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** It's clear that Sherlock has had [[spoiler:Arthur]] in his thoughts long before he even gets to [[spoiler:meet him]]. He confesses to Gregson later that [[spoiler:he had relapsed while he was away, nearly dying as a result. He had used again because he missed everything he had in New York, including his companionship with Joan, but ultimately refused to let himself return because right after the relapse he was told that Joan's adoption of Arthur was imminent. What stopped him from buckling and returning to his old life was the thought of ''Arthur'' having to deal with his addiction. He really meant it in the last season when he said he would lay down his life for Joan's child, just as he would lay down his life for the child's mother.]]

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** It's clear that Sherlock has had [[spoiler:Arthur]] in his thoughts long before he even gets to [[spoiler:meet him]]. He confesses to Gregson later that [[spoiler:he had relapsed while he was away, nearly dying as a result. He had used again because he missed everything he had in New York, including his companionship with Joan, but ultimately refused to let himself return because right after the relapse he was told that Joan's adoption of Arthur was imminent. What stopped him from buckling and returning to his old life was the thought of ''Arthur'' having to deal with his addiction. He really meant it in the last season when he said he would lay down his life for Joan's child, just as he would lay down his life for the child's mother.Joan herself.]]

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* Blink and you'll miss it, but there's a photo of a grinning Marcus posing with [[spoiler:Arthur in an oversized police hat]] on the fridge. Can we get a ''awwwwwww'' for [[spoiler:Uncle]] Marcus?



*** Prior to this, Sherlock had already made the decision to leave once again. He doesn't even have to think twice about staying after TheReveal. WordOfGod has clarified that ''Sherlock'' also gave up detective work during that year to be Joan's support system and help take care of [[spoiler:Arthur]].

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*** Prior to this, Sherlock had already made the decision to leave once again. He doesn't even have to think twice about staying after TheReveal. WordOfGod has clarified that ''Sherlock'' also gave up detective work during that year to be Joan's support system Joan and help take care of [[spoiler:Arthur]].

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[[AC: 13 - Their Last Bow]]
* Given that this is the series finale, the culmination of what we've seen with Joan and Sherlock's partnership over the span of seven whole seasons, there's plenty of heartwarming to go around.
* Sherlock is fond of [[spoiler:Joan's adopted son Arthur]] from the get-go, despite [[spoiler:never having properly met him. He calls Arthur "remarkable" from just passing him by on the street, notes that Joan is clearly happy from all the pictures of Arthur on the fridge, and when he unexpectedly ''does'' meet Arthur he's very gentle, saying that it's "truly an honour".]] Later, when he tells Joan he intends to leave New York once more the next day, he suggests that they [[spoiler:and Arthur]] have dinner together before his departure. He looks and sounds extremely hopeful when he does.
** It's clear that Sherlock has had [[spoiler:Arthur]] in his thoughts long before he even gets to [[spoiler:meet him]]. He confesses to Gregson later that [[spoiler:he had relapsed while he was away, nearly dying as a result. He had used again because he missed everything he had in New York, including his companionship with Joan, but ultimately refused to let himself return because right after the relapse he was told that Joan's adoption of Arthur was imminent. What stopped him from buckling and returning to his old life was the thought of ''Arthur'' having to deal with his addiction. He really meant it in the last season when he said he would lay down his life for Joan's child, just as he would lay down his life for the child's mother.]]
* Gregson giving Sherlock a big ol' hug at seeing him again. Sherlock even reciprocates, in his Sherlock-y way, with a pat on the back.
* Doubles as another Tearjerker: Sherlock finds out from Gregson off-screen that [[spoiler:Joan has cancer and is starting chemo in a few days.]] He's also upset by the idea that she was going to let him leave again without telling him. Joan tries to argue that she'll be fine and she's going to make it through this and Sherlock's response is to ''hug her''. (This is, it's worth noting, the first time that Sherlock has initiated anything like it.)
-->'''Sherlock:''' I'm staying. \\
'''Joan:''' Sherlock. \\
'''Sherlock:''' I'm staying. Of course, I'm staying.
** And he ''doesn't let her go''. Joan also hugs him back.
*** Prior to this, Sherlock had already made the decision to leave once again. He doesn't even have to think twice about staying after TheReveal. WordOfGod has clarified that ''Sherlock'' also gave up detective work during that year to be Joan's support system and help take care of [[spoiler:Arthur]].
* One year later, after Joan's completed her [[spoiler:chemotherapy and has been declared cancer-free]] and they're going to ask Bell (now the captain) if they can start consulting again. They debate details back and forth about it and it ends with this exchange, which happens to be the last words of the show:
-->'''Joan:''' What if he says no? \\
'''Sherlock:''' He won't say no. \\
'''Joan:''' But what if he does? \\
'''Sherlock:''' Well... As long as we're together, what does it matter?
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* [[spoiler:It quickly becomes a Tearjerker later in the episode, but]] Sherlock's choice to let go of his old grudges against Mycroft and to reach out to him, now that there's no longer a threat to his life and thus no longer a need for Mycroft to remain in hiding. He even says "I'll have my brother back" when explaining the decision to Alfred, who's had problems with his own brother in the past.
** On the same vein: Alfred guiding Sherlock towards that choice, even with a brief altercation.
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* Sherlock choosing to let go of his substantial inheritance to charity, and Morland respecting his wishes even with reluctance. He's just glad that Sherlock's wishes will be met when his inevitable passing comes.
* Later, when Sherlock notices a suspicious man eying Morland from across the street while they're talking, he tells his father he'll wait with him for his car to arrive before parting ways. Morland's surprised smile, unaware of the stalker, and the way he plays off that surprise it is hard to go unnoticed with the audience, given that he has just lost a son and is carefully trying to rebuild his relationship with the other. He also mentions that he's grateful Sherlock made the time to come to the attorney meeting (to rewrite his will) with him.

