"I know." He said after a moment, "You've never been able to."

John rubbed his face, shoulders dropping. It was probably a mistaken admitting how he felt about Sherlock. Arthur. "I should... I should change his memories of loving me. It will make everything easier. It will allow him to do what he needs to do without those pesky emotions getting in the way."

He got up and looked at Ered. "I know you can only watch and guide gently. I know some of the Knights may not live. Especially those who have no experience in this lifetime with danger."