At first, Holmes is surprised that Dr. Mortimer-- a "man of science--" has suggested that a supernatural being is the killer of the late Sir Charles Baskerville. He even asks Dr. Mortimer whether he really believes in this spectral hound. Dr. Mortimer says that he does not know what to believe because the beast was at least earthly and tangible enough to kill, but is otherwise ghostly and elusive. Holmes is a little disappointed that Dr. Mortimer seems to believe in ghosts and is confused as to why he is seeking his help if he believes the answer is simply something supernatural.
Dr. Mortimer wishes to know how to proceed in carrying out the will of Sir Charles, and it is at this time he mentions Sir Henry-- the heir of the estate. From here, Holmes carries on a line of questioning about the inheritance of the estate. It is at this point that we could say Sherlock Holmes really "gets the scent" on how to proceed in this investigation.
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