"With John--oh."

Now that he's suddenly faced with the prospect of another experience like this morning's, he actually comprehends why people care if someone else is in the house or flat. The thought of his best friend, the person he thinks of as his brother, accidentally overhearing any of this... that's too awkward even for Sherlock.

"I, uh. I do know a couple of hotel owners who owe me favors--"