligatory angst of "oh shit my soulmate is violent/hates me/etc" until it turns out that B (the soulmate) actually saved their lives by preventing them from making a sound while danger was near (or something else non-evil).
(an example would be that scene where Klaus covers Caroline's mouth while 'saving' her from Psycho-Alaric ; another would be a high level of "shut up now before you say something you shouldn't" slam-my-hand-against-your-face thing)
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wambold · 6 months
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Some Mystrade Halloween recommendations
Let’s go the party (not scary):
Scary Exes and Super Friends by Lavender_and_Vanilla - “Convinced to attend a costume party Greg is confronted by horrors from his past. Surely he's doomed, but help arrives from an unexpected person.Greg & a Halloween party”
Veni, Vidi, Vici by Mottlemoth - when Mycroft finds himself in attendance at a Halloween party at Scotland Yard, he encounters a sight which might just push his restraint to the limit.”
Lupercalia by MayhemHeart - Greg, warlock and shapeshifter, returns to his hometown just in time for Lupercalia.  Will he be joined by the High Priest warlock he’s lusted after for years?
The Bewitching Hour by LadyKailitha - They shall go to the ball.
And onto more serious fare (might be scary):
Noctua by Jaybeefoxy for StrangersmilesStrange
What Comes in The Night by janto321 (FaceofMer)
Uncanny by Mice - “Greg Lestrade had always considered himself an ordinary bloke, not prone to flights of fantasy. When he is kidnapped from the streets of London and wakes in a dungeon, he must reevaluate everything he thought he knew about the world, and about himself.”
Magicae Argentea by EventHorizon - “A chance encounter with the owner of an occult shop would normally be something Mycroft Holmes immediately erased from his mind, but something about this Greg Lestrade is too intriguing for that to occur…”
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jaybeefoxy · 1 year
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Two more chapters up. Must be on a roll...
Chapter 9 of "You Can Lead A Horse..." (Mystrade, Greg is in the Mounted Division, Mycroft is CEO of a scientific instrument manufacturing ), and a short chapter 10 for "Pottering Around in Surrey" (Greg is an ex-policemsn turned potter, who reconnects with Mycroft Holmes on a visit to his brother at Baker Street).
I hope you enjoy.
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Scary exes?
And pirate captains to the rescue? Lestrade in costume? Yes please!
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Scary Exes and Super Friends by @lavenderandvanilla tonight at 20.00 (UK time).
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vulpesmellifera · 5 years
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Friday Fic Update: 5.10.2019
Another week, and there was some struggle, but I got through it.
I wrote 5,101 words for A Field of Stars (Mystrade in Space AU). There’s been a brutal assault, a lesson in forgiveness, and some advancement in an ongoing investigation of an earlier murder. Woo!
Shaping the Negative (part 2 of Craquelure) had to be put somewhat on hold to make room for the Holmestice project, so I only got to write 310 words of a conversation between Mycroft and Greg.
I added 2,668 words for my Holmestice Project. I have an idea of how it ends, so thank goodness for that. It’ll come in around 10,000 words. I hope the person who is receiving it likes it.
I started writing a smut scene for My Ex-Wife is a Serial Killer (Johnlock AU), and it came in at 460 words, with more to come.
A Field of Stars: 5,101 words
Shaping the Negative: 310 words
Holmestice Project: 2,668 words
My Ex-Wife is a Serial Killer: 460 words
Total Words for this week is 8,539!
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inevitably-johnlocked · 9 months
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Five Fics Friday: July 28/23
Happy Friday everyone!! Hope you enjoy your last July weekend with these fantastic reads! Have fun!!
SIGNAL BOOSTING
Matters of the Hart by Enterthetadpole & WritingOutLoud (E, 5,668+ w., 2/8 Ch. || Completed WIP || Mild Case Fic, Jealousy, John's Ex-Boyfriend, Background Mystrade, Bisexual John, Past Relationships, Pining Sherlock, Fluff and Angst, Friends to Lovers, Fencing, Happy Ending) – How did Sherlock never know that John had an ex-boyfriend? Of the thousands of things he knows about John, some deduced, others confided in, how could he never know about this? He thought John was straight.
RECENT MFLs
Missing by topsyturvy_turtely (M, 1,127+ w., 2/? Ch. || WiP || Heavy Angst, Major Character Injury / John Whump, POV Third Person, Blood, Worried Sherlock) – Sherlock didn’t usually call anyone. He was calling John for the fourth time now. Nothing. Two times endless ringing. The next two times it went straight to the mailbox. Sherlock hit the green button again. This was getting disconcerting.
