He probably shouldn't say it, but Holmes likes these stories precisely for the rebellions. Rebellions are the best thing to come out of the imposition of rules because they are not so predictable and they speak to the character of humanity. There's a reason they're so feared, and so revered, depending on what side you're on.

"Of course you must find your rebellions. You are not programmed to conform," he says instead, sounding tired, but clearly it's a reason why he likes Watson at all, let alone loves him. "Will I get to hear it in pieces again this time?"