Hana shook her head with a reassuring smile. "Nah. I know I'm a little behind the curve in terms of general fighting style. I've been much more focused on tracking and veterinary medicine the past few years. I'm not so insecure that I'd be bothered by the idea someone younger could teach me anything."

Shrugging, she added, "I knew I was much more likely to make tokubetsu jounin at the rate I was going. I'd like to at least try for full jounin first. Direction, plus recommendation of a teacher or training partner, is useful. It's what I hoped you'd offer." There was no point being less than forthright. Obito had been realistic without dismissing her chances, and she appreciated the help.