Mycroft and Sherlock did the background checks four times over, tested her reliability rates, researched her past experiences-- everything that could possibly lead them to discovering that the therapist was a threat to the stable life the Watsons were trying to set up once again. In the end, they could find nothing wrong with the young woman. She was safe. They were ready to go.
Both husband and wife wanted life with the other, but in order for that to be more definite, and in order for their trust in one another to start to take root again, changes had to be made. Ella had helped John, and continued to do so. It only seemed right to start the same journey once again, together.
The first sessions were perfectly normal. John and Mary slowly began opening up, just as nearly all new patients did. During those beginning ones, things seemed fine.
Then the sessions grew less guarded, less afraid of touching subjects of high sensitivity, and more. It was easy to identify the PTSD within the doctor, especially with it written down, but soon the highest trained, most secure therapist crossed out the 'Mentally stable' written under the woman's file. Underneath, as each session passed, another condition was added.
She was supposed to be his rock, his anchor. And by God, did Mary try her hardest. It's only under the eye of a skilled professional that the cracks and flaws in her mask were noticed, and skillfully drawn back. Beneath the caring nurse, the supportive wife, and the ruthless assassin, was a shriveled, trembling, breaking person.
But one determined as hell to piece herself together again.
. . .
While I love Mary as a character, I dislike some of the choices she makes. That doesn't mean she's a bad person, or that we should all hate her so much. I feel like this fandom needs more Mary!love, and what better than a fic exploring her motivations for taking the actions she took?
As we can all guess, assassins can't be right in the head. Especially one who once was fine with her crimes, then suddenly changed her mind.
No, I do not want this fic to excuse her for what she did, but rather look at her like the tragic villain we all love in other shows and movies. (i.e. Loki.) But also, I want to explore her relationship with John after they decide to move in together again and start to lay the ground out for a new, stronger, healthier relationship.
If anyone is interested, I'd be more than happy to co-write this fic with you. Or even just edit if you want all creative control. Leave a comment, and we'll find a way to communicate. Thank you.
Mary/John - Relationship Counseling
Both husband and wife wanted life with the other, but in order for that to be more definite, and in order for their trust in one another to start to take root again, changes had to be made. Ella had helped John, and continued to do so. It only seemed right to start the same journey once again, together.
The first sessions were perfectly normal. John and Mary slowly began opening up, just as nearly all new patients did. During those beginning ones, things seemed fine.
Then the sessions grew less guarded, less afraid of touching subjects of high sensitivity, and more. It was easy to identify the PTSD within the doctor, especially with it written down, but soon the highest trained, most secure therapist crossed out the 'Mentally stable' written under the woman's file. Underneath, as each session passed, another condition was added.
She was supposed to be his rock, his anchor. And by God, did Mary try her hardest. It's only under the eye of a skilled professional that the cracks and flaws in her mask were noticed, and skillfully drawn back. Beneath the caring nurse, the supportive wife, and the ruthless assassin, was a shriveled, trembling, breaking person.
But one determined as hell to piece herself together again.
. . .
While I love Mary as a character, I dislike some of the choices she makes. That doesn't mean she's a bad person, or that we should all hate her so much. I feel like this fandom needs more Mary!love, and what better than a fic exploring her motivations for taking the actions she took?
As we can all guess, assassins can't be right in the head. Especially one who once was fine with her crimes, then suddenly changed her mind.
No, I do not want this fic to excuse her for what she did, but rather look at her like the tragic villain we all love in other shows and movies. (i.e. Loki.) But also, I want to explore her relationship with John after they decide to move in together again and start to lay the ground out for a new, stronger, healthier relationship.
If anyone is interested, I'd be more than happy to co-write this fic with you. Or even just edit if you want all creative control. Leave a comment, and we'll find a way to communicate. Thank you.