Fic: Broken Substitutes (1/4) (Holmes/Watson)

[zarah5]

This story was written for help_haiti, although I guess that help_chile would be just as appropriate. However, I think that most of the Haiti donations were not tied to a specific cause, so I’m convinced that Chile will profit just as much from the amazing, incredible result of the fandom fundraising for Haiti. As such, this solely and entirely belongs to purelyironic.

Comments

[redorchids]

can't wait for the next part. :)

[zarah5]

Hee, thanks, hon. Should be up tomorrow.

[inteligrrl]

Oh, this is just beautiful. I ache for the two of them. The way they're each steadily and determinedly destroying everything is just painful to watch.

[zarah5]

But it's kind of what addictions do to a person, isn't it? You tell yourself, "Just one more, just this one," and refuse to see how bad it is for you. But it's a good thing they at least care about the well-being of the other one! And thank you, dear. (Next part tomorrow.)

[sulla]

*is desperate for the next part*

[zarah5]

Tomorrow! I was gone for a couple of days, hence the delay. :)

[bradygirl_12]

Ouch! A marvelously-written study of two men spiraling downward. We, of course, can hope that they each grab the other and help them out of hitting rock-bottom.

Chilling about the truth behind Mary's death.

[zarah5]

Thank you so much! Clinging to each other might just be the only way out - at least they still care about the well-being of the other, if not their own! (And while I adore Mary in the movie, the fact that she passes away in the books fairly soon was just too good an opportunity.)

(Next part will be up tomorrow, by the way.)

[bradygirl_12]

Excellent! I shall keep my orange, er, eyes peeled for that. ;)

[zarah5]

Did you just threaten my orange?!

[alba17]

This is very good. I got immediately caught up in the story. I really like the premise of the mystery and the angst of their various addictions. Very nice characterization. Looking forward to the rest!

[zarah5]

Thanks so much! The premise was one that I was immediately drawn to, only I didn't think I'd have time to write it - until purelyironic chose this for her help_haiti, hee. Am happy you're enjoying the beginning, and the next part will be up tomorrow!