A Case Of The Crazies (BBC Sherlock fanfic) [Book one] *Editing and Revising*

Chapter 2: New Flat mates Equals Many Awkward Situations

Chapter 2: New Flat mates Equals Many Awkward Situations

It didn't take long for John to show me all around the flat. I had to admit it was a charming little place and it practically screamed that men were living here. After the little tour was over John left to go talk to a older woman named Mrs.Hudson about letting me rent out the room above this one. Leaving me all alone with Sherlock, I awkwardly looked around the kitchen examining the room when I stumbled upon a jar of eyeballs resting out on the counter.

"What the he-" I shrieked taking a few steps backward. When I bumped into the firm chest of Sherlock.

"Don't touch anything, thats an important experiment " he said coldly. I whirled around backing away from the man. Honestly, if I had a weapon on me I'm pretty sure Sherlock Holmes would be a dead man. I let out a breath happy that it was just the annoying detective and not some sort of criminal mastermind.

"See if I didn't know your reputation, I would have assumed that those were from your last victim" I said more to myself then anyone else.

"I'm a sociopath not a psychopath" He spoke sounding very unamused. His blue-green eyes narrowed slightly at me as his face remained stoic. I returned his calm look, narrowing my eyes back at him. I was tired and had no desire for tolerating rude british men.

"Well, that may be true but maybe you have some borderline psychopathic qualities " I grumbled glancing out the living room window.

"And what would you know about either of those things? My brother told me you were just some assistant but, I believe otherwise" He muttered glancing at me. I felt my heart stop for a few seconds, this was bad. I had to come up with a good cover story fast. My mind raced and thoughts started to come together in my head, I hoped that whatever came out of my mouth was somewhat believable.

"Oh, I just watch alot of the show Criminal Minds. It deals with profilers and psychopaths, and the whole mental problem thing really. I find it absolutely fascinating " I quickly said letting out a inner sigh of relief. Well, in my opinion that wasn't too terrible, I mean it was partially true.

"Hmmm, Americans are pretty into murder shows. Though, it does explain why you think you know all about me based on predetermined opinions and your failure to observe correctly." he bluntly stated. I bit my lip feeling an extreme annoyance, How dare he say that. I knew what I was doing whether he wanted to admit that or not.

"Whatever" I mumbled going over and plopping down in the chair in front of the television. I felt so awkward here, I barely knew these two men and now I would be spending a lot of time with them both. This was all so strange, all I wanted was to go back home and be with my family and friends.

"Stop self pitying" Sherlock suddenly grumbled.

"I'm not."

"Yes, you are"

"No, could you just leave me alone for a fraction of a second" I snapped, getting really annoyed with Sherlock.

"Oh please, your body language is giving it away" he smirked. I crossed my arms and glanced back at the T.V

"You know nothing about me, I could be showing you a facade" I said sassily.

"No, you aren't" He sighed in annoyance. John walked in the room a smile on his face, it instantly fell as he felt the tension in the room.

"Hey, is everything okay between you two?" he asked.

"Just peachy." I mumbled. John glared at Sherlock before looking back over to me.

"Sorry about him, Sherlock tends to get on everyone's nerves. On the bright side, Mrs.Hudson said you can move into the room upstairs 221C. I'll help you get situated , If you need some help that is" John said with a smile.

"Thank you. Honestly I could use some help, there's a lot of boxes and suitcases" I said with a chuckle.

"That's no problem at all" John said with a smile. It took us a few hours to get all of my stuff moved in upstairs, but after it was all over I was happy that I would have a space to myself. I sat in my room staring out the window, everything within in the past few years had been so far-fetched and crazy it was weird to think it was so tranquil here. Was I really safe here? I mean I wasn't going under a new name or new look, I bet they would find me eventually. I let out a sigh and pulled out my computer hoping to find something to cheer me up. After a few episodes of Parks and Rec, I dozed off on my bed. I must have slept for a few hours before a nightmare woke me up at five in the morning . I still wasn't over the death of my partner, we had no romantic connections between us but he was still one of my greatest friends. I sighed getting up and shuffling to the bathroom knowing that a shower would clear my mind. I don't know how long I stood there in the shower thinking about life and slowly relaxing. I got out of the shower and grabbed the towel I had sat on the counter, I opened the door only to be scared half to death by John. I let out a girlish scream, as I did my best to keep hold of my towel. John immediately covered his eyes with his hand,

"Oh blimey! Gwen I am so sorry, I was just coming up here to tell you that I made breakfast" He sheepishly said as a slight red tint appeared on his face.

"It's alright, you just scared me half to death that's all" I said laughing despite the awkwardness of being nearly naked in front of a man I hardly knew.

"The feeling is mutual, well I'm headed back down to 221B. I'll make you a plate in case you want to join us" John said turning around and hurrying down the stairs. I went into my room and got dressed before heading downstairs. John offered me a friendly smile while Sherlock was sitting on his chair doing some sort of praying pose.

"Sorry again about the accident before." John said bashfully softly pushing a plate over to me.

"Thank you, Oh don't worry about it. It was an accident" I said with a small smile. I started to eat my food when a thought crossed my mind, maybe this wouldn't be too bad after all.

AN: So, you're probably wondering why a completed story has been updated. Well, I am in the process of editing and rewriting this story so that may mean added chapters! Yaay! Anyway I want to add more detail and other things to the story so this is my way of doing it! Anyway I hope you enjoy it and thank you so much for the 49K reads, It seriously rocks my world !! Also please be patient with the editing process Thanks- M.N