I didn't think it would take me so damn long to write, but there it is. :) I'm pleased as punch that you're enjoying it! I agree that it's tough to imagine Sherlock with actual friends [besides John] so it was fun to sort of tease out the kind of relationship that would result in Sherlock not having utter contempt for someone. :D

And I'm not even going to start on all the *cough* damage you're inflicting on him and Seb's underlying attraction.

Ehe - certainly, certainly. :D Thank you very, very much indeed!