I know. My therapist said depression makes it difficult to let go of self-flagellation, especially when one's own actions caused the problem. Terrible and extraordinary circumstances aren't an excuse to my mind. But it's a process, and I'm having more good days than I used to.

[Cool, soft fingers touch Sherlock's cheek.]

I wouldn't try to become your Master if I thought I was too unstable to handle it. I don't want anything to happen to you because of me.