Aaron couldn’t help but chuckle at Leo’s indignation. Their relationship had been one of mutual pestering for years, and it wasn’t changing with maturity. Adrienne seemed to like Leo enough, but remarked that she didn’t even know his name yet.

Aaron straightened immediately, running a hand through his hair and clearing his throat. “Oh, excuse me, how rude of me…” He offered a hand, ever the perfect gentleman. “I’m Aaron. Aaron Maevyn, medical student, to be exact. Pleased to make your acquaintance.” He smiled. 

Leo seemed crestfallen when Adrienne stopped petting him, glaring in his direction as if it was his fault. “Oh, you’ll get over it,” he said smugly, under the guise of helpfulness. “Maybe try crawling up her dress next time, eh?” He stifled a laugh. He’d regret this later. He had a feeling he’d return to a torn-up garden or smeared spellbook pages. 

Just then, another student came up, warning them that the professor might see Leo any moment. Of course, Aaron wasn’t too concerned, but he figured it was best to be on the safe side. “Of course, thank you.” He nodded, and all too soon the stranger was gone again. 

As it turned out, Adrienne [i]was[/i] headed to the library. “Oh, well we’d best be off then!” He clapped, and gestured toward the exit, motioning for Adrienne to take the lead. While her back was turned, he looked around hurriedly and plucked a small handful of cotton candy from a container in his bag. Quickly, he stooped to give it to Leo, muttering, “There, happy now? And don’t give me that look.” He did not expect Leo to oblige.