RS/A man in uniform

[thegentlemanthug]

An uneasy truce develops between Drake and Reid, until the Inspector seems to forget the incident and subject them to his usual moods.

So when Drake is called to the Inspector's office, he has no idea what to expect.

"The incident with the jail cells," Reid begins.

"Sir." Drake's voice holds a warning note. He had hoped it had gone away for good.

"It seems you conduct did not go unnoticed."

Drake's jaw tenses. "Inspector, I can-"

"You're being given a commendation. For exemplary conduct. I suggest you find your uniform, Sergeant. There will be a fête outside the station this evening. I expect a couple of Parliamentary members at the very least."

In a daze, Drake exits the office and almost walks straight past his lover in his shock.

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[thirstforvice]

"Sergeant," Matthew nods at his lover in passing, careful to treat him and respect him as a work colleague when they're both on duty, with eyes and ears all around them. But his eyes linger on Bennet, they always do, and he notices the glazed look to his eyes. He's seen plenty of men suffering from shock, in his career.

"Bennet?" he drops the workplace formalities. "You alright there?"