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* Apparently Sherlock's protectiveness and supportiveness over Joan (and her wish to adopt) is so apparent that Joan doesn't tell him about her problems with her adoption attorney because she knows he "will want to go nuclear on the guy" before she can even decide on how to proceed.

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* Apparently Sherlock's protectiveness and supportiveness over Joan (and her wish to adopt) is so apparent that Joan doesn't tell him about her problems with her adoption attorney attorney, Gary, because she knows he "will want to go nuclear on the guy" before she can even decide on how to proceed.



* Joan states that she doesn't expect Sherlock to be involved in the adopting and raising of a future baby, not because she doesn't think he could or that she doesn't want him to, but because she respects whatever boundaries he might have. At the end of the episode, Sherlock makes it clear that, short of dissolving their partnership, he wouldn't be capable of not being involved. (And the above informs the audience he would be more than happy to be involved at all.)

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** Sherlock respects Joan's wishes to stay out of the situation with Gary to the tee. He simply uses his extensive connections to help her: not to interfere, but instead to present Joan with a fresher set of options on how to tackle the problem.
* Joan states that she doesn't expect Sherlock to be involved in the adopting and raising of a future baby, not because she doesn't think he could or that she doesn't want him to, but because she respects whatever boundaries he might have.doesn't want him to feel pressured into co-parenting. At the end of the episode, Sherlock makes it clear that, short of dissolving their partnership, he wouldn't be capable of not being involved. (And the above informs the audience he would be more than happy to be involved at all.)
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* Apparently Sherlock's protectiveness and supportiveness over Joan (and her wish to adopt) is so apparent that Joan doesn't tell him about her problems with her adoption attorney because she knows he "will want to go nuclear on the guy" before she can even decide on how to proceed.
** And before that, Sherlock's eager activism on making the brownstone presentable and baby-proof in preparation for a visit from the adoption agency case worker. He even looked up brands of baby-proofing locks and made his own judgments of them. Inadequate, all of them!
* Joan states that she doesn't expect Sherlock to be involved in the adopting and raising of a future baby, not because she doesn't think he could or that she doesn't want him to, but because she respects whatever boundaries he might have. At the end of the episode, Sherlock makes it clear that, short of dissolving their partnership, he wouldn't be capable of not being involved. (And the above informs the audience he would be more than happy to be involved at all.)
--> '''Holmes''': Not as the child's father but as the mother's friend. I mean I'd lay down my life for you. So if you succeed in adopting a child I'd lay down my life for him or her, it's as simple as that.
--> '''Joan, visibly touched''': Have you thought about what you'd want to be called by my kid?
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[[AC: 15 - How To Get a Head]]
* When investigating a Guatemalan brewery company's involvement in a recent murder, they also look into a woman, Valentina Durand, whom the main murder victim had communications with. It was previously suspected that the same company had kidnapped (and possibly murdered) Valentina as she had been travelling to New York with the intent of unionizing the company, with the help of an American non-profit. It turns out that [[spoiler:she is actually alive (and pregnant) the whole time. She had dropped off the grid because she had simply wanted to escape to New York to have her out-of-wedlock baby in peace. She discreetly tries to help Sherlock and Joan with the main murder mystery, throwing a bottled message through their window in an effort to remain anonymous, though they eventually find her]]. In the episode's closer, Joan answers the door to [[spoiler:an apologetic Valentina insisting on paying back for the broken window, and it turns out Joan had bought two whole bags of baby supplies for Valentina]]. It's a sweet ending to help us forget the gruesome murder at the beginning of the episode.

