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Watson has a woman he likes.

This is simply the consensus of the people who live in 221B Baker Street.

Even Rebecca held up her little spoon and cup, and nodded in a serious manner: "He has been laughing this morning! Rebecca saw it!"

Even though Watson's ears would turn red every time he was pointed out, and he turned his head angrily to refute.

Just like this time, he rubbed Rebecca's little head, and said solemnly: "I didn't laugh. At least I didn't smirk."

Rebecca pursed her lips and concentrated on drinking the milk.It's okay to say whatever you say, and I don't refute it.It really made Watson so angry that he didn't know what to do.

You can't, lift up the little girl's head and force an explanation, right?

Annie looked at Watson with a smile. This was the first time she saw Watson so miserable.but……

Annie pursed her lips, and nodded to Rebecca, who asked for credit, to show her praise.

Last night's late return, plus the whole morning's absent-mindedness.Let alone Sherlock Holmes, even she felt that Watson's date this time had an extraordinary effect.

"Would you like to talk to us about this person?"

Mrs. Hudson was the first to ask at breakfast.

Just as everyone expected, Watson put down his knife and fork helplessly, and sat upright: "We haven't met each other's friends yet, we just had a meal together."

Annie and Holmes looked at each other and smiled, both of them were very gentle and did not refute.

Mrs. Hudson fed Rebecca a sip of pudding, and said indifferently, "I don't know how many times you giggled that morning."

Watson rubbed his chin belatedly, as if trying to prove if he was real, and giggled unconsciously.When the hand was already on the chin, I suddenly realized how much this action meant "there is no silver 300 taels here".

He sighed as if he was overwhelmed, and speeded up his meal.

After a while, he wiped his lips and stood up.After three times, five times and two divisions, the briefcase was dealt with, and the coat was put on.

"I'm busy with work this morning, so I'm leaving first." After finishing speaking, he turned around and went out the door as if fleeing.

Mrs. Hudson glanced at the door, smiling helplessly and kindly.Gently wiped the milk mustache around Rebecca's mouth, and tightened her bib tightly.

"I said, Watson is okay this time, right?" Mrs. Hudson asked.

Holmes swallowed the last mouthful of bacon and wiped his mouth with a gesture.Only then did Annie answer the questions of the two ladies under the silent questioning eyes.

"No question. One of his former patients, Mary," answered Holmes.

Mrs. Hudson was lost in thought, obviously trying to recall when this Mary was Watson's patient.And she doesn't know this person.

Although she is only Watson's landlord, after such a long time, she is no different from her family.

Annie thought for a while, then guessed and said, "Is it the lady who found Watson because of sunburn a while ago?"

Holmes was sitting in his window-seat, reading today's paper.His voice came through the paper: "Yes, your memory is fine."

"Oh..." Annie nodded, "That woman looks pretty good to me?"

Mrs. Hudson looked over, with a little curiosity in her eyes, obviously wanting to know more.

Holmes' voice was unhurried: "The governess has just arrived in this city. She is docile and has no temper. The background is clean and she respects Watson."

These few items are enough for Holmes.

As for the rest, Holmes said, that was something Watson needed to deal with.For example, Mary's ex-boyfriend and her long-single father.

Holmes flipped through the newspapers, and he was sure that Watson probably didn't know these things at this point.

Although, in his view, these are obvious messages written on the surface.

"What are you looking for?" Annie came over and asked.

Holmes has been sitting here for a long time, and compared to his usual reading speed, it can be regarded as more than 12.00% slower.

Holmes turned over three pages of the newspaper, pointed to a page in a corner, and said, "I'm looking for this."

Reasonable, yet unexpected.What happened at Pier No. [-] is not the front page of today.

"So, that professor is finally ready to accept?" Annie asked.

Holmes shook his head. He said, "No, I am finally ready to deal with this matter seriously."

The morning sun is not glaring, and it shines in through the windows, making the room a lot brighter.Just looking at such a vibrant sunshine, it is difficult for anyone to react immediately. It is already a bleak autumn day outside the window.In a few days, maybe a little frost will fall.

