But... But... This wasn't fair. Henric was the same age as her. Why did HE get to go and not her? You can't have chocolate in class, he says. You can't go out to the forbidden forest to attack spiders with your friends, he says. Well, WHAT could she do, Dakest? Apparently babysit. It was official AJ Valentine had been labeled a baby. Normally she would protest, but even though she REALLY wanted to go, she knew this wasn't the time or place. Not to mention having a tantrum about it wouldn't do a thing for her 'I'm a mature fifteen year old' stance she was attempting to make.

AJ blew out air. "Yes sir. I understand." Looking over the rescue group longingly she gave them all a farewell. "Kick some spider butt." You know, for her. The lion walked over to Adi and gave him a hug. "Be safe and bring back the others," she whispered in his ear before she let go.

Her eyes landed on Marsha. It looked like she was already pretty well taken care of with Lance and Dot. This was nothing against Marsha as AJ adored the younger lion. AJ was just mega bummed that her request had been denied. "I guess I'll go see what the others need me to do."

Dragging her feet along, she stopped before Airey and just behind Marsha. "Search and rescue reject here, sir." She caught some of what he was saying as she made her way over. AJ would be able to help Marsha. In fact she wasn't going to let the first year out of her sight.