Author: thegrumblingirl/screwtheprinceimtakingthehorse
Show: Luther (BBC)
Pairing: Luther/Ripley

“Who’s got reporters blocking their door?” Luther appeared in the doorway, knotting his tie, smiling but with his eyes moving between them, a little unease creeping into the broad line of his shoulders. Justin knew that soon they’d be cramped as he hunched over crime scene photos and evidence. And he also knew that it was best to come right out with it.

“The guv called, we’ve got another case. He’s asked us to come in before going to the crime scene, so I’m guessing—”

“High profile, involvement from upstairs,” Luther finished the sentence for him, nodding. “A funny one, then. Or closer to home than anyone wants to admit on the phone.” He sighed. “Jenny, if they start following me here or whatever, I’ll be staying at the station or at a hotel until this is finished. I don’t want you in harm’s way, and I don’t want to fight the higher ranks about my unlikely choice in roommates.”

“My place not an option, then?” Ripley cut in.

“I don’t want you in harm’s way, either.” They frowned at each other while Jenny worried her lower lip with her teeth.