Part 9/10:
The tale reaches its climax as the characters converge in Dewer’s Hollow, where the menacing fog and the ‘hound’ reappear. Tense interactions culminate in Sherlock's unveiling of Dr. Frankland’s deception; the feared creature is nothing but smoke and mirrors—an ordinary dog manipulated by the drug-laden fog to prey upon the instabilities of Henry’s mind.
In a moment of confrontation, the truth about Henry’s father resurfaces as Sherlock reveals that Frankland had indeed murdered him disguised under chemical influences. Henry’s rage becomes palpable but leads to Frankland’s demise in a tragic explosion, evoking a sense of closure amidst the chaos.
Conclusion