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* Cassie, the LittleMissConArtist from "Miss Taken" returns to engage Holmes and Watson in a case. Since she is a con artist, they're naturally suspicious of her motives, especially since it turns out that she researched the case beforehand and used it as an excuse to hire them. Sherlock quickly deduces that her true motive was to form a connection with him, since she was lonely and advises her to overcome her loneliness by using her talents to contribute to society. At one point during the episode, it looks like she might indeed be up to something when she tries to blackmail the suspect for 2 million dollars, [[spoiler: but in the end, she turns out to be on the up and up. The blackmail was her ploy to lure the suspect into a trap for the police.]] The episode ends with Sherlock bringing her a name change application, so she can pick her own name (as she had revealed earlier that she never knew her last name.)

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* Cassie, the LittleMissConArtist from "Miss Taken" Taken", returns to engage Holmes and Watson in a case. Since she is a con artist, they're naturally suspicious of her motives, especially since it turns out that she researched the case beforehand and used it as an excuse to hire them. Sherlock quickly deduces that her true motive was to form a connection with him, since she was lonely and advises her to overcome her loneliness by using her talents to contribute to society. At one point during the episode, it looks like she might indeed be up to something when she tries to blackmail the suspect for 2 million dollars, [[spoiler: but in the end, she turns out to be on the up and up. The blackmail was her ploy to lure the suspect into a trap for the police.]] The episode ends with Sherlock bringing her a name change application, so she can pick her own name (as she had revealed earlier that she never knew her last name.)



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* Cassie, the LittleMissConArtist from "Miss Taken" returns to engage Holmes and Watson in a case. Since she is a con artist, they're naturally suspicious of her motives, especially since it turns out that she researched the case beforehand and used it as an excuse to hire them. Sherlock quickly deduces that her true motive was to form a connection with him, since she was lonely and advises her to overcome her loneliness by using her talents to contribute to society. At one point during the episode, it looks like she might indeed be up to something when she tries to blackmail the suspect for 2 million dollars, [[spoiler: but in the end, she turns out to be on the up and up. The blackmail was her ploy to lure the suspect into a trap for the police.]] The episode ends with Sherlock bringing her a name change application, so she can pick her own name (as she had revealed earlier that she never knew her last name.)
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* When Gregson states that [[spoiler:he can't condemn Hannah for killing Michael because she is his daughter]], Holmes simply affirms in turn that [[spoiler:Watson is ''his'' best friend]].
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** Joan immediately leaving her first day at her new job to help Kitty out because in her own words, she was someone she considered family.

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** Joan immediately leaving her first day at her new job to help Kitty out because in her own words, she was someone she considered family. When Kitty expresses surprise at seeing Joan at the Brownstone on said first day Sherlock reveals he asked Joan to be there, obviously recognising how hard the news of the attack would be for Kitty and that she should have as much support as possible.



* In "Hemlock", Joan spends a late night at the brownstone and is woken up in a familiar way by Holmes-with food and clothes. Not only is this a touching reminded of how close they were as roommates, Joan is surprised she left clothes-and Holmes explains she didn't. He bought her new ones, just in case, and she thinks they're great. This is the platonic version of keeping your ex's favorite food in your house just in case they drop buy-at once slightly presumptuous, overly foreward-minded, and deeply caring: Sherlock to a T.

