I planted a sacred tree in Tokyo.

Chapter 330 God Ebisu
"mascot?"

As the leader of the extraordinary forces in the island nation, Director Zhuya immediately thought of a name.

"Ebisu-no-Kami?"

"Exactly,"

Yu's gaze pierced through the thick one-way glass curtain wall and landed on the two young people in the room.

"Blessed by immortality, these two are truly lucky."

The island nation claims to have eight million gods. Not to mention people from other countries, even those in the island nation itself who study mythology and history find it difficult to say exactly how many there are: because almost every place has its own 'gods' to worship.

The exact number of these deities—whether they are demons, monsters, or righteous gods—is a complete mystery.

However, the status of the Takamagahara deities, headed by the "Three Noble Children," is unshakeable: because the island nation's imperial family is the grandson of Amaterasu, and historically, most of the powerful and noble people have blood ties with the imperial family.

To be honest, the first child of the creator gods Izanagi and Izanami should have been the lord of Takamagahara.

He is—

Ebisu!

Legend has it that two gods descended to earth and stirred the sea with the divine weapon 'Heavenly Spear', which transformed into islands, the original land of the island nation.

Izanagi and his sister settled on this island, erected the Heavenly Pillar, and built the Eight-Fold Palace.

They agreed to circle the Heavenly Pillar once as a marriage vow, and together they gave birth to many gods.

The two walked around the 'Heavenly Pillar' once, and when they met again, the younger sister, Izanami, exclaimed, "Oh, what a fine man!" Izanagi quickly replied, "Oh, what a fine woman!" Then, as if noticing something, Izanagi said to his sister, "It's bad luck for the woman to speak first!"

Sure enough, their first child was a 'water nephew'.

In other words, it means that the bones are not fully developed, and the appearance is constantly changing.

The two gods put it in a reed boat and let it float away with the current, not counting it as one of their children.

Left with no other choice, the two gods renewed their 'marriage vows'; this time, Izanagi spoke first, professing his love for Izanagi.

Then, the powers of the two gods combined, giving birth to many islands and landmasses: Awaji, Shikoku, Oki, Kyushu, Tsushima, Ichiki, Sado, Honshu—thus, the island nation was formed.

The first child, who was exiled to the sea, did not disappear.

He floats on the sea, and all things that drift on the sea are under His jurisdiction: rising whales, shoals of sharks, dolphins that can leap across the sea, driftwood that drifts from who knows where, and even floating corpses that drift to the shore after a shipwreck.
These things are called 'Ebisu' in island nations, which means 'unknown objects that drift downstream'.

Therefore, this nameless 'Ebisu God' became the guardian deity of the island nation's fishermen.

In modern times, ocean trade flourished, with countless ships traversing the seas.

Originally just a guardian deity for fishermen, Ebisu's authority expanded to include maritime trade, commerce, and wealth—ultimately becoming one of the most widely worshipped deities in the island nation.

The legendary 'Ebisu', who had no specific image, was transformed into a kind and approachable old man dressed in hunting robes and a tall black hat, resembling a court nobleman; holding a fat sea bream in one hand and a fishing rod in the other.

Thus, this god abandoned by Takamagahara became the famous 'God of Fortune': with money comes happiness, no problem.

"In terms of the number of believers, Fukujin and Inari are about the same."

Standing outside the heavily guarded laboratory, only Yu dared to comment on the secrets of the gods in such a tone.

Inari, the god of abundance, and Ebisu, the god of wealth, are worshipped throughout the island nation. They demonstrate to everyone that only when one is well-fed and wealthy can one pursue other things.

The god of love and marriage, Sugawara no Michizane, who excelled in literature, were both inferior to these two.

As for the Three Noble Sons—mere ordinary people—how dare they overstep their bounds and worship?

That was a place only royalty was qualified to visit.

Of course, Ebisu's followers were all 'general believers';
On the other hand, the gods in island nations are born gods and don't really care about 'faith'.

"The carp between their eyebrows is Ebisu's divine mark—obtaining this mark grants eternal youth; note that it does not increase lifespan."

In essence, it is: Yin Seal!

This is a medical sealing technique developed by Tsunade. It can regulate chakra to achieve instant healing, enhanced attack, and increased speed. Skilled users can also use the Hundred Healings Seal to achieve youthful appearance, improve physical function, and keep their body in its prime by using low-output and micro-adjustment of chakra.

