With him, there is always a cost. The toll always comes due.

Sherlock

Joan: Good luck explaining why you were locked in a closet with a bloody murder weapon.
Sherlock: No, it could be worse. Imagine how embarrassing this would be if it came out during your confirmation hearing!

So that rancid smell *isn't* impropriety?

Joan

I don't think he's entirely correct that the Department is essential to my support system. Our work certainly hasn't been a boon to my well-being of late. But there are other considerations. I believe it would make me happy.

Sherlock

Joan: Look. I think it's nice that he wants to help, but you know we can't go back to the Department. It's not possible.
Sherlock: Neither was war in the Falklands, but the old man tends to get what he wants.

In a nutshell, Agent Burke, they're perfecting the art of brainwashing.

Sherlock

Elementary Season 4 Episode 2 Quotes

Joan: Look. I think it's nice that he wants to help, but you know we can't go back to the Department. It's not possible.
Sherlock: Neither was war in the Falklands, but the old man tends to get what he wants.

In a nutshell, Agent Burke, they're perfecting the art of brainwashing.

Sherlock