I suppose I could ask the same question of you and Zoldyck-san... but that aside, Shiraishi-san had a role. In addition to information about the demons that he was able to share prior to his death, I would think he would have more information at his hands that may be useful to us than Zoldyck-san...

[ he trails off there with a thoughtful hum... but soon enough, he shakes his head and waves it off, his tail swishing absentmindedly. ]

But of course, just as you've ultimately accepted my decision, I must respect yours, as well.