Sherlock can see the tension in Ted's body, and knows that he's pushing through some anxiety in order to be friendly. It's no surprise, of course, but it does make Sherlock think about how well Ted uses his friendliness like a shield.
Gerald steps back and gestures to the woman. "This is Susan Lamb, a funeral director with the Lamb Funeral Home in Richmond."
The woman nods to Sherlock, then gives a kind, gentle smile to Ted, offering her hand as well. "A pleasure to meet you," she says.
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Date: 2021-10-18 04:14 am (UTC)Gerald steps back and gestures to the woman. "This is Susan Lamb, a funeral director with the Lamb Funeral Home in Richmond."
The woman nods to Sherlock, then gives a kind, gentle smile to Ted, offering her hand as well. "A pleasure to meet you," she says.