The Soldier already has three handlers, sort of. They don't need a fourth, and for all Cao Pi has the bearing of a handler, somehow the title hasn't slid into place in their brain. (Progress, maybe? I just don't like this guy, that's all.)

"Skilled" is probably also too strong of a word when it comes to collecting intel, but it's not hard to keep visiting Owl Friend, help Daylight with his translations, and make their regular patrols. So they can accept those orders, handler or not. "Yes, sir. Anything I can help with, in the short-term tasks, as well? I already make patrols, coordinated with Inspector Javert."

Look, they're kind of bored, sometimes, and not great at filling up free time.