Ep 23. Art in the Blood

Sherlock Holmes and Joan Watson are back in action for the twenty third episode of season two of Elementary, titled "Art in the Blood." The episode begins with Holmes and Watson being approached by a wealthy art collector, who has had an expensive painting stolen. The collector wants Holmes and Watson to track down the whereabouts of the stolen painting and bring it back to him. However, as the detectives begin to investigate, they discover that the theft of the painting is just the tip of the iceberg; there is a much bigger plot at play.

As they dig deeper, Holmes and Watson find themselves drawn into the seedy world of the black market art trade, where stolen paintings are bought and sold for vast sums of money. Their investigation leads them to a suspect who they believe is connected to the stolen painting, but they soon find out that there is much more to the case than initially meets the eye.

Meanwhile, Holmes begins to struggle with his sobriety once again. He starts to feel the pull of his old addiction and begins to seek out ways to distract himself from the cravings. Watson, who has been by his side throughout his struggles, tries to help him stay on track, but Holmes is increasingly resistant to her interventions. As the case heats up, Holmes finds that his addiction threatens to get in the way of his ability to solve it.

As the investigation progresses, it becomes clear that the stolen painting is just one part of a larger scheme. Holmes and Watson realize that they are dealing with a group of highly organized criminals who are using the art market as a cover to carry out their illegal activities. In order to stop them, Holmes and Watson must go undercover to infiltrate the gang and gather evidence.

The episode reaches a tense climax as Holmes and Watson work to take down the criminals and recover the stolen painting. As they close in on their targets, they face unexpected dangers and challenges that threaten to derail their efforts. Will they be able to bring the criminals to justice and recover the stolen painting? And will Holmes be able to stay sober and focused long enough to see the case through to the end?

"Art in the Blood" is a gripping and suspenseful episode that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats. With its intricate plot, complex characters, and high-stakes action, it demonstrates why Elementary has become one of the most beloved crime dramas on television. As always, Holmes and Watson are an engaging and dynamic duo, and their interactions provide the emotional core of the episode. Fans of the show will not want to miss this thrilling installment in the series.