The two were merely You's 'test subjects' and could not actively activate the Yin Seal; yet, even just the 'passive effect' was enough to make countless people drool.

"Since they are the ones blessed by the God of Fortune, there is no need to be too harsh on them."

"That's how it should be,"

After listening to You's explanation, Director Zhuya nodded.

Knowing that it was the work of a 'true god,' the Extraordinary Countermeasures Department naturally wouldn't make things difficult for the two of them.

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

"Mr. Takeo, we..."

"Don't be afraid, Minako; no matter what happens, we'll always be together."

Sitting in an empty, white room, the two young people, now young again, held each other's hands, anxiously awaiting the government's verdict.

The room was completely white, with nothing but the chairs the two were sitting in; it was just like a secret laboratory made entirely of metal, like those in science fiction TV shows. If they made any unusual moves, machine guns would immediately extend from the walls and start firing.
puff,

The heavy metal door slid open to the left and right, startling the two people who immediately turned to look.

"Mr. Takeo, Miss Minako."

A young policewoman with a bob haircut stepped in and extended her hand to the two men.

"Thank you for your cooperation. Please follow me, and I will see you off. This is my phone number. Please contact me immediately if you need anything."

"Can we go back now?!"

"Thank you, thank you, Section Chief Kawai."

The two young men and women were both surprised and delighted. The torture, experiments, and dissections they had expected did not occur, and they could go home just like that?
As for the policewoman with the bob haircut in front of us, she is a big shot in the government's extraordinary agency!

As people from an island nation, it's absolutely impossible for us not to recognize each other.

Kawai Mayi!

"certainly,"

"As long as it is determined that there are no remaining supernatural risks on you, the Supernatural Countermeasures Division will not arbitrarily imprison citizens of the island nation."

"However, your situation is somewhat special, so it's best to keep in touch with us at all times."

Even in this 'small situation', Kawai Mai is able to perform with ease.

"Yes, yes, yes,"

The two young men and women nodded vigorously.
Everyone has an innate fear of the government's violent institutions.

Regardless, let's get back to our familiar home first.

The matter has come to an end.

"Now, I'm going home to sleep."

Seeing You turn away without looking back, Director Zhuya asked curiously.

"Yu-kun, aren't you envious?"

This is how to stay young forever.
"Ha~~"

As the ink surged beneath her feet and drifted away, You waved her hand behind her.

"Instead of seeking blessings from the gods, I'd rather cultivate myself through hardship."

This answer was not unexpected. "That's definitely Yu-kun's personality,"

Director Zhuya nodded. Unfortunately, besides Youjun, how many people in the world are qualified to say such a thing?

Those big conglomerates must have already started making moves, right?
With Director Takeya in charge, the Metropolitan Police Department and the Extraordinary Countermeasures Division, while not entirely airtight, are certainly not going to dare to insult them; however, if coercion fails, bribery might be an option. Presumably, the information that Yu-kun has seen and confirmed as 'Blessing' will soon be on the desks of those powerful figures, right?

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

Sacred Tree District
"No aftereffects?!"

"Eternal youth, is that true?"

"Damn it, such a precious blessing, such a miraculous blessing."

Inside the main hall of an antique-style building, there were no lamps or candles; relying solely on the light cast by the thousand-meter-tall sacred tree, a dozen people whose faces were obscured knelt in the hall, their hushed voices filled with greed, anxiety, unease, and even anger.

In fact, the moment Yu left the Metropolitan Police Department, these powerful figures had already received the intelligence that 'blessings would not be hindered'.

Even police officers in the Metropolitan Police Department are human beings; they need to eat, and they also have family and friends.

After receiving this intelligence, these powerful figures who had gathered here in the middle of the night...

Their eyes gleamed, like hungry wolves.

"To make a sixty-year-old feel like a sixteen-year-old again."

"As expected of the God of Fortune, such divine power is truly awe-inspiring."

Someone spoke slowly, their words filled with envy—those in power desire 'immortality,' not 'eternal life'! Only a healthy body can squander their wealth; otherwise, what good are stunning beauties if you can't even get an erection?
Do you shed tears while staring at that empty space?

Now, examples of rejuvenation have emerged.

"What a lucky guy,"

I've lost count of how many people, how many times, have uttered these bitter, resentful remarks about those two.

"Everyone, this is a person blessed by the 'God of Fortune,' so don't lose your mind."

The person sitting at the head of the table spoke slowly, his voice steady and powerful.

