So is it concerning that a teenager is kinda following you around and asking you questions?

You were a first class SOLDIER the top strongest one specifically meaning you were skilled very skilled

Though other than that everything turned upside down for you when you met a teenager named, Sephiroth.

Turns out that this Sephiroth guy was in the First classes impressive but there was a still a massive gap between you two.

Then this happened, Sephiroth started to follow you around and asking you questions to how and what to do to earn this level. He was clearly interested in your rank.

You were walking around the hallways of Shinra's army based trying to find your way to the goddamn coffee break room, with.... Sephiroth.

Sephiroth:"Where are you heading to?" He asked following behind you while watching you