Extremely. Men have died on both sides. An innocent young woman was nearly hanged to send me and Watson a message. And there are the attempts on our own lives.

[ He's been in dangerous situations, but he's never taken such a dangerous case before. ]

I can't explain it. I only know that it has an intimate connection to the cult.

[ He can't even tell what language the book is in, but still, he has to try. They have no lead after New Orleans, and there is no motive.

"Wretched mortal! Do not fear what is to come. Let him rupture our world anew."

Sherlock puts a hand to his head. That can't be a motive. That's a madman's motive. ]