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* In "Hemlock", Joan spends a late night at the brownstone and is woken up in a familiar way by Holmes-with food and clothes. Not only is this a touching reminded of how close they were as roommates, Joan is surprised she left clothes-and Holmes explains she didn't. He bought her new ones, just in case, and she thinks they're great. This is the platonic version of keeping your ex's favorite food in your house just in case they drop buy-at by-at once slightly presumptuous, overly foreward-minded, and deeply caring: Sherlock to a T.
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* From "One Way To Get Off": While interviewing a suspect Holmes discovers that the man has been keeping a SexSlave locked in a hidden room in his basement. After breaking into the room Holmes keeps his distance so as not to frighten the woman but once she sees Gregson's police badge, and knows they can help her, she reaches out to Sherlock who immediately pulls the poor woman into a hug to comfort her.
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** Holmes manipulating the killer into sending a text message to Watson from his phone, knowing that the killer would probably write in English rather than use the text speak Holmes is so fond of. At first glance, it's just a CrowningMomentOfAwesome, but it becomes Heartwarming when you realize that it means Holmes completely trusted Watson to figure it out. (And this [[InsufferableGenius is not a man known for his faith in the intelligence of others.]])

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** Holmes manipulating the killer into sending a text message to Watson from his phone, knowing that the killer would probably write in English rather than use the text speak Holmes is so fond of. At first glance, it's just a CrowningMomentOfAwesome, SugarWiki/MomentOfAwesome, but it becomes Heartwarming when you realize that it means Holmes completely trusted Watson to figure it out. (And this [[InsufferableGenius is not a man known for his faith in the intelligence of others.]])
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** At the end, Gregson gives a RousingSpeech where he defends Holmes and Watson from the cops who have been criticizing them.

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** At the end, Gregson gives a RousingSpeech where he defends Holmes and Watson from the cops who have been criticizing them, and him for his reliance and use of them.
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--> '''Holmes:''' You know, she solved you. The [[IronicEcho'' mascot'']]. '''Watson.''' ...But, um, given your repeated claims to have eyes and ears everywhere, you said "There was only one person in the world that could surprise you." Turns out...there's two.

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--> '''Holmes:''' You know, she solved you. The [[IronicEcho'' mascot'']].''[[IronicEcho mascot]]''. '''Watson.''' ...But, um, given your repeated claims to have eyes and ears everywhere, you said "There was only one person in the world that could surprise you." Turns out...there's two.
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--> '''Holmes:''' You know, she solved you. The [[IronicEcho''mascot'']]. '''Watson.''' ...But, um, given your repeated claims to have eyes and ears everywhere, you said "There was only one person in the world that could surprise you." Turns out...there's two.

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--> '''Holmes:''' You know, she solved you. The [[IronicEcho''mascot'']].[[IronicEcho'' mascot'']]. '''Watson.''' ...But, um, given your repeated claims to have eyes and ears everywhere, you said "There was only one person in the world that could surprise you." Turns out...there's two.

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** In a creepy way, [[spoiler: Moriarty killing off Joan's nemesis when the latter makes a threat to kill Joan. As Moriarty puts it, [[TheOnlyOneAllowedToDefeatYou Joan's too vital a part of her game to lose.]] Even if it doesn't involve any actual feelings like normal people, sociopaths like her still have people they care about.]]

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** In a creepy way, [[spoiler: Moriarty killing off Joan's nemesis when the latter makes a threat to kill Joan. As Moriarty puts it, [[TheOnlyOneAllowedToDefeatYou Joan's too vital a part of her game to lose.]] Even if it doesn't involve any actual feelings like normal people, sociopaths like her still have people they care about.]] In a similar vein, she tells Joan that she's sorry about Andrew's death. Since it's doubtful that Moriarty cares an innocent man is dead simply because, well, an innocent man is dead, that leads to the conclusion that she means it in a "I'm sorry my WorthyOpponent has been hurt" way. For Moriarty, that's huge.]]
** [[spoiler:Joan decides to move back into the brownstone. In the next episode, he's visibly smiling when he refers to the brownstone's basement as "''our'' basement."]]
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** In the same episode, it's revealed that the murder victim used to be a debt collector. But, upon getting to know one of the people he was trying to collect from, he had a change of heart. In fact, did a complete 180, befriending the guy and deciding to ''completely forgive'' his debt. When Sherlock tells the victim's estranged wife this, she's clearly touched, and doesn't take on the "mother lode" of debt -- which, if worked properly, could make her millions. Instead, she allows Sherlock to shred it, effectively freeing the debtors.
** Sherlock gives Joan (and Kitty) the finest compliment any SociallyAwkwardHero could give his friend: "You're not people."
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** Joan offers to take a leave absence from the department to avoid backlash against Gregson. Gregson's response? "''Screw that''."
** In flashbacks, Sherlock is able to solve a case thanks to something Kitty noticed. He brings her to the station to show her that, thanks to her, a young boy is home safe. He doesn't hesitate to tell her that she has the potential to be a GreatDetective, and invites her to work with him.
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* In "Bella," Sherlock admits he loves Watson. True, he admits it when he's talking to an AI, but it's still sweet, and it's clear it makes Watson's part of a ''very'' small group.
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* Sherlock, noticing that Joan is acting strangely after a meeting with Mycroft, asks her if Mycroft "took liberties" with her. Of course, nothing like that happened at all, but his tone makes it very clear that if Mycroft ''had'' been awful (and stupid) enough to do something like that to Joan, there would've been absolute hell to pay.


