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As Shinryu looked over his bags, he noticed that there were only 5 bags filled to the brim with various groceries. Putting all of the stuff he received from the Raikage except for the map into one of the bags, Shinryu picked up the bags. "A little heavy aren't they?" Shinryu thought to himself as he almost lost his balance from the unequal weight on both arms. "Well, don't worry Lady Raikage; I'll make sure that these bags get delivered ASAP!" Shinryu said to the Raikage as he bowed to her and left the office. When Shinryu exited the Raikage Tower, he quickly found a bench that was a few meters from where he was standing. Shinryu walked over to the bench, laid the items on the bench, and took a look at the map. As he glanced over the map, he used the map key to pinpoint his location. When he found his location, he took out a marker from his pocket and marked it with a circle. When he found the Retirement Home, Shinryu marked it with an 'X' and drew 3 lines indicating his options for getting there. "I'll use this route" Shinryu said as he highlighted the middle path. "It'll take 20 minutes, but I can use a walk" Shinryu said as he picked up his bags and started along his path.

During his walk, he noticed the peaceful atmosphere the hidden village gave off, as well as the beautiful designs on some of the buildings. When he finally arrived at the Retirement home, he went to the receptionist's desk at the left of the doors. "I'm looking for Kin Kotashi; I'm here to give him his groceries." Shinryu told the lady sitting at the desk. "Okay, he's to the right of this desk, in the main lobby with the other elderly people" the lady answered. Shinryu thanked the lady and proceeded to the main lobby. When he arrived a minute later, Shinryu saw a lot of elderly people sitting by tables. Shinryu also noticed that each person had a number next to where they were sitting. Shinryu looked at the bag one more time and found the person with the matching number sitting at the far right of the lobby. Shinryu took out the picture and quickly confirmed that he was the same man he was going to help today. Shinryu went over to the man and introduced himself.

“Well, the Genin sure are getting young this time around” the man laughed. “How’s it going young lad, my name is Kin Kotashi, but you can call me Kin” Kin told Shinryu. “It’s a pleasure to meet you, Kin-Sama” Shinryu replied. The man named Kin Kotashi was a man who was about 5’3” and looked like he was almost 150lbs. For an old man, he was a little muscular, and his face gave of a look of wisdom on his part. “Well, you must be tired after that long walk, so let’s get this thing over with” Kin said as he reached for the bags. “I would like to help you store these groceries” Shinryu quickly said to Kin “Besides; I need to make a quick rundown of the items to make sure nothing is missing.” “Thank God for people like you who actually help others out. Usually it takes me a few minutes to get it done by myself, but I guess you can help me out.” Kin said to Shinryu as he patted him on the back. Shinryu scratched his head “Well it should be normal for people to help others in need.” he said as Kin headed towards a hallway that was near his table. Shinryu followed after him, and after 5 minutes, they arrived at his door. “Well, here we are.” Kin said as he opened the door to his apartment. Shinryu looked around and saw an average living room with an old antique radio next to the windows on the north side of the living room, a TV on the northwest corner of the living room, a rocking chair sitting between the TV and the radio, and a few antiques on the walls. The kitchen was on the south side of the living room, complete with a microwave and dishwasher.

As Shinryu placed the bags on the counter, he took out the list of groceries and checked each one of the groceries as he took them out of the bags. “Alright, everything’s here.” Shinryu said as he finished placing the last item on the counter. As put away some of the items, Shinryu listened to Kin so that he could place them at the right places. When he was finally done, Shinryu felt something cold on his neck. As he quickly turned around, Shinryu almost knocked Kin on the ground. “It’s just a cool glass of lemonade. I didn’t mean to startle you!” Kin said as he stepped back in time. Shinryu noticed this and asked “You aren’t a normal old man aren’t you? Otherwise, you would be flat on your back by now.” I was a ninja of the Grass Village back in my days. I could tell you about it, but that’s for another time. That is if you do return.” “Of course, I’ll comeback some day; maybe even next week if I can get the Raikage’s and Hokage’s permission.” Shinryu told kin proudly. “Well, I got to go; I hope to see you next week” Shinryu said as he headed out Kin’s apartment. “Don’t forget to train! You’ll make an excellent shinobi one day!” Kin shouted to Shinryu as he walked down the hallway. “Don’t worry; I’ll do my absolute best!” Shinryu said as he walked out the retirement home. With the weight of the bags gone from his arms, Shinryu headed for Raikage Tower jumping from rooftop to rooftop. When he arrived at said tower, he quickly walked up the stairs and down the hallway to the Raikage’s office; ready to report how his mission went.

