Part 1

(...Today is “Renga Nishizono’s” birthday.)

(My manager told me I have a job for a “leading role” that only I can do.)

Alright—I’m looking good! Time to take on the day!

Renga. *Grabs*

I’ll make sure he doesn’t run.

Huh!?

…...

Hachinoya-san. Apologies, but could you shift the decoration on the right up 2 millimeters? It is a bit tilted.

Got it… That said, this decoration is really pretty.

According to Lu-senpai, it is something used in China during celebratory occasions.

…...

Chief, is this the last of the dishes? I’ve got all the drinks too.

Yep. All that’s left is the cake! Yuki-nii is doing the final checks right now.

Wafuu. Wafuwafu.

What’s going on!?

(Yukikaze and the chief suddenly brought me to the living room and sat me down with Shumai, and now it looks like a party’s about to start!?)

Renga-saan, it really suits you, y’know~. That “Birthday Boy” sash.

H-hey, Ten! Could this possibly be, no, just maybe…!

It’s exactly what you think~. Everyone’s been all hyped up about celebrating your birthday since last night.

We even got your manager in on it, and he made sure you’d have the day off. Really, everyone’s such a softy, huh?

My manager was in on it too…! I had no idea…

(I thought it’d be impossible because of work, but I get to celebrate the day of…! Is this what my manager meant by a “leading role” only I could play!?)

You mean, everyone set up the food and decorations for me…?

Let’s make the height a little more even….perfect. The acrylic stands and fans will go here…

…Huh? What’s Toi doing?

He said he was building a shrine.

Apparently, he took on the request from your fans, since he understands all too well their wish to celebrate their favorite idol’s birthday.

He collected and made the merch himself, and since this morning he’s been setting them up alongside the fan letters from your agency.

Since this morning!? Then I’ll help too…!

Hey.

Ugh! What’s your problem? Why’d you suddenly shove me on the sofa?

Settle down. If you’re the guest of honor, then act like one and sit down properly. You’re being an eyesore.

Wh-why do you have to say it like that—!

Wafu!

Huh… Are you telling me to sit down too, Shumai…?

Wafuwafu!

…! I-I see. Okay…I guess.

(If this is a leading role only I can play, then everyone will probably be happier if I acted like the main character… Right?)

...…

Phew… I think I’m done lining everything up…

Huh!? There’s still a box left. I have to hurry and open it…!

No, I can’t do this!

Toi! Let me help you!

…Tch.

Oh my.

Sorry for the wait, I present to you the “Golden Sunrise ☆ Celebrity Rose Cake” Ushio has entrusted to me.

We’re all set over here, what about you guys?

Yes, everything’s perfect. Thanks to Renga-san himself, the shrine is complete!

Well then, let’s get this party started!

Renga-kun.

Happy Birthday!!

T-thank…you.

Here you go, your present. It’s a dog toy. Have fun using it until it breaks.

I chose a pair of scissors used to prune roses. If you’re alright with it, I’m always willing to help if you need advice on flowers.

I’m giving you a travel bag. It’s big and has lots of pockets inside, so you can put snacks and tissues in it.

If you like it, you can use it when you go on location for photo shoots.

(Each and every single one of them…is full of their feelings. They’re all presents given with me in mind…)

…Is someone at the door?

Oh… I’ll go get it!

…Ah!?

That was a really loud noise.

What's wrong, Toi!

Th-this is terrible! The gift box got stuck in the doorway…!

This is a package for Nishizono-sama. Please sign here.

This isn’t just a present, is it? It’s more on the level of an order of bulk merchandise for a sales event.

…The doorway is creaking.

It seems it’s from your father. The note says, “To Renga, and everyone at HAMA Tours for taking care of him.”

What a nice father.

That’s amazing, Renga-kun! I can’t believe he sent you a present like this…!

O-of course! It’s a matter of course for someone l-like, yours truly…

I wonder if there’s a way to carry it in…

Hey, Toi! Don’t try to carry it on your own!

…Is it really alright for the “Birthday boy” to be working up a sweat like that?

Jeez, can’t get it through his head that the person being celebrated doesn’t need to be concerned with everything.

Haha…but, isn’t that just like him?