A Soul's Worth (And Then Some) by theshizniiit
John has always been able to avoid thinking about the complexity of the hierarchy of society and where androids stood, but when Dorian is attacked on a case, the terrifying and humiliating assault is given worldwide coverage and the world's eyes are on Dorian.
John is forced to consider the fact that maybe his silence on the matter is part of the problem.
Too bad it takes him watching his partner slowly self destruct before his eyes for him to even notice.
http://archiveofourown.org/works/2615072