Aunty Ex-con


"Things are afoot dear Watson."
'What makes you so sure?'
"An elaborate ruse on a global scale, for what purpose?"
'Pacification.'
"Possibly, still something is happening, popular demand is growing."
'The customer is always right.'
"Certain ones to be sure."
'Are you one?'
"Me? You know me all too well."
'You're as much a mystery as any, sometimes more. But yes I know you well enough to know. A stout hearted fellow, with keen observation, that serves your 'clients', usually in a satisfactory way.'
"Alas, all too temporary, many seem to draw their dilemmas, as much as their antagonist do."
'Speaking of antagonist, you said you'd share Professor Moriarty's private message.'
"Ah, yes. Should I recite or do you wish to peruse the missive yourself?"
'I'd like the opportunity to examine the handwriting.'
"Test your new found skills?"
'Please Mr. Holmes, I merely read a book on hand writing analysis.'
"I await your considered assessment."