Jordan inspects the map looking for a long route so he can fit some jogging in for training. After 23 minutes of walking and jogging, he looks at the map."Okay",he said,"If I keep moving forward I should be there in-" BUMP! Jordan bumped into the door of the Retirement Home. "What the?" He said."Oh, I'm here!"
He opened the door and walked up to the receptionist. " Excuse me, where could I find Sunaomi? I have his groceries."
"I can see that," said the receptionist staring at the giant grocery bags, stretched on his back, "He's in Room 327 on the third floor."
" By any chance, is there a elevator?" Jordan asked.
"Nope, all stairs" the receptionist replied.
"Dang" Jordan muttered.
After an hour and half of lugging bags up three flights of stairs, he approached the door of Room 327.
KNOCK KNOCK!
"Who's there?" an old voice asked.
"Jordan Kazan of the Leaf village. I've come to delivers your groceries."Jordan
said.
"Jordan Kazan of the Leaf village. I've come to delivers your groceries who? the voice replied.
"What?" Jordan asked.
" I don't get it." The old voice muttered.
"What are you talking about?" Jordan asked again
"Just kidding son, come on in!" The old man said opening the door.
Jordan walked in with the bags.
"Thank you son" Sunaomi said," I couldn't carry this all by myself."
"But weren't you a taijutsu master." Jordan asked
"Yeah but those days are behind me. " Sunaomi answered. "Well just plop those groceries down there and be on your way."
"Ok "Jordan said dropping the groceries lightly on the ground.
" Bye" Sunaomi waved.
"See ya" Jordan replied.
Now to report to Lady Hokage.

Emberlynn exited the Kage building and took a minute to study the map. Her training made it possible for her to navigate easily. Tucking the map away, she adjusted the bags in her arms and jumped onto the buildings once again.
It only took her a few minutes to find the retirment home. By passing the office area, she squated on the roof's edge and studied the seniors below. Emberlynn never was much of a people person. All the children her age had been below her level in training. And everyone her level was well above her age. The girl had learned to function on her own without help from a living being.
Spotting her target... her mission objective, Emberlynn gathered up the bags and dropped into the open area. Darting around other old people, she made her way to the edge were two men were playing Shogi. Her objective moved a piece and smirked at his opponent.
"Well I'll be Yuudai, you beat me again."
Yuudai only waved his beaten opponent away and turned to the approaching girl with one arched white eyebrow.
"Yuudai-sama?" Emberlynn asked.
The man nodded. "I am Yuudai. Who are you and what do you want? A game of Shogi perhaps? Teach a youngin like yourself a thing or two?"
"I'm Emberlynn. A Genin of the hidden Sand Village. I've come to deliver your groceries Yuudai-sama." Emberlynn spoke clearly. She didn't know how to play Shogi. Even if there had been time for games in her childhood, it wouldn't have been Shogi. Her father was Japanese-American. He would have played chess or battleship, not shogi.
Yuudai nodded and stood slowly, his bones creaking and poping as he did. Emberlynn waited patiently as he stood and began to walk towards the apartments.
"This way."
Several floors and an hour later, Emberlynn had gained access to his apartment and put away his groceries.
"I'm guessing you'll want a tip. That's all you youngsters care about now. Money."
Emberlynn shook her head and waved the money away. "No thankyou. Well goodbye Yuudai-sama."