The Canaan Dog scrunched her muzzle at his response. "Oh, yeah, real mature." Denarii growled quietly. "Well fine, you can be as childish as you like, just listen to me at least for a second. I know Noxion is learning quickly, and if you put him up against a regular walker, there's no doubt in my mind he could take it. But this isn't a regular walker we're talking about, here!" She yipped, trying to keep her tone low to avoid Noxion hearing. Letting out a sigh, she glanced over at the yearling. "I know, kid, but, I just don't think something like this should be your first fight. I mean, even one of us grown ups couldn't take that thing on our own." She flattened her ears. "Please try to understand, Noxion. I just don't want to see you get hurt."