So, this is a quick chapter for my Naruto story, but never fear. I am posting the second today because they fit together perfectly. I hope to update monthly, at least, but I cannot guarantee it. I promise to try my best.

As always, I hope you enjoy it. Please review.

Genma was moving that damn needle back and forth in his mouth again. Hayate could think of a few things that his friend's mouth could be better suited for. They were waiting for Kakashi to show up for their now weekly meetings with Lord Hokage. Hayate glanced at the old man. Few people knew why Kakashi was always late. Lord Hokage, of course, didn't bother with trying to get him to change. The newer Chunin were obviously getting tired of his tardiness, though.

"He's later than usual." Genma muttered to Hayate.

"Yeah, I've noticed."

"What do you think is going on?"

"I wouldn't know, but if he doesn't come in soon Lord Hokage may send someone after him."

Before Genma could say anything Kakashi walked in. "Sorry everyone." He chose not to go with one of his usual excuses and got in line with Gai and Asuma.

"Well, as you all know, the Chunin exams will be held in Konoha this year. I need volunteers to serve as proctors for the exams. For those of you who have genin teams-you have one month to decide if your teams are ready for the exams." Sarutobi took a moment to read a few of the notes in front of him. "We have been given another list of A and S ranked missions. Jounin who are not on current assignments or working with genin need to report to the council room once we are done which will be now if no one has anything else to add."

The Hokage waited for the others to speak and dismissed them when nobody did. Hayate, Genma, Kurenai, Kakashi, Gai and Asuma stayed behind.

"So, what's your excuse this time?" Asuma asked Kakashi as he lit his cigarette.

Kakashi closed his eye and sighed. "The usual, except that I also decided to stop by Naruto's house to see if he needed anything and he was completely out of food."

"Do you go grocery shopping for your other orphan?"

Kakashi glanced at Genma. "Sasuke is smart enough to know that he needs more than instant ramen to survive."

The Hokage started laughing. "Yes, that boy does seem to love ramen more than anything." He stopped laughing and smirked at Kakashi. "You have quite the handful with your team, don't you?"

"They certainly keep things interesting, sir."

"How would you like to add one more person to your team?"

They all looked at their leader with great curiosity. "What are you talking about, old man?" Asuma asked his father he finished off his smoke.

"I received word from the Onyx Village in the land of Stones. The village leader's granddaughter has inherited the kekkei genkai of her family. They are not a ninja village and they have not had any members of their family gain their abilities in three generations. They are not equipped to help her."

"The Onyx Village? Isn't that where the Kaminari clan is? Don't tell me it's them." Kurenai gasped when the Hokage nodded.

"Nikko Kaminari will be arriving in the village in a few days. I hope, Kakashi, that you will take her under your wing."

Kakashi thought for a moment. Lord Hokage was, as always, correct in his decision. Kakashi could copy any jutsu with his sharingan eye. His eye made him the ideal tutor for the girl. "Of course, sir. I'll be sure to inform Sakura, Sasuke, and Naruto about their new team mate."