"Ah, protect VIPs!!?"
Hearing Yamamoto's words, Rukia's expression faltered.
Then, her previously high spirits visibly deflated.
After all, 'protecting VIPs' sounded nice, but wasn't it just being left behind?
VIPs? What kind of VIPs needed protection?
However, this was an order from Yamamoto. Now, he was not only the strongest Shinigami but also a member of Zero Division, a highly respected figure.
Regardless, Rukia could not oppose his orders.
So, no matter how unhappy she felt inside, after showing a stunned expression, Rukia could only sigh and accept.
"Yes, I will complete the mission!" Rukia said dejectedly.
Her displeasure was evident to everyone.
Seeing this, Sora smiled slightly, then looked at Yamamoto.
Seeing Rukia like this, Yamamoto, having been Captain-Commander for so many years, naturally understood her thoughts.
So, looking at Rukia, Yamamoto said seriously: "Captain Kuchiki, do not think that protecting VIPs is unimportant. The nobles of the Seireitei and the families of countless Shinigami are here. Protecting the Seireitei and safeguarding everyone's rear is also a mission of utmost importance!"
"You wouldn't want Shinigami fighting at the front to return and find their families in trouble, would you?" Yamamoto asked seriously.
"Yes, sir!" Rukia also became earnest. She would not do anything that would invite criticism from others.
However, even so, she was still bound to feel disappointed. That was inevitable.
Seeing this, Sora smiled slightly, then looked at Yamamoto.
Sora said: "Genryusai, regarding the protection of VIPs, would I be considered a VIP?"
"Hmm?" Hearing Sora's words, Yamamoto was taken aback.
Then, looking at Sora, Yamamoto said solemnly: "You, sir, are certainly a VIP! If you are not considered one, then there are no VIPs in this world!"
"Excellent!" Sora nodded: "Hearing you say that puts my mind at ease!"
Then, Sora looked at Rukia, who had a look of disbelief.
Sora said with a smile: "I wonder if Rukia would be interested in being my bodyguard for a while?"
"Or rather, would I have the honor of inviting Rukia to protect me for some time?"
Hearing Sora's words, Rukia was silent for a moment: "Sir, you jest. You don't need my protection."
"But, if it's to ward off petty troublemakers, I believe Rukia is capable of doing that!"
Rukia said seriously.
"Excellent!" Looking at Rukia, Sora nodded with satisfaction.
Then he looked at Yamamoto and asked: "Well then, Genryusai, regarding this reassignment of Rukia..."
"Of course, no problem!" Before Sora could finish, Yamamoto quickly said.
Originally, he hadn't assigned Rukia a specific role because she was familiar with Sora. But now that Sora had called her to his side, what else could he say?
"Rukia, please ensure you protect Sora-sama well and meet all his requirements, understand?" Yamamoto looked seriously at Rukia.
"Yes, I understand!" Rukia nodded seriously.
"Good!" Yamamoto was very satisfied.
Watching this from the side, Byakuya was also very pleased.
He glanced at Rukia with a look of approval, 'It seemed my teachings over the years had not been in vain… Rukia understood the situation.'
However, after this interlude with Rukia, Yamamoto's battle arrangements were not yet complete.
Yamamoto looked at Ukitake beside him and said in an instructive tone: "The 1st Division usually doesn't get assigned tasks, but that doesn't mean it has no tasks."
"Even the Captain-Commander must be ready to step up at the final moment!"
"So, the 1st Division, 6th Division, and 10th Division will serve as the General Reserve. Is that understood?"
Yamamoto looked at Ukitake, Byakuya, Toshiro, and the others.
Of course, his main focus was on Byakuya and Toshiro.
These two were capable fighters, young, and could be considered the top enforcers of the Seireitei.
In the reserve, if fighting broke out, the 10th and 6th Divisions would be the main force. Primarily the 10th Division.
Compared to the patrol-oriented 10th Division, the 6th Division was a noble division with ample experience.
But combat power...
Well, let's just say combat capability.
With this, all twelve divisions of the Gotei 13 were assigned.
Wait, twelve!!?
Mayuri looked at Yamamoto: "Wait, Captain-Commander... no, Genryusai-dono, what about me?"
"You..." Yamamoto fell into thought.