Entering the beginning of winter, Team 7 under Kakashi's leadership went on a mission to one of the cliffs connecting two villages to watch for incoming bandits. Naruto and Sasuke went ahead because they were always competing, and left Sakura and Kakashi far behind.

"Sakura-Chan, just say if it's too cold"

Kakashi said while fixing the scarf that Sakura was wearing, then patted her head gently.