Hashirama Breaks Through
Then he shook his head. He didn't think there was anything wrong with what he'd said. His Grandmaster was so powerful that even he, the one hailed as Konoha's greatest genius, had no confidence he could surpass him.
Let alone Obito.
Of course, Kakashi didn't consider himself the greatest genius.
"Forget it. I'm going home to rest. I still have to train tomorrow."
It was a rare day off, and Kakashi could use the chance to relax.
As soon as he left the Trial Tower, he saw a green-clad figure about to head off.
Kakashi immediately slowed his pace, preparing to slip away unnoticed.
But Might Guy still stopped him.
"Kakashi! It's been so long since I've seen you, my rival!"
"Guy. It really has been a while."
Kakashi looked exasperated. How was this guy's reflexes so sharp?
"What rating did you get in the preliminary trial? I worked hard for ages and finally got an S-minus! It's the best gift youth has ever given me!"
Might Guy beamed, his eyes full of pride.
"S-plus."
Kakashi's casual reply left Might Guy frozen on the spot.
He'd heard that the preliminary trial's rating affected some very important rewards.
That was why Might Guy had taken the battle so seriously.
He'd put in a tremendous effort to defeat his opponent perfectly, earning an S-minus rating and a very useful item.
He hadn't expected Kakashi to get an S-plus!
Defeated once again, Might Guy still didn't lose heart. "Just as I'd expect of you, my rival! I'll work hard and beat you next time!"
"Burn bright, my youth!"
Then he ran off on his own, shouting at the top of his lungs and drawing stares from everyone around him.
Kakashi felt self-conscious too, and quickly ducked into an alley and