The 'God of Fortune' just blessed these two people. If some guys cause trouble and anger the 'God of Fortune'—he can bestow blessings, but he can also punish them!
"No, no,"

"Anyone who dares to cause trouble will be punished by everyone here!"

The others echoed their sentiments, and they did indeed wish they could 'take their place'; but they hadn't lost their minds. Blessings weren't 'physical' things, so how could they be separated from those two?

If they dare to act recklessly, do they really think the 'God of Fortune' has no fighting power?

What a joke!
Lady Miketsu is also the 'Goddess of Abundance'.

Apart from suffering a loss at the hands of Abe no Seimei, which of his other extraordinary beings dared to act presumptuously in front of him?

Even the least skilled 'god' in combat is not someone mortals can underestimate; moreover, that 'god of fortune' was, after all, the first child of the creator god, so it's impossible to say he had no fighting ability.

I don’t even believe it!

"So, does anyone have any ideas?"

Some people look around and see that these top elites, hidden behind political parties, act as financial backers, hedging their bets and watching the situation unfold, and generally do not easily get involved.

It's not like America, where the eldest son was made the daughter's 'richest man'; they've already staked everything on the civil war, to the point of no return.

After the advent of the extraordinary era, through several major battles, the powerful and wealthy obtained a considerable number of extraordinary potions.

Now, they have transformed into the 'extraordinary elites' of the new era.

Even this precious sacred tree area has a place here.

But now, faced with the blessings of the 'God of Fortune,' even those who usually remain hidden behind the scenes can no longer sit still.

"Should we send people to search, or go ourselves?"

We can't expect the God of Fortune to come knocking on our door, can we?

In theory, these wealthy people should all be believers in the 'God of Fortune'; but the higher their position, the less faith they actually have—don't be fooled by their donations to this shrine or the gilding of that temple; it's just because that amount of money is insignificant to them.

Didn't they say that the gods wouldn't intervene unless half the population died?!
"The presence of the God of Fortune in the human world is a blessing for those who are destined to receive it."

The burly man at the head of the table spoke.
"If any of you have confidence in your own 'good fortune,' you may also go and seek it out. However—"

"You'd better tone down those methods you usually use!"

As he spoke, the burly man leaned forward slightly.

"Times have changed,"

"If someone offends the gods because of another person, you all know what will happen to them."

Even without divine intervention, the remaining powerful figures could make that person and his entire family suffer a fate worse than death, taking everyone without exception as atonement.

They were powerful and influential people, and although they were also extraordinary individuals, they were clearly not the kind of strongmen like Kafka, Shio, or Yagyu who would say "take my move, regardless of gods or ghosts"; their underhanded methods were destined to fail once exposed.

"nature,"

"Everyone knows their limits."

At this point in the discussion, everyone began to leave.

As for how to contact the 'God of Fortune' afterward? That depends on their own methods!

Even when the hope is extremely slim, these powerful and wealthy people will not give up; when there is no hope, they can still invest countless funds every year, let alone now.

"Ha, these cowardly bastards."

Most of the people had left when a middle-aged man with slicked-back hair and wearing a vest stood up and sneered.

He is the boss of the Nogi Group, the boss of Toja Oniohma and Takashi!

"Haha, Nogi-kun,"

"That's because we're not old enough."

The man at the head of the table also stood up. His casual suit was bulging with his muscles. In the past, he would have used the technology of "Nine Dragons Pulling the Coffin"; but in this era, he proudly said that his muscles were all naturally developed!
Well, actually it's because of the blessing of 'spiritual power'.

It was a certain big capitalist who claimed to have 'crossed paths' with Yu: Izumitsu Toyota.

"Many of these people were brilliant and powerful figures when we were young."

Unfortunately, as time goes by, heroes grow old and their spirits wane; the older they get in the martial world, the more timid they become, and now they've turned into a bunch of old fogies who only think about surviving.

"Let them be,"

"For you and me, getting stronger through exercise is the key."

"Don't let my role as the meeting chair fool you; I actually have a dream of fighting too."

"Yes Yes Yes,"

The head of the Nogi Group also felt quite troubled by the 'fighting dream' that this big capitalist kept talking about.

We've tasted enough; please take it away. (Waves hand)

He didn't have such a dream: although his ancestors were once distinguished warriors.

Hmm, it seems I should also spend more time learning from Wang Ma and the others?

Blessed by the God of Fortune.
How could something like this be obtained so easily?!
(End of this chapter)