Heaven's BB // Video

[chibisu]

From: Ebisu
Date: November 10

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[The video opens up with a little bit of tilting to make sure the view is set straight, and that of a small child leaning forward with intense interest. Something apparently is apparently signalled to him offscreen, however, because he promptly straightens.]

Greetings! I know that some of you met me the other day during the training session at the Heaven's meeting hall, but I would like to formally introduce myself to those who haven't. I am Ebisu, God of Fortune regarding commerce and fishing.

I've been very busy as of late, but things have slowed down enough that I think I will be able to interact with this new generation of gods and their shinki. I hope to work alongside all of you as best as I can.

Please treat me well.

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[chibisu]

Then it's settled!

[Despite seeming to be glowing with energy, Ebisu still takes care to not rush getting off the chair. This... may have something to do with the male voice behind the camera phone going "Be careful, Young Master."]

[Soon, however, with the camera following him, he goes over to a large and finely made desk, scrambling up onto another chair behind it. There is a whole lot of technology here, Ayumu... Obediently, the cameraman repositions himself so that he's behind Ebisu's shoulder to get a good look at the screens.]

So, to start with, these are Japan's notable exports-

[Did you want a sudden economics lesson, Ayumu? Because, you're... going to be getting one.]

[kagenonadeshiko]

[It is a whole lot of technology and Ayumu eyes it with the same mild curiosity she does with most gadgets she has little comprehension of. While Ebisu's moving, Ayumu's kitten continues to playfully rampage, giving up on batting at the toy to hug her hand completely. She gently bops the kitten on the nose with a firm, 'no biting', before disengaging her hand to pet him properly.

Time to calm down, little one. It's lesson time. Gradually, the kitten realizes that his new mom means it and they both settle in for the impromptu economics lesson.

Unlike most conversations involving magic or technology, Ayumu's actually a pretty engaged listener on this subject. Then again, economics is a practical subject and those have always been much easier for her to grasp.]

[chibisu]

[It.... goes on for a while. And a while. Does Ayumu really want to be here for an hour...]

[Fortunately, it doesn't go on for that long (this time) before the camera is jostled a little bit, and Ebisu pauses in his gesturing of some Very Important Graphs to look up.]

Oh. It's probably time for your break, isn't it, Kuwami? [They don't... get a lot in the temple...] I might have to live it here, Ayumu-san, but I'd be glad to talk with you more about it later.

Would you ever want to come to my temple sometime for more on it?

[kagenonadeshiko]

I'd be delighted to, Ebisu-sama. That was very educational.

[Some of it was a little more complex than her education had covered but all in all, Ayumu got the gist of the concepts involved, she thinks. And it's refreshing to hear about something, well, normal as opposed to the usual interpersonal drama and bloodshed that tends to spill over into her life. Business might be competitive but it doesn't usually lead to horrific violence.]

Oh, are there any snacks you like? If it's okay with you and your shinki, I'd like to bring over some treats when I come by.

[He's such a cute, well-mannered, and clearly hard-working young god. Of course, she's going to try to feed him.]

[chibisu]

Then I can arrange a date for you to visit.

[For a second he pauses, allowing Kuwami to put the phone on a small stand so that it no longer to be held. This allows Ayumu to get a better look at the shinki himself- light brown hair cut short, a sturdy sort of a jawline, and a look of exhaustion to him that he seems to be playing off as he goes to pull up a chair for himself. Once the camera is settled, Ebisu starts speaking again.]

I also invited Hakkai-san to my temple, so maybe it would be good to mix in those dates.... Oh, and I like Kit-Kats, if it's only a snack.

[kagenonadeshiko]

[Kit-Kats? What are those? Maybe she can find a recipe somewhere? Ayumu will have to look later. Her expression softens a little at the sight of the shinki. Poor fellow looks exhausted but she supposed he would be, looking after a child who's also a God of Fortune.]

I think that sounds like a good idea. Whichever is most convenient for you, Ebisu-sama.

[chibisu]

I'll be sure to keep in contact with you then, Ayumu-san. If I arrange it in the evening, I can treat everyone to dinner!

[Because when you're a God of Fortune, why not spend that kind of money? It needs to go somewhere! As his domain, he knows that better than anyone. Wealth does nothing for anyone when it's stagnant.]

[kagenonadeshiko]

That sounds lovely. If you need help with the meal preparations, please let me know? I'm an experienced cook, you see.

[Among other things but it'd be a nice change of pace and his shinki did look a bit overworked.]

[chibisu]

I could never do that! You're a guest!

[That means no work!]

[kagenonadeshiko]

Really, it wouldn't be any trouble...

[She won't push the issue, though. Ayumu will, however, bring him snacks. She'll have to figure out this Kit Kat mystery.]

But if you insist, I suppose I can take it easy this time.

[chibisu]

We look forward to treating you, Ayumu-san!