Michael Holmes: Secret Son of Sherlock Holmes

Chapter 21: The Big Day

The big day has come.

John Hamish Watson and Mary Elizabeth Morstan's wedding day.

Michael stood beside his father, watching the wedding ceremony. John looked amazing in his suit , and Mary was beautiful beyond words - she was absolutely killing it in her wedding dress. They look like a perfect couple, and Michael is even more happy for them after realising that Mary is pregnant.

Wasn't really a hard deduction, actually. Mary had all the symptoms: increased appetite, change in taste perception, and sickness in the morning. But Michael decided not to spoil the surprise too early for the couple and keep it a secret for now.

Michael tried not to think of Olivia's death - he didn't want to ruin John and Mary's wedding. It's just for a few hours anyway, Michael forced a smile. He glanced up at them, who were now saying their vows.

"Do you, John Hamish Watson, take Mary Elizabeth Morstan as your lawfully wedded wife?"

"I do." John couldn't hide his smile. It was an amazing feeling, getting married, and John wanted to enjoy the most of it.

The priest now turned to Mary. "Do you, Mary Elizabeth Morstan, take John Hamish Watson as your lawfully wedded husband?"

"Yes. Yes. YES!!" Mary kissed John lightly on the cheek and threw herself into John's arms as the crowd clapped and cheered for them.

Michael, as the page boy, handed the wedding rings to Mary and John. They immediately wore the ring in excitement, jumping in joy as the priest smiled at the happy couple.

It was the best day of their lives.

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The church's door open as John and Mary went out to take photos, a memory of this wonderful day. Michael followed Sherlock and the chief bridesmaid Janine out of the church. "Congratulations! Okay, hold it there... I wanna get this shot of the newlyweds." The photographer positioned the camera a bit.

John and Mary smiled brightly at the camera, with Sherlock standing behind them. "Umm, just the bride and groom. Please." The photographer said. Sherlock still stood in his spot, not moving an inch.

"Sherlock?" John turned to him. "Oh, sorry." Sherlock now only walked away from the frame. Oh, Sherlock, Michael smiled as he thought to himself.

The rest of the congregation came out and the photo-taking continues, including one of John, Sherlock and Greg standing side by side, with Michael standing in front of them wearing either Sherlock's top hat. Next up, the photographer takes a picture of Sherlock and Janine and another photo of Molly and her fiancé Tom.

"The famous Mr Holmes! I'm very pleased to meet you." She smiled at him. "But no sex, okay?"

Michael tried to stop himself from bursting out laughing. Sherlock looked visibly uncomfortable. "Um, sorry?"

"You don't have to look so scared, I'm only messing. Bridesmaid, best man... It's a bit traditional." Janine laughed, bumping Sherlock playfully.

"Is it?" Sherlock looked at her awkwardly.

"But not obligatory!" Janine's face started turning red.

"If that's the sort of thing you're looking for..." Sherlock muttered. "The man over there in blue is your best bet. Recently divorced doctor with a ginger cat, a barn conversion... and a history of erectile dysfunction." Sherlock paused. "Reviewing that information, possibly not your best bet."

"Yeah, maybe not." Janine smirked. "Mr Holmes... you're going to be incredibly useful." As she said this, Sherlock frowned slightly, causing Michael to giggle.