Chapter 6: The Light Orb and the Bodhi Seed
"The categorization into standard and emergency types... Very logical. Are you saying this was all Garou's idea?"
The Third Hokage set the report down, his expression unreadable but tinged with surprise.
"Yes, Lord Third," Kitayama nodded. "The rest of us merely assisted."
"He came up with the classification system himself. Standard types are for regular missions, boosting stamina and energy steadily. Emergency types are more for high-intensity combat, rapid recovery and some satiety, but they're easier on the body."
"Implement it immediately," the Third Hokage exhaled slowly, a rare smile forming beneath his pipe.
Kitayama bowed respectfully and took her leave.
A moment later, a figure shimmered into existence beside the desk.
"Kakashi," the Third Hokage said without looking up, "what's your opinion?"
"Of the boy, or the report?" Kakashi asked, raising his eye from the novel in his hand.
"Both," Hiruzen replied, smoke curling around his face, shadowing his expression.
Kakashi pondered for a moment. "Not mastering nature transformation doesn't mean much at this age. As for the rations, categorizing them does make sense. It could cut operational costs by a third or more. That level of innovation... is impressive."