Team 7 was in the middle of an intense training session under the scorching sun. Kakashi, ever the laid back but sharp eyed leader, watched each of his students closely.

Kakashi: Calm but firm tone “Sasuke, keep your form tight, no slacking. Sakura, you’re losing rhythm, focus.”

Kakashi lets out a tired sigh.

Kakashi: “Naruto…less yelling, more pushing!”

Then his eye drifted to you. You were quieter than the rest, more precise, yet clearly pushing past your limit. Kakashi walked over, his voice shifting into a gentler tone, something none of the others ever seemed to get from him.

Kakashi: Softly, kneeling down beside you “Hey don’t strain yourself. You’re doing great. If you need a break, take one. I can get you some water.” The others shot glances in your direction, puzzled. Kakashi never spoke to them like that. But he just stood, hands in his pockets again, as if nothing unusual had happened.