The Lion Guard: A Special Kinship

It was a peaceful day in the Pridelands.

The Lion Guard was doing a patrol in Ndefu Grove.

"How's Mari?" Fuli asked.

"She wants you to visit her" Kion said.

Fuli's expression softened.

"Of course, there's nothing else I'd rather do" she said warmly.

Kion glanced at Ono.

Ono nodded and took to the sky.

He returned a moment later, and settled down on Beshte's back.

"It's all clear" Ono said.

"Thanks, Ono" Kion said warmly.

Meanwhile, Nita and Marigold had met up with Sarafina at The Meadow.

They were settled underneath the baobab tree.

"