Ebisu's Inbox

[chibisu]

[For anyone who is familiar with Ebisu in person, they might be expecting the sound of a cute child on the answering machine.]

[They do not get a cute child's voice.]

[Instead, it's the voice of a young man, speaking calmly and professionally.]

Hello. You have reached the personal phone and temple of Ebisu, one of the Gods of Fortune. He and his shinki are currently busy right now, so please leave a message and someone will respond back to you as soon as possible.

Thank you, and have a nice day.

Comments

[myblueskies]

[There's a box left at Ebisu's temple with four very enthusiastically decorated cupcakes. They are a riot of colour and have far too much icing on them, but they actually don't taste too bad for a first attempt.

There's a note in hiragana, though the writing is carefuk and therefore near.

Dear Ebisu, mister Kimi, mister Kuwami and mister Kunimi

Happy Christmas, I hope you all like cupcakes.

I don't think you can eat them with chopsticks though they are too big.

From Romeo.]

[chibisu]

[Christmas sure is a thing that just about the entirety of Ebisu's temple forgot about, at least in the traditional sense that Romeo has clearly been taught about. That means there's some bemusement at the gift, followed by some select scrambling. It's only polite, after all, to reciprocate a gift!]

[That's why, by the time he returns to his own temple, Romeo will find two boxes addressed to him, wrapped up neatly and with large bows. The first will contain a few things for him: a bento box with bird decorations on its top, a pair of chopsticks to match, and a little seal chopstick rest. The other box contains another bento box, this one purely with a cherry blossom design and a pair of fine wooden chopsticks as well.]

[There are also two notes! One from Ebisu, thanking Romeo for the gifts and that he hopes that he has a good Christmas and New Years. The other is from Kimi, who makes sure to tell him that the cupcakes were delicious, and to keep practicing using his chopsticks. If he does well, Kimi promises to teach him how to make food for his god that she's sure to like, and that they can pack in the boxes for when spring comes.]

Dec. 24th

[purr_ince]

[ On the evening of the 24th, if anyone is watching Ebisu's temple they might see a leather clad figure dropping off a heavy wooden trunk at the door. There's a series of dark green and gold ribbons around it the little god's name written on one of them and a note card attached: ]

If you're going to play you need some toys. Merry Christmas. -Adrien

[ And when the trunk is opened there are toys upon toys stuffed inside. It's a wide assortment. A few stuffed animals like a panda and a black cat. There are games, cards, silly string, bubbles, color books, crayons, markers, clay and play dough, small safe kid friendly craft books including one on origami.]

Jan 8th

[unlucky7]

[Calling isn't going to work for Ginia, so instead there is a very polite text message or email to Ebisu or whichever one of his shinki happens to handle incoming communication.]

Greetings,

My name is Ginia, shinki to Cú Chulainn. We have spoken previously on the network and I've attended one of your open seminars. I also assisted your shinki, Kimi, with a prayer.

I humbly come to you seeking information on a delicate subject relating to the history of the Far Shore. It is in relation to masks capable of controlling ayakashi. I would like to speak at your earliest convenience, if that is permissible.

Sincerely,
Ginia

[chibisu]

[It takes only an hour before a response comes- which is pretty quick considering how busy this particular temple is.]

Hey Ginia,

It's good to speak with you again. When can you make a visit to the temple? We can make time whenever is good for you, even if it's today.

We await your response,
Kimi

[pirateofdragons]

[After a busy holiday and everything that came with it, Jae-ha finally sends a message to Unmi.]

I do hope I haven't messaged you at a bad time.

However, I am hoping to begin with the lessons we have talked about before in return of me doing work for you as well.

- Jae-Ha

1/2

[chibisu]

Greetings,

This is a fine time. What day would be a good one for you to come and visit? I can assure you that there would always be work to do at the temple, and thus I could always use a break.

Sincerely,
Unmi

2/2

[chibisu]

[And then a couple minutes later-]

ꉂ ꀞꀞꀞ(ᕑᗢूᓫ∗)˒˒

15th January - requesting a random Ebisu shinki!

