Printed // Sheriarty AU

11

*Gregs POV*

The door bell rings. I groan loudly, having been woken up from a deep nap in my comfortable bed on my brand new mattress. 20% off - it was a bargain. After working on the Jim Moriarty case for 17 hours straight, I needed some shut eye. I rub my eyes and I force myself to sit upwards on the bed. What time is it? It's only 8pm. Great, well my sleeping schedule is healthy! I stand up off of the bed, and I grab my dressing gown hanging on my bedroom door, seeing as I'm only in my boxer shorts. I tie the ribbon, and I head towards the front door of my apartment, dragging my feet across the carpet. I unlock the door, yawning, and I open it widely.

"Mycroft. Why are you Here?" I say rubbing my eyes. He's slightly taken aback by my sleepy state.

"I'm sorry did I wake you?" Mycroft walks into my apartment and I shut the door behind him.

"As a matter of fact yes. I was having a wonderful nap until you disturbed me." Mycroft fake pouts at my fake anger and I couldn't help but smile at how ridiculous he looked. We walk into the living room and take a seat on the couch.

"Work?"

"Yeah. These past few days have been tough as hell!" I yawn. "There's just so much going on, it's difficult."

"I know. The government are getting anxious. If the crown jewels are stolen, it will reek havoc onto London." I bring my legs up onto the couch and I lean closer towards Myc.

"Hmmm yes. And what does the government think about all this?" Mycroft smirks at my attempt to grab secrets from him. I even flutter my eyelashes but that just makes him even more smug.

"It's none of your damn business." He says playfully as he gives me an Eskimo kiss.

"Well it kind of is. I'm head of this investigation, and so I feel entitled to know anything that can help with the case." I fire back and he bites the inside of his cheek, debating whether or not he should tell me. "Cmon you gotta tell me." I kiss his cheek longingly. And then I trail wet kisses down his jawline. His breath hitches.

"You are a cruel man Greg." I remove my lips from his skin. I bite my lip smiling.

"I know. So tell me." Mycroft sighs smirking.

"Well, our secret service has found out a couple things."

"Such as?"

"Moriartys exact whereabouts as of now inside the circle and the identity of the anonymous caller." My eyes widen. The thought of having all of this information at my grasp... it screams promotion.

"And they are?"

"Now these things I cannot say. I've already told you far too much." I huff and cross my arms, beginning to feel like a grumpy teenager. I pout my lips.

"Hey don't look like that." He leans forward and grabs my chin, placing a chaste kiss on my lips. "You'll work it out don't worry." I smile sweetly and I rest my head on his shoulder.

"Are you staying tonight?" I ask softly, secretly wanting him to just so we could cuddle, but I know he's not really into all that lovey duvey stuff. Well not yet anyway.

"I'm sorry I cant. I popped round to say that I'll be leaving for a few days." I sit up violently and I stare at him needily.

"Where are you going? Why are you going?" I sound like a desperate, jealous boyfriend and it makes Mycroft smirk. He caresses my cheek and places a soft kiss on my lips.

"I won't be gone long. And it's classified - strictly business. Don't worry I'll be alright." He replies softly, a smirk lining his lips. I pout again, not wanting him to leave me alone for days.

"How long will it be for?"

"Just a few days. Don't worry you'll last that long without me."

"No I won't." I mutter under my breath and he pulls me in for another kiss. This one had a sense of longing dripped with it, as he grips my chin tight in his grip and I wrap my arms around his waist. I really don't want this to end. I don't want Mycroft to leave. But I've got to life with it. He breaks the kiss and stares into my eyes.

"You're beautiful you know that Right?" I smile softly at his comment and I nod my head. "I've got to be going. The limo is waiting outside." I sigh sadly and I nod my head in understanding. He smiles sadly at me. "Hey I won't be gone long! I'll be back in no time." He stands up off of the couch, and he exits my apartment, not to be seen for days.

Hey guys. Just a little mystrade filler chapter but I want to get the plot moving forward so I can finish this damn fanfiction. Omfg this fanfiction is going to be looooong I can sense it now.

Hope you enjoyed the update

-darcie