"Maybe later," Ted answers with a smile. He doesn't want to leave Joan waiting, and Sherlock's already put his shirt on - but he does appreciate him not making a big deal about it.

Ted's honestly not used to men knowing about his sexuality. There is a part of his brain that catastrophizes the consequences. So the fact that Sherlock intentionally tries to reassure him is comforting.

He nods towards the bedroom and leads the way there.