ACD Holmes loved his Watson but never said anything. After retiring and dieing, he wakes to find himself an invisible specter watching over a different Sherlock Holmes in a different era. There is always a Holmes and Watson. Different genders, different ages, different times, different countries, and different backgrounds.

But as much as things change, one thing always stays the same: The Damnable Holmes Pride. Holmes set a trend in the universe and though there have been many perfect matches, somehow, someway there is always an obstacle that foils each and every one before Sherlock Holmes can put aside his pride and admit his feelings.

War, marriage, illness, accident, murder, and law. Each a death toll to a great love and friendship.

And ACD Holmes can only remain a frustrated spectator to the play.

Eventually BBC Holmes and Watson come along and everything seems perfect. No laws prohibiting their love. Both are healthy and hearty. Neither are married or betrothed to others. Neither have been taken in some blasted war. The only obstacle is pride, and ACD Holmes has had enough.


Bonus! Holmes raging and ranting in frustration at his other reincarnations.

Bonus!! Eventual reunion with ACD Watson.