Answer:
No
Explanation:
If that junior is skillfull and gifted(talented) then maybe that is the reason why he has the attitude and being protected. If you're a junior be humble and favoritism is also the cause in this matter if you have the potential be humble and just focus in your passion don't degrade others to make you feel proud. I don't know the real reason and that's the loophole in your question it depends on the situation noone is perfect.
