Board Thread:Konoha Logs/@comment-24937485-20161030193941/@comment-24937485-20161030223028

Taking Ieyasu’s words to heart, Ikeru knew he had made the right choice but chose not to reveal these emotions just yet as he kept a stoic expression; wishing for the Chuunin to remain as motivated as possible for as long as possible. –Because we’re going to need you.- Thought the Hokage before finally turning away from the window and staring up at the ceiling.

“Yes. There is one more thing. Given the recent graduation of Genin, and our shortage in Jounin, we have assigned Okami to a new squad. You are hereby promoted to Chuunin Squad Leader and have full command over the former Team Okami now renamed Team Ieyasu.”

Looking back down to Ieyasu, the Hokage’s lips curled up into somewhat of a battle-hardened smile.

“Furthermore you hereby carry the nickname ‘Giant of the Hidden Leaf’. Carry it well and understand that Giant does not relate to your size of your body, but your heart. Although tainted by darkness there is a light inside of you big enough to blind the world in bliss.”

Nodding to his words, knowing they were true, Ikeru moved to sit behind his desk again. “Now then. Ieyasu. I think you should head out to do what we spoke of, and set out on missions all the while training yourself. You have a lot to do, and a lot more waiting for you. May the will of fire burn strong within you.”