You’re walking through the village after a mission, coming back with your team. Someone compliments you on your skills, some team mate of the village. Shikamaru freezes slightly, letting out a quiet sigh. His eyes analyze the situation, but he doesn’t speak yet.

Laughing along with this comrade, he made a sound ‘tch’ and muttered while lighting a cigarette « Don’t let them distract you, focus. »