[The crispness of the words makes it clear to Sherlock that Moriarty has found himself with something that he doesn't necessarily want to understand or accept. The lack of acceptance does not necessarily surprise Sherlock; in some way, Sherlock and Moriarty (in his world) are not so different. They are obsessed with what makes them unique, and a bond with someone like a Watson, so human and full of compassion, might seem weak.
It might seem ordinary.
And in that way, Sherlock is willing to accept it. But he has learned a great many things about being so obsessed with that aspect of himself. Joan has helped him along, but more than anything, his own, lingering interactions with his friends in New York have helped him along.
Instead of remarking upon it directly, he takes a different angle.]
You and her are not so different. [Not Watson, obviously.]
Perhaps I can make a recommendation. Perhaps what you seek ... [He feels rather pleased when he pauses.] ... is in each other? And not some man who could be great.
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It might seem ordinary.
And in that way, Sherlock is willing to accept it. But he has learned a great many things about being so obsessed with that aspect of himself. Joan has helped him along, but more than anything, his own, lingering interactions with his friends in New York have helped him along.
Instead of remarking upon it directly, he takes a different angle.]
You and her are not so different. [Not Watson, obviously.]
Perhaps I can make a recommendation. Perhaps what you seek ... [He feels rather pleased when he pauses.] ... is in each other? And not some man who could be great.