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From: the.cheapest.drugstore.in.town

To: Konoha Residents

Subject: Flyer Error

Attachment(s): announcement.doc

Dear Residents of Konoha,

I, Matsumoto, the owner of THE CHEAPEST DRUGSTORE IN TOWN!, wish to inform you of an error made on the most recent fliers; I apologize for any inconvenience this error may have caused.

The flier stated that NIN! brand green ninja turtle always-youthful long-lasting extra-shine shampoo and conditioner will be on sale starting tomorrow.

This, unfortunately, will no longer be true. We no longer carry that product.

In fact, the entire NIN! brand hair care line will no longer be available at THE CHEAPEAST DRUGSTORE IN TOWN!. Or any other drugstore, for that matter. I have just received an announcement from the manufacturer of the NIN! brand hair care line, which informed me that the company will no longer be in production due to the unfortunate assassination of their CEO. I have attached a copy of the announcement if you wish to verify for yourselves. I know how paranoid and into conspiracy theories some of you ninja are.

I am deeply sorry for any inconveniences this may have caused; alas there is nothing I can do about it.

Sincerely Yours,

Matsumoto

P.S., Starting Monday, Ouch brand bandages will be on sale! Get an extra 10 off for purchases over $40!

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To: sexy.green.beast

From: jr.green.beast

Subject: Fw: Flyer Error

Dear, dear Gai-sensei,

Behold the Tragedy! Our beloved, loyal NIN! brand green ninja turtle always-youthful long-lasting extra-shine hair products will no longer be sold! Anywhere! WHAT ARE WE GOING TO DO?!

With all the YOUTHFUL LOVE and SINCERITY,

Your loyal student Lee

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To: jr.green.beast

From: sexy.green.beast

Subject: Tragedy!

Dear, dear student Lee,

I fully understand your plight! After all, I suffer the same! But never fear! Consider this training in looking good without the appropriate tools! After all, even though we've managed so far, we can't guarantee that we will always have access to the best hair care products while out on a mission! Imagine, Lee! To be out in the blessed nature for months without human contact! IMPROVISE, Lee! Surprise the WORLD with your RESOURCEFULNESS and INNOVATIVE MIND! And never fear, I will be at your side all the way! In fact, I, too, will be trying to solve the problem in my own way!

With all the YOUTHFUL ENERGY and VITALITY,

Your Gai-sensei

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From: sea.dolphin

To: godaime

Subject: The end of the world?

Dear Tsunade-sama,

I have reason to fear that something very bad is about to happen. Gai-sensei and his student Rock Lee (a.k.a. mini-Gai) are acting strange. As in, strange even for them. They are depressed, Tsunade-sama. Gai and Lee depressed. Their hair no longer has the "nin" shine, they have stopped posing, and even their smiles are less blinding than usual. Just yesterday, Kakashi-san challenged Gai to a match, and Gai-sensei refused on the grounds that he was not feeling well. Gai! Not since the attack of the Kyuubi and the massacre of the Uchiha clan has Konoha seen such unorthodox behaviour. Do you see the urgency of the situation now, Tsunade-sama?

Sincerely worried,

Iruka-sensei


Zookeeper: Wow! Thanks for all the reviews for last chapter! And there's going to be a second part to this Gai haircare disaster. Stay Tuned.

Also, R E C E P T O R, I haven't forgotten about your idea! I'm just looking for the appropriate place to put it in.