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** In a rather dark way, Sherlock telling Mycroft, point-blank, that if Joan gets hurt, Sherlock will kill him.

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* Sherlock's father returns to the show to deal with the fallout of [[spoiler:Mycroft's death]]. Despite their mixed views of their relationship, with Morland even admitting Mycroft was previously his sole heir, some more attempt is being made for reconciliation.
-->'''Holmes''': I always thought he would outlive us both. The fact he has preceded both you and I to the grave despite our more dangerous paths speaks to the inherent injustice of the universe, or its love of irony[…]I discovered [[spoiler:Mycroft was dead]] because I was seeking him out to heal our rift. Now I won’t have the chance. But it made me realize that grudges are pointless and that people who hold them are petty and small-minded, I am neither of those things.

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** Sherlock used to be penpals with Abigail, the suspect. They both admit to enjoying their correspondence and looking forward to their letters. It's clear Abigail was Sherlock's OnlyFriend for quite a long time. The look on her face when he reveals who he is to her is understandable shock, mixed with joy at finally meeting her friend.

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* During an interrogation in “Our Time is Up”, a suspect jumps off the building. We cut to a scene of Sherlock visiting the injured man in the hospital.

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[[AC: 06 - Give me the Finger]]
* After learning about his daughter’s alcoholism, the last thing Gregson wants to do is talk to Sherlock. Sherlock reminds him that this is not about him or Gregson, it’s about Hannah and her sobriety.
-->'''Holmes''': Worrying about the origin of her issues is counterproductive. In doing so you risk making her substance abuse about you, when in fact your energy and hers are best spent focusing on her recovery.
-->'''Gregson''': You think I don’t know that?
-->'''Holmes''': I think that you’re in pain, and despite our recent troubles, that bothers me. Look, my father was an abject failure as both a parent and a human being, but when it came to my own struggles he did one thing right: He kept my recovery about me. You’re ten times the man he is, so if he can do right by me, I’m confident that you can do right by Hannah, but only once you move past blame.
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* Although polite, the pregnant young lady staying with Joan first seems judgmental of Joan’s lifestyle. She later describes how her pregnancy came completely unexpected, her dating life didn’t start until college and her conservative parents particularly threw a party when she decided to give the baby up for adoption. Hearing how Joan gave up her life as a doctor, reconcile with her parents, and having a partner like Sherlock describe how amazing Joan was, made her realize that she wanted to keep her baby despite the sacrifices she will have to make.
* Sherlock does not understand Joan’s interest in a child, but is willing to support her because she is worth it. He tells her that he is willing to make adjustments, even offering to move out of their home as he is well aware living with a former addict will ruin her chances. Joan assures him that is not what she wants.

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-->'''Sherlock:''' Stay on permanently. Not as a sober companion. As my ''companion''.
** He also makes a point to tell Joan that she can think it over, and talk to others about it before coming to a decision. Dickish as he is, he really respects her.
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** Sherlock referring to Joan as "my dear Watson." Given the show's title, he was practically obligated to say it sooner or later, but still, it's so nice to hear.

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* During an interrogation in “Our Time is Up”, a suspect jumps off the building. We cut to a scene of Sherlock visiting the injured man in the hospital.
-->'''Suspect:''' They told me you spent the night here, I guess we never finished our talk.
-->'''Holmes:''' No, I just wanted to make sure you were okay.
** This episode also had some touching moments between Joan and her half-sister Lin, with some highlights below:
-->'''Lin:''' You’re not upset because you violated some sacred trust between you and your psychiatrist. You're upset because someone you liked and respected and admired – someone whose job it was to help people figure out their lives - thought you should be a mommy….You’re strong, smart, funny, driven, compassionate, she added all that up, and somehow she came up with the one thing you were not – a mom. I’m sorry, but I think that stinks. Everything that she saw in you, all your best qualities, they’re not the things that would make you a great mother, they’re what makes you a great detective, a great friend and a great sister.

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