第１４０３堀：情報が集まっただけでは答えは出ない (Part2)
So, it means there’s no absolute necessity to have some kind of inside track.
Well, I feel like Lady Lowell would be willing to share information quite readily, but I suppose relying on that kind of convenience is a bad habit to fall into.
As I was thinking this, Prol began adding to the whiteboard.
・Regarding the provision of information from other sources
Need to scrutinize the information provided.
"Now, this is our current situation. Unless we process these, no matter how much information we gather, we won't be able to tell what is accurate. The processing that requires the most urgency right now is the information coming in from various fronts. As for the incidents reported by Orelia and Hovis, we have no choice but to wait for the information to accumulate."
While saying this, Prol circled the "Other" item.
"A direct inquiry with Rushi can wait until tomorrow. For now, let’s focus on organizing and scrutinizing the materials we’ve been provided."
Yes, I certainly don't think that judgment is wrong, but...
"However, Prol, the sheer volume of information we've brought back is staggering. Fortunately, it’s digital rather than paper, but that also speaks to the sheer magnitude of data we're dealing with."
Lady Fiora said this as she opened her laptop and turned it toward us.
The screen was filled with an endless, scrolling list.
Yes, it was an incredible amount.
But surely, having this handed over in paper format would have been even more of a nightmare.
"Considering counter-intelligence, computers are something that can only be used within Weed, so digitizing it was definitely the right call. It makes it easier to organize, too, so we have no choice but to buckle down and do it."
"But~, are we really going to investigate every single one of these pieces of information~?"
There were easily over a thousand entries.
If we were to investigate each of these facts one by one, it would take an astronomical amount of time.
It’s not a simple task.
Yet, Prol nodded without the slightest change in her expression.
"That is correct. Other departments gathered this because they trust us. If we leave it unattended without even checking it, our credibility will plummet. That wouldn't just damage our own reputation; it would tarnish the name of our beloved Yuki-sama. I will absolutely not allow that to happen."
Th-that’s true.
They entrusted this to us precisely because they trust us.
The information collected independently by each department wasn't gathered easily.
We certainly cannot treat it lightly, and it does indeed involve the honor of Yuki-sama.
"I agree with what Prol says. However, it is a fact that doing this randomly will take too much time. I believe we should start by sorting them and focusing our investigation on logistics-related matters and those with criminal potential. What do you think?"
"I believe Lady Fiora is correct. Considering the information Orelia and Hovis have already organized, logistics should be a priority. As for criminal potential, we have the matter of Rushi and the others, as well as the information from Lari, so those should be prioritized as well."
With our policy decided, we immediately began the work.
The thought that I might find something out quickly only lasted for the first little while.
The sheer volume was so overwhelming that just sorting through it made my mind go blank, and we ended up taking frequent breaks.
"Monotonous work is quite agonizing for some people. If you don't take proper breaks, you'll end up making unnecessary mistakes."
"..."
"Haa, all three of you seem to be struggling quite a bit."
"Is this kind of work rare for you?"
"Hmm, I wonder? It’s not that we don't have paperwork, but perhaps we’ve never had to do it with this level of intensity."
"I see. Staring at letters all day might be unusual for the three of you, who are accustomed to diplomacy. The Information Division or the Resident Services Division actually have this kind of work quite often, surprisingly."
...As I lay face-down on the desk, I thought to myself: I’m so glad to be one of Yuki-sama’s subordinates.
Monotonous work really highlights the divide between those who are suited for it and those who aren't.
At times like this, it’s enough to drive a snowman crazy.