"Well, at least," said Holmes, "you have had your revenge
upon them. There can be no question that it was your oil lamp which,
when it was crushed in the press, set fire to the wooden
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- Notes: Holmes’ deduction links Hatherley’s earlier ordeal (the crushed lamp) to the fire, turning his victimhood into an accidental victory. This line gives Hatherley a sense of closure, even if the criminals escape. It also showcases Holmes’ ability to connect small, earlier details to the current event.

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