[ Sholmes' smile falters. That does not feel like an equivalent exchange. But he invited this, didn't he? And there are no clear stipulations about a required quality of housekeeping. (Let that be a lesson to Gina: any deal with Sholmes needs a thorough check for loopholes.) ]

You have yourself a deal. [ Sholmes stops long enough to extend his hand for a shake. ] I do so look forward to taking Toby out for a bit of case work. I shall have his third eye wide open in no time!