Sherlock Holmes (ACD): To Be Read

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Title: To Be Read
Fandom: Sherlock Holmes (ACD)
Rating: G

 

“Watson, I believe you told me an addict is someone who claims they have certain behaviour under control, and yet their behaviour denies this.”

“You are quite correct, Holmes.”

“In which case, I would deduce that you are an addict.”

“Holmes, I admit to a propensity for gambling, and you have my cheque book locked in your desk, but I have not asked for it recently.”

“But you assured me you would not be buying any more novels this month, and what do we see before us?”

We both watched as my pile of books toppled over onto the floor.