This is beautiful... and so sad. Sad and wrong, that they have to hide, but a very clever solution. And, of course, some very good writing.
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Aww they're adorable! And Mary is certainly smarter than she looks! And more perceptive too... Well done on the story!

I had to laugh. It took me right to the end of the story to comprehend the title...meaning of the word "beard" in this context. I get it. Too funny. You certainly know your way around contemporary idioms and slang. Very nice.

PS...it makes one wonder how many "normal" had this sort of arrangement back in the day.

An inventive solution to solve each of their bachelor statuses. I enjoyed this story. The interaction and rational that John gives to Sherlock is very nicely organised and explained.

I particularly thought Sherlock's idea to have a double wedding to save on the headache of planning two weddings was genius.