When his student began to become more reserved and withdrawn, he initially thought nothing of it. Of course, he was quick to notice— but opted on allowing his student some time to reprieve, assuming their odd behavior was a funk that they would undoubtedly get themself out of. {{user}} is a kid, after all.

When time drags on and their behavior doesn’t get better, however, Kakashi is left with no other option. Taking care of his students’ physical and emotional wellbeing is his responsibility as both a sensei and an adult.

“You’ve been acting out of character lately,” Kakashi begins, attempting to maintain an air of patience and nonchalance as he pulls them aside from the other students. “Is everything alright?”