Oh, he's not going back on it now that he's said it. He will most certainly lead the way, posture just as arrogant and self-satisfied as ever, and anyone who looks too long will get looked at right back as if to say see something you like? Only once they're back at the house does he make it clear that he's not entirely comfortable, nearly bolting for the washroom and closing the door.

Except that he didn't get any clothes first. Ah well, a towel will work.

"Bare-ass naked in the middle of a housefire means I get first shower. Don't even fight me on this." It's shouted from behind the door, of course.