Superficial Wound, Deep Feelings by Gregorovitch (T, 2,393 w., 1 Ch. || ACD Canon || Three Garridebs Compliant, Declarations of Love, Period-Typical Homophobia, Awkward Conversatioons, Crying, Bittersweet Ending) – After Holmes and Watson had solved the case and 'Killer' Evans had been arrested, Watson thought that it was time he had an important conversation with Holmes.
Together We Fly by Enterthetadpole & WritingOutLoud (G, 4,493 w., 1 Ch. || Pride Parades, Fluff, Established Relationship, Marriage Proposal) – A year and a half after they get back together, Sherlock and John attend London Pride. Little do they know, the day has something bigger in store for them. Part 2 of Together We Fell
For Need of Two Credits by BakerTumblings (M, 48,390 w., 8 Ch. || Teacher / Student AU || Medical Student John, Questionable Ethics, Safewords, Angst with Happy Ending, First Time, Misunderstandings, Photography, Artist Sherlock, Impulsive John, Light Dom/Sub) – John is close to finishing med school when he is informed that he must take an elective in order to graduate on time. His advisor suggests a novel opportunity working with a professor in a blended forensic art class where John can still fulfill his official obligations while getting these much needed credits. The professor? Dr. WSS Holmes, of course. 'Make contact, John,' his advisor says. 'You might actually enjoy it.'
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mimisempai · 11 months
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The only one who gives me what I need
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After a hard day, all Greg needs is some cuddles and Mycroft is always happy to provide.
Notes
Mystrade Monday  1.0  #36 - “Can we just watch a movie and fall asleep on the couch?”
@mystradepromptsandscenarios
On AO3
Rating G - 567 words
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Greg closed the door of their apartment behind him and breathed a sigh of relief. 
Home at last. 
Trouble at work had piled up and made this day a living hell. But now he could put it all behind him. 
After hanging up his coat and taking off his shoes, Greg went straight to the living room where Mycroft was waiting for him, reading by the dim light of the small lamp beside the sofa.
Greg planted a light kiss on his lover's lips before dropping down beside him. He immediately rested his head on Mycroft's shoulder and sighed, "I'm exhausted."
Mycroft gently brushed Greg's hair back before putting his arm around his shoulder and pulling him to his chest.
"Would you like to go straight to bed?" asked Mycroft.
Greg shook his head, "I need to clear my head first."
Mycroft nodded, and after pressing a kiss to Greg's hair, he asked gently, "What would you like to do then?" 
Greg thought and suggested, "Can we just watch a movie and fall asleep on the couch?"
Mycroft nodded, then replied as he straightened up, "Go and make yourself comfortable, choose the movie and in the meantime I'll make us some tea."
He got up and headed for the kitchen.
Greg watched him go for a few moments before getting up to change into something more comfortable. Mycroft really was the ideal, thoughtful partner. He thought back to the evenings when his ex-wife hadn't understood his need to stay at home and dragged him out to restaurants and other party venues without caring what Greg needed. He was so lucky to have someone like Mycroft in his life now. Life had given him another chance and he would do anything not to ruin it. 
When Greg returned to the living room, Mycroft was lying on the sofa with his arms outstretched. That was all Greg needed at that moment.
He turned on the television and chose to let whatever was on at the time, after all, it didn't matter what they were going to watch.
Greg slid against Mycroft, between his arms, their legs intertwined. Mycroft pulled the blanket that was lying on the sofa over them, wrapping them in it before leaning down to plant a kiss on the nape of Greg's neck, making his lover hum with contentment.
Mycroft wrapped his arms around him, closing them over his stomach before whispering in his ear, "What did you decide to watch?"
Greg leaned into the embrace, resting his hands on Mycroft's, intertwining their fingers before answering with a slight chuckle, "Nothing special, the way I see it, I don't think I'll last more than twenty minutes before I fall asleep."
Mycroft's soft laugh against his ear sent a shiver down Greg's spine as he replied, "I won't be far behind you."
Greg nuzzled his head under Mycroft's chin and looked at the TV screen, not really seeing what was on.
They didn't speak. They didn't need to.
Mycroft didn't force Greg to talk about his day.
He would do so when he felt the need.
And in the end, it took Greg only five minutes before sleep claimed him.
He didn't see the loving expression on Mycroft's face as he watched his sleeping lover.
He didn't feel his lips press against his hair one last time.
He didn't hear his voice whisper, "Good night, my love."
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Still not beta'd
Still not my native language
Still hoping you'll enjoy this story  🥰
Still thanking you for bearing with me 😝
Mystrade masterlist here
Mystrade Monday 1.0 : here
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