[defensivematrix]

[ The chaos is still going on strong, given the mountain is on fire. But Satya's god is in a deep - worrying - sleep, but she is not someone who can just sit and wait for him to wake up. She will go looking- looking for someone not currently being terribly busy.

Which might be a challenge, since it's Ebisu's temple. So she will settle for someone she can just simply interrupt ]

Excuse me- I've been busy looking after someone. What's the current status?

[ Is there any update? But she knows that just asking for information usually doesn't yield anything. You gotta have something to trade ]

I was on the mountain yesterday and there is something I'd like to report.

[chibisu]

[If there's any fortunate news, it's that there is always someone on the ground floor watching over the main doors to see who is entering. Today, it's Kiwami- a man with pale brown hair and a look of concentration from where he's looking over multiple laptops settled alongside the main desktop computer down at the secretarial desk in the waiting area. He looks up at the sound of someone entering, pausing from where he's typing onto something.]

Lava has begun to flow down from the volcano. It appears that gas is still a prevalent threat throughout the Far Shore, and the young master has left to spread supplies.

[It looks like he's about to go back to his work, but he pauses at her mention of a report.]

What is it?

[unlucky7]

[On the morning of the 14th, small square boxes wrapped in metallic silver wrapping paper and tied off with red ribbons are left on Kunimi, Takami, Kimi, Aomi, Unmi, and Kiwami's desks. Inside all of them are six chocolate truffles, three with dried raspberry on the top and three with a swirl of mint.

Kimi's box is different in that there are two of each flavor, than two plain looking chocolate truffles infused with whiskey.

Any other shinki Ginia's also interacted with and been helped out by also receives a box of four truffles, an assortment of mint, raspberry, or plain chocolate truffles.

On Ebisu's desk is a bouquet of paper and ribbon flowers in a vase and a large box of chocolate. It contains four mint truffles, four raspberry truffles, and four plain chocolate truffles.

They're all homemade and more than one shinki has probably seen her cooking in the kitchen at late or early hours, trying to make everything perfect.

Talk about mixed messages, no?]

text | after Hinamatsuri

[subtract]

There's something I'd like to discuss with you. It's related to god and shinki disappearances. When can we meet?

[chibisu]

[!!!!!!]

Greetings. This is Kiwami speaking on the young master's behalf. He requests that you please give him an hour. Would you prefer to meet here or elsewhere?

[Ebisu is already running around trying to reorganize things so that he can disappear for this.]

19th March- voice

[swordofzero]

Good afternoon. It's Kururugi Suzaku we met at Lady Amaterasu's meeting. I also met one of your shinki, Unmi at the New Year. I helped him replace a car battery. He gave me a card in case I was ever looking for employment. I was wondering if that offer was still open. I seem to have engineering knowledge but am happy to help out in any capacity.

[He sounds slightly awkward, even more so than usual.]

[chibisu]

[Since Ebisu is often busy himself, it's one of his shinki who answer- Aomi for today, who seems a lot more smooth and calm compared to Suzaku's awkwardness.]

"Hello, this is Aomi speaking. I've alerted the young master to your call, but he is somewhat busy, so it may take a little while for him to respond to you in person. However, his temple is always interested in part time workers.

Since you helped Unmi-san, would you say that your engineering knowledge works best with cars, or are there other areas you would prefer?"

March 23rd - Email, Takami

[unlucky7]

Takami,

On a scale of 1-10, how bad of an idea is it to post an ad on the network looking for part-time workers among the new shinki and gods?

Thanks,
Jitsumi

[chibisu]

Jitsumi,

We need all the help we can get. I'm sure Ebisu-sama would be more than happy to see new people. I would leave the department assignments to him, Kunimi, and Unmi.

Hope you're well,
Takami

March 23rd - Email, Ebisu, CC Kunimi, Unmi

[unlucky7]

Sir,

If the trend of the last few months hold true, we are due for new arrivals within the next few days. With your permission, I would like to distribute flyers at the training session and post an ad on the network seeking part-time workers.

Please let me know if I should proceed.