"Watson probably doesn't have time these two days." Annie said tentatively, "How about I continue with you?"

Mrs. Hudson, who was supposed to be in the kitchen, came over, holding a little carrot in her hand.One big and one small, all of them were full of disapproval.

Rebecca said childishly: "Sister Anne, you should rest at home. You still need to recuperate."

Annie heard this, with a sad face.Looking at Mrs. Hudson aggrievedly, she blinked and acted coquettishly.

"Mrs. Hudson, if I stay at home any longer, I'm going to hibernate."

Holmes didn't agree with Anne going out to solve the case.However, looking at her pitiful appearance, the reasons filled her throat were stuck in her throat and she didn't say it out.

"Actually, we can go for a walk." He cleared his throat and said, "I can plan it, considering Annie's situation. No, it will make her too tired."

Holmes has said so, and Mrs. Hudson will naturally not force it.

She just gave Annie the medicine for nourishing her body, stared at her and drank it clean.Only then did he worry, "Don't be too tired. You should pay attention to rest."

When Annie heard this, her eyes were about to light up!

A few days ago, I just allowed myself to go out for a walk at night.This is a huge improvement!

Anne hugged Mrs. Hudson vigorously: "Of course, I promise!"

Holmes silently looked at Annie's happy and energetic appearance, as if she had gained some great joy.

Just go out for a walk... Although Holmes couldn't understand it, he secretly kept it in his heart.

"Go for a walk." Holmes put down the newspaper and quickly packed up his travel things. "Annie, I can leave anytime."

Annie rubbed Rebecca's little head, messing up her blonde hair.Hearing this, he turned his head to look at Holmes with a smile on his face, "I can do it anytime."

Facing the sun, in Annie's eyes, the smile seemed as warm as real.Inadvertently, Holmes met her eyes.Like a little sun.

Holmes thought, like his little sun.

Even in the coolness of autumn, people can feel a burst of warmth from the heart.

……

Considering Annie's state, although the person concerned was very indifferent, Holmes couldn't help but take it to heart.

The destination of their departure this time is not too far from Baker Street.

"So, the coffee shop in the old place?" When Annie went out, she looked at the direction of the two of them and asked with a smile.

Holmes nodded, and took out a wig from his overcoat.When the two came to the blind spot on the street corner, they handed it to Ann.

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"Put it on," he said, "I prepared it for you."

Anne's hair is not very recognizable.Not an aggressively beautiful gold, but a maroon that is comfortable to look at.

"Did you do this?" Annie asked after putting on the wig.

Camouflage wig, very delicate.Even its size fits Anne very well.You can feel the difference just by wearing it.

Holmes nodded calmly, and motioned Annie to turn her head away: "I made it a few days ago. When you wear it on the back, you need to fit it carefully. Otherwise, it will be easy to be spotted."

He carefully tightened the part of Annie's neck, and attached the fake leather to Annie's slender neck.

Fingertips, casual touches.Before Annie noticed it, Holmes had already withdrawn her hand.

"Thank you," Annie said.

Holmes coughed twice before changing the subject: "It's time for us to set off."

Annie saw Mr. Detective's incompatibility, so she was very understanding and didn't say any more.

She smiled: "Of course."

The coffee shop is not far away, it is the length that can be reached by walking.

The morning sun is just right, shining on people.Although it is not warm and comfortable, it is also a different kind of temperature in autumn.

Holmes was keenly aware of Anne's enjoyment, so he slowed down without a trace.I just want this moment to last longer.

"Sherlock, do you know?" Annie said suddenly, and she looked at Holmes with a smile.

The coffee shop was not far from the two of them, and a few people sat in it, enjoying a cup of warm tea in the morning.

Annie smiled: "A man's pace will only slow down for the most important lady in his life. Lover, or mother and children."

Facing Annie's gaze, Holmes realized for the first time——

It's hard to control my own heartbeat.

It's like Annie smiled at herself, and it got up fast.