Chapter 15: A Retrospection

After apprehending Stapleton, Holmes and Watson return to Baskerville Hall where Sir Henry is recovering from his ordeal. They explain to him the details of the case and reveal that his own friend, Stapleton, was the mastermind behind the whole scheme to eliminate him and take over the Baskerville fortune. Sir Henry is grateful for their help and relieved that the danger is finally over.

Holmes also reflects on how he was able to solve the case. He reveals that he was suspicious of Stapleton from the beginning, but lacked the concrete evidence needed to make an arrest. However, the discovery of the butterfly net in Stapleton’s possession was the key piece of evidence that allowed them to finally make the connection.

Watson is still amazed at Holmes’ ability to solve the case and asks him for his thoughts on the matter. Holmes explains that he was able to solve the case because he approached it with an open mind and was willing to consider all possibilities. He also emphasizes the importance of using observation and deduction to solve problems.

The story ends with Holmes and Watson bidding farewell to Sir Henry and Dr. Mortimer as they prepare to leave Dartmoor. Holmes remarks that he is glad to have solved the case and that he is looking forward to his next adventure.

Overall, this chapter serves as a reflection on the case and the methods used by Holmes to solve it. It provides a satisfying conclusion to the story and ties up all loose ends. The reader is left with a sense of closure and a deep appreciation for Holmes’ incredible detective skills.