Only when I had no choice. I didn't...generally have a full three weeks in which to carry out my orders. I was usually expected to produce results within a fairly short time frame, or else...

[He shakes his head.]

Well, that doesn't matter anymore. Either I've missed Shido's Palace entirely, or I'll be able to deal with it at my own pace. And then...well, Akira should be able to help us plan for what's after that.