Sincerely,
Jitsumi

From: Ebisu

[chibisu]

Jitsumi,

That sounds like an excellent idea. I haven't wanted to give an impression of being too opportunistic, so I have been holding back on such a thing for the most part. However, I think now might be a good time to try it.

Do you already have a design and information ready?

Ebisu

From: Ishtar/Chris

[trustheart]

Uh, hey. You're Ebisu, right? I'm Chris Yukine, or Ishtar here. I'm one of Ginia's gods, and she alerted me to a job opportunity. I'd like to apply.

As I told her, I'm pretty experienced. I've been involved in student government and worked for a government agency. I'm just seventeen, but I have a lot to offer, as far as experience goes, and could be a big help in the field of security, office work, media, and general support. If you're willing to grant me an opportunity, I'd much appreciate it.

[Attached: A list of Chris's responsibilities at her school, Lydian Academy, clubs and organizations she belonged to (archery, student government, festival planning committee), and a very very generalized list of what she did at her "government job", including "physical training", "minor espionage", and "threat response", "search and rescue" as well as things like "skill with firearms and other projectile weapons" and "acrobatics".]

[Luger definitely helped her write this.]

[chibisu]

[Wow, that sure is some serious murder stuff put in along everything else. Ebisu would be concerned, if he was a normal child... or even a normal god. Listen, it's fine. The resumes of other gods around are much more bizarre.]

Ishtar,

It's a pleasure to meet the other god of one of my shinki! I would be very interested in meeting you properly over this, even beyond hiring you on as an employee.

I like to assign work based on both skill and interest. While it sounds as though you would be good for a few different departments that I can think of, are there any in particular that would have your attention? I have both media and tourism departments which I believe would gladly accept your help. However, if you are good at math, I can name many others.

I'm interested in hearing from you.

Ebisu

From: Susanoo / Tsubasa

[beyondtheblade]

Greetings. My name is Kazanari Tsubasa, and I have taken notice of your shinki Ginia's job posting. Particularly as I am new to this place, I would like to submit my interest.

[With 100% less "awkwardly staring at you before realizing who you are," this time.]

By trade, I am a performer. A singer. Before you ask, yes - I have inquired to Shikyoin Hibiki in that department. But I need more to work with, in the meantime.

Beyond that, I am quite skilled in a number of other fields.

[Attached, Ebisu is going to find a resume that ... turns out to be very, very similar to Chris above. With an addition of her singing career and a prowess as a mechanic, sub out "skill with firearms and other projectile weapons" with "skilled in swordsmanship" and it's nearly identical, in fact. She didn't need her shinki to help write it, though.]

Ginia seemed to think something in media, manufacturing, or tourism may fit, but should you decide to take me on, I shall leave such things to your discretion.

[chibisu]

Greetings, Kzanari Tsubasa.

Your skills would certainly be more than welcome here at my temple. I prefer to assign people to jobs that I know they will not be unduly bored or disinterested in, so are you certain that there is not a department in particular which you would prefer?

However, if you truly have no preference, then I believe our tourism department would be glad for the extra assistance.

Thank you for contacting me and I look forward to hearing from you again soon,
Ebisu

The day after the Very Special Beach Episode

[unlucky7]

[Ginia would never dream of taking a trip off to paradise and not bring back presents for her beleaguered coworkers. Omiyage is very important, and it's a good thing she can bring everything back to the Far Shore by teleporting through Fuujin's temple. Having someone help pick up all the presents is useful too because there's a lot.

As food is the most common form of omiyage, Ginia comes with plenty. Six cookie gift sets ensures everyone will have a chance to sample the cookies. There are also several sets of chocolate bars in assorted flavors, boxes of chocolate covered macadamia nuts, and full flats of fresh pineapples and mangoes.

There are individual presents too.

Ebisu receives a floral arrangement (and Kunimi the gift of keeping it watered).

Unmi receives a glass jellyfish paperweight.

Aomi receives a wood box.

Kiwami receives a set of plates with koi as well as a fish folded from palm leaves.

Takami receives two flower dishes and a small set of truffles.

Kimi receives a leather and silver bracelet with a card explaining the meaning of the symbol ("to fulfill, to complete, to come to pass, to succeed"). When she sees him later that day, she'll also place a yellow and white lei around his neck.

