"So that's how it is. Has Naruto already started consciously planning for the bigger picture..."
Shikaku's expression grew thoughtful. As he looked at Shikamaru, his face held a trace of gratification mixed with a hint of irritation.
What gratified him was that the kid had finally wised up and was figuring out a way to board Naruto's fast train; what irritated him was that, clearly, his own son was exceptional enough, yet could only settle for the role of a tactician—something he found deeply regrettable.
Chapter 210