Today is April 1st. The new fiscal year starts today.

This morning I woke up a little early and had an early meal.

This is the end of my life here.

I have many memories with Reira here.

All are happy memories.

I remember the first day I came here.

Taken by Reira.

After that, I was with Reira every day.

Wake up, eat, study, and practice.

Eat lunch, practice, and take a walk.

Eat a snack and take a nap.

Eat dinner, take a bath, and sleep together.

It was fun every day.

Thank you, Reira.

"Alright, let's go"

"Yeah"

Today too, I will hold hands with Reira and leave this house.

A park where I have walked many times.

A pool I've been to many times.

Trees that have been carried on her shoulders many times.

Bye-bye everything.

I got into the car in front of my house.

I leave my memories behind and slowly begin to move.

I looked around at the house and the surrounding scenery and memorized it in my mind.

I can see cherry blossoms everywhere.

"Let's say goodbye here too."

"Yeah. I have a lot of memories with Reira."

"Yes. I remember the day I came here like it was yesterday."

"I have a lot of happy memories."

"That's good."

“Thank you, Reira.”

"Hehe. Living here with Yuu was fun."

I left the male residential area.

It's been since I was born and brought here.

I saw the outside scenery for the first time in eight years.

In my previous life, I hardly ever saw the outside scenery other than getting a glimpse of the area around my house.

That's why just driving around like this gives me a special feeling.

I can see many mountains in the distance.

A car drives leisurely towards the mountains.

The sky is clear and the wind feels nice when I open the window.

The quiet streets continue.

Still, cherry blossoms are blooming everywhere and it's gorgeous.

This is my first time driving for such a long time with Reira.

It feels special and fun.

"Hey, can I turn on some music?"

"OK"

I operated the panel and selected the folder I liked.

Sound begins to flow from the speakers.

"There are a lot of good songs from the Previous world."

"Yeah. I quite like it too."

A relaxing song plays inside the car, making me enjoy my time with Reira.

I was humming along to the song as I watched the scenery flow by.

"Hey, there's a lot of people here."

"Yes. There seem to be a lot of them."

As the entrance to the village came into view, I saw a crowd of people.

Ah, the Sakisaka family is here.

Eventually, the car stopped in front of the Sakisaka family, and both of us got out.

"Welcome back. I've been waiting for you for a long time. This is Yuu's hometown."

"Welcome home, Yuu. You're finally home."

"Welcome back. It's been a long time since you were born."

"Welcome home. We've all been waiting for this day to come."

"Welcome home, brother."

Everyone welcomes me.

"Everyone, I'm home. It's been eight years since I saw Sakihara. I'll be taking care of you from now on. Thank you."

When I said that, everyone hugged me and kneaded me.

"You're Yuu. You've grown up. I'm Mana Terayama, the village chief. This village welcomes you. Welcome home."

The person who came forward and greeted me was a kind-looking woman with dark eyes and black hair.

"I'm Yuu Sakisaka. I'll be taking care of you from now on. Thank you."

I said that and bowed my head.

"Thank you, everyone in the village, for welcoming me. I will be taking care of you from now on. Thank you."

When I greeted the people behind her, they cheered.

"Then I think you should go home and rest today. It must be difficult because you're moving."

"Yes, I will. Thank you."

At the village chief's urging, I returned to the car with Reira.

"The Sakisaka family, I'll call you later."

"Oh, I'll be waiting."

Reira called out and the car started moving.

When I entered the village, cherry blossoms were blooming everywhere. It's not yet in full bloom, so the temperature seems to be different from the flatlands.

Lots of rapeseed flowers are in bloom, and yellow carpets are spread everywhere.

The fields spread out and the idyllic scenery continues.

The mountains can be seen up close and are very impressive.

The mountains are starting to turn green, and I can see lots of cherry blossoms. It's beautiful to see the different colors.

It's the first time I've seen this scenery since I was born. The seasons are different, but nothing has changed.

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From now on, I can live in this wide world.

I'm so happy.

I hope I have many more memories with Reira.

“Everyone was so welcoming.”

"Yeah. That's good. I hope we can become friends from now on."

After driving for a while, a building surrounded by a wall came into view. The site is quite large. Many buildings are being built.

"That's where Yuu lives."

"It's quite spacious, isn't it? Is it all like that?"

"Yes, that's right. But there's only one house to live in."

A person is standing at the entrance gate. A very tall person.

After passing through the gate, the car stopped in front of a house.

A person is standing in front of the double doors.

"Well, we're here."

"Wow"

A big house.

It's a two-story building.

When I enter, I find myself in a large hall with an atrium right from the entrance, and there are stairs all over the place.

"I'm going to live in this house from now on. A lot of people come and go on this property, so there will be a lot of people coming to this house as well. The people standing at the entrance and gate are security guards. I'll show you around now. Wow.”

I was stunned because it was completely different from the "home" I had imagined.

Reira leads me by the hand and we start walking.

"In addition to the area where Yuu usually lives, this building has an area where various people come and go. You'll have to learn about that soon, so today let's go to the area where Yuu lives."

When I passed through the door, there was a normal entrance.

I felt so relieved. I felt weak.

"This is where we're going to live. We're going to take off our shoes and live like we've always lived."