Also the day after the Very Special Beach Episode

[unlucky7]

[Kiwami also gets one more present in the form of a very worrying and probably stress-inducing text message.]

When you have a moment, I have more questions about the night of the raid and how Ebisu controlled ayakashi.

[chibisu]

[Well. Those questions were going to happen sooner than later. Kiwami is prompt in his reply.]

I will be free for a short while tonight taking a walk around the temple. We can talk then. I will drop by your department to pick you up.
(°)#))<<

[And, sure enough, he'll do so, taking her for a walk down the many stairs of the temple and going for the outside.]

April 1st

[unlucky7]

Hey.
Still up?

[It's late when Ginia texts Kimi, well after they've returned from the temple. She's pretty sure he's asleep and wouldn't blame him if he is. She's definitely not sleeping.]

[chibisu]

No rest for the wicked (ノ#-_-)ノ

[Sure, he could sleep, but, well. Everyone is simultaneously exhausted and worked up from what happened at the compound. He's leaning on the latter, personally. Besides, it is a night off, of sorts.]

Omiyage after the beach trip

[hypomeneo]

[Listen, Ebisu, your shinki have been instructing Waver in the fine art of Omiyage. Don't ask how he pulled this off... perhaps he's learned a bit of miracle working from your shinki. Perhaps it's magic.

Since food is the general gift of choice, a couple crates of premium Kona coffee beans are delivered and one crate of a selection of wines for the moments everyone needs a glass. Ebisu gets a set of macadamia nut chocolates for himself. Compliments of Waver, and by extension, Iskandar's temple.

For Waver's two friends among the old shinki, he includes a small personal gift too. There's a set of cufflinks for Terumi and concentrated perfumes for Natsumi.]

April 26th | Text to Kimi

[unlucky7]

When you have a moment, I have something to show you. (╯✧∇✧)╯

[chibisu]

Now I'm interested!
(٭°̧̧̧ω°̧̧̧٭)
I'll finish up meal prep with the others a little faster than usual then. Where should we meet?

A letter at his temple

[myblueskies]

Dear Ebisu

You are invited to Gegute's library (Elfnein's temple) on the 29th of April for a party! It is going to be a book party so you can bring your best book or even dress up as your favourite character!
You can bring all your shinki too if you want and any other friends! There will be tasty food to eat!
See you there!

Romeo and Elfnein

A letter returned

[chibisu]

[Because that's pretty easy to do right away when you can teleport.]

Dear Romeo and Elfnein,

We will be honored to attend your party, although I must unfortunately say that not all of my shinki will be able to attend. We wish you the best of health until the time comes.

Sincerely,
Ebisu

Way backdated to March 25th, voice

[yasei]

Hello, Little Mister Ebisu and the person that's the voice on the other end!

[ Obi could sound professional but.. Yeah no he probably couldn't sound professional unless he actually really wanted to. Well. At least he doesn't sound his least unprofessional. ]

This is Obi, we've talked before on occasion. Anyway, I spoke to Miss Ginia a little earlier and she said you're looking for people to help out and such, and suggested I contact you for an appointment if I was interested to help in any way.

[ Plus there was other topics he wanted to talk to Ebisu about but this is his primary topic for the time being. ]

[chibisu]

[You know what, by far not the weirdest sort of thing that's happened, and the voice on the end sounds vaguely amused.]

"It's a pleasure to meet you. I'll alert the young master that you're calling. While we wait for him, may I ask what sort of skills you have, or departments that you're interested in working with?

May 15th - Text to Kimi

[unlucky7]

[A text comes in the early evening, after everyone's back from the activities of the day.]

Mind if I come over?

Actually, scratch that. If you're free, come to my place?

[chibisu]

I thought I would have to wait a lot longer to get free reign on coming over!
★>d(,,･ε´-,,)⌒☆
But I'll be there in a heartbeat

[True enough, while it takes some minutes to clear a few things over and then to make it through the large building which serves as the sleeping quarters for all of Ebisu's shinki, soon enough there's a knock at her door.]