Spaces Between
Author: aubkae
Words:
7,644
Author's Tags:
Post Reichenbach, First Time
Description:
John watches Sherlock wander through the flat staring at everything like it's all new, touching random objects as if they can tell him something he doesn't already know. Their eyes meet. They look away.
Why I loved it:
I'm tempted to call this an "old classic" in the fandom, which is funny, because 2012 does not exactly imply vintage in day-to-day life. Still. This is one of those stories you find on pretty much everyone's bookmarks list, and with good reason. It's like a fandom shock blanket, keeping us cozy and warm, insulating from the harsh realities of life (and, if we're honest, from the madness of Season 3). Reading this delightful story is not unlike watching two pieces of a puzzle inch together in slow-motion. We get to see John and Sherlock finally connect after hovering around each other for what feels like eons. It's just as cathartic as you would expect, especially when their union is as sweet and delicate as this. I might have held my breath a few times. If you like stunning writing, vulnerable love stories and metaphorical fandom shock blankets, this is one for your favourites. Not a long read, either. (But seriously, cartoon hearts float around my face every time I read it. True story.)
Read it here.