"It's good. I finally got to see what looks like home. I had forgotten that I was back."

"Hehe. That's how it started."

After that, I was shown around the room, and after I got settled in, I seemed to have been invited to have lunch at the Sakisaka family, so I went to eat.

This is how the year I turned nine began.

"Reira Sudou. A new mission has been added to you."

One week after Emperor Yusho's visit.

Rokushou told Reira through the monitor.

"Yes. What kind of mission?"

"Before we get into that, after Her Majesty's recent visit, Her Majesty activated emergency powers on the same day to designate Yuu as a special first-class VIP."

"No way..."

Reira immediately realized the gravity of the situation.

“I don’t think there was any precedent.”

"This is the first time he's been designated. I understand the meaning of designation."

Of course Reira understands well. However, even the Emperor should consider her a special second-class important person. A designation higher than that of the Emperor. Designation with a heavier value than this country. In other words, use all people, things, organizations, and authority with top priority. Even if the country is destroyed, the people are wiped out, even if the Emperor is held hostage, he is a person who will sacrifice everything to survive. That is a special first-class important person.

"This designation is top secret. So don't say anything else."

"Yes"

"As a result of your designation, I have immediately activated the VIP protection program. All protection authority has been secretly delegated to me. Therefore, you will continue to follow my instructions."

"Yes"

"Because the designation is top secret, we cannot exercise authority based on the designation. Therefore, we will focus on reorganizing the Men's Protection Bureau and exercising authority."

"Yes"

"Reira Sudou, as of today, I am granting you the position of on-site manager of Yuu Sakisaka's protection.''

"……Yes"

"Reira Sudou, I appoint you as a special male protection officer as of today."

"……Yes"

"Reira Sudou, as of today, I am appointing you as Special Assistant to the Director-General of the Cabinet Men's Protection Bureau. This is a newly created post."

"……Yes"

"Reira Sudou, I give you priority command authority in the Cabinet Men's Protection Bureau. This is a newly established authority. It includes the authority to command the director. I am the only person in the bureau that this authority does not extend to."

"……Yes"

"Reira Sudou, I will assign four special male protection officers to you as special assistants to the special assistant director. The assignment will be when Yuu begins living in the civilian section."

"……Yes"

"Reira Sudou, I will give you 10% of the secret funds of the Cabinet Men's Protection Bureau as a special budget. This amount can be increased without any prior notice and without any restrictions by activating your priority command authority."

"……Yes"

"With the above authority, I order you to protect Special First Class VIP Yuu Sakisaka. This takes priority over protection as a First Class Male Protection Officer."

"...I salute you."

Orders are handed down one after another. This unreal feeling reminded Reira of the day she was assigned to the 38th branch.

"Next, I will explain the contents of the protection program.

A dedicated security force will be formed as an active protection unit. It becomes a de facto special task force. For the time being, there will be a total of 100 security officers. They will be assigned when Yuu begins living in the civilian section. Regarding assignment, Yuu Sakisaka's name does not appear in any records. I have already instructed the Prime Minister. Until then, their backgrounds will gradually change and they will be selected from among the National Guard. The standard shall be higher than that of the Imperial Palace Guard.

Naturally, you have the right to command the dedicated security force on the spot.''

"……Yes"

My responsibilities are getting bigger and bigger.

Reira remembered the taste of sweets that were a souvenir from Emperor Yusho and began escaping reality.

"Next, I will allow you to have the restrictions lifted on carrying and using weapons.Therefore, there will be no restrictions on carrying or using any weapons from now on.As a result, I will change the vehicle you use to a special edition vehicle, equipped with weapons and other defensive functions. This includes remodeling the current residence.”

"……Yes"

"Next, I will start using the surveillance system as a priority. This applies to both you and Yuu Sakisaka. Therefore, your whereabouts and actions will be known at all times. Your words will not be tracked, so in case of an emergency, Please contact us yourself.”

"……Yes"

...There's no privacy anymore.

I was just a first-class male protection officer, right?

"Next, before living in the civilian area, I will form a residential area in Sakihara.Then, I will establish a security zone within a radius of 10 kilometers from the residential area.Surveillance systems, including satellite monitoring, will be prioritized.''

"……Yes"

"A dedicated security team will be permanently stationed in Sakihara's residential area.A security support system will be deployed within the security area.''

"……Yes"

"In case of movement, a security team will protect Yuu. You have the command authority."

"……Yes"

"Based on the above, you will be given training from time to time to effectively exercise each authority. Various training will also be resumed. While you are away, I will take care of Yuu."

"……Yes"

I wonder if Yuu is taking a good nap.

"Sudou Reira, you have a big responsibility. I ask for Yuu's protection."

"Yes"

"The above is the current situation. Your authority is scheduled to be further expanded in the future. If the designation of special first-class VIPs is made public in the future, you will have the right to give priority orders to the Prime Minister. is scheduled to be given to you.For now, please work hard to learn what I just told you.That's all.''

The monitor went dark.

Reira remained stunned.

“Reira, is something wrong?”

"Yeah. That's right. It might be weird."

"The cookie is falling out of your mouth?"

"Yeah, sure. Maybe."

"I'll wash you in the bath today, okay?"

"Yes, that's right. Should I ask you a favor?"

It took a while for Reira to regain her senses.