Holmes returns Watson's cheeky smile, noting a distinct air of challenge about Watson's expression, and he wonders if their exploits will repeat this evening. He feels vigorous enough; just hearing that cheeky tone is enough to start warming his blood.

"Very well," he answers, playfulness creeping into his own voice. "If you must be so difficult." Holmes knows he has to move quickly, as he's skilled in boxing but slightly less so in wrestling of this nature, whereas Watson has a distinct knowledge set to draw from with his rugby background.

In a flash, he wrangles Watson to the ground, using the element of surprise and his own innate speed to help him succeed against Watson's instincts. He pins Watson, though consciously is less severe on his injured side than on the non-injured; maybe that will open Holmes up for vulnerability, but being pinned by Watson doesn't sound all that bad.

"Does the bed sound alluring to you yet?"