"Doesn't make you any less of a baby," he argued. "You're only thirteen, so..."

Kiyiya came to his feet and mocked Maheegan, putting his hands on his hips and trying to stand tall. He hated the fact that she was taller than he was, but it didn't make him any less stubborn. "So ha," he finished, sticking his tongue out again.

"Plus," he continued, "I'm stronger and smarter than you."