Mini Chapter - NOOO! I DON'T WANT A PROMOTION! THAT MEANS WORK!

Hokage's POV

I sit quietly listening as Kakashi and Lucas give a detailed report on the mission in the Land of Waves. My jaw drops when they get to the part where Kakashi was killed by the late Demon of the mist.

"Hmm. I see." I say while deep in thought, "Lucas Namikaze I herby promote you to the level of Special Jounin Of Konohagakure with immediate effect. You are hear by appointed Special Jounin Instructor for all Genin Teams as well as assistant instructor for the upcoming Chunin Promotion exams."

"What!? You can't be serious! I don't wanna be a Jounin yet!" Lucas moans with a annoyed look plastered on his face, "I'm still 13 I don't wanna be responsible for people's lives!"

Both myself and Kakashi sweat drop as Lucas sits and pouts in the middle of the room.

"Tough Lucas, You are a Jounin now and you will be responsible for the lives of your team mates as well as for the lives of the students taking part in the Chunin Examinations!" I say seriously, "Now your both excused and Team 7 have the rest of today and tomorrow off duty."

"Hai Lord Hokage" They say simultaneously before disappearing in puffs of smoke.

"You are a true hero of this village Lucas, and one day you will understand why the people accept you and not your brother." I murmur quietly to myself as I stand and look out at the Village I have served all my life, "When that day comes I can only pray you will forgive us for the pain it will cause you and your dearest friends. I am truly sorry for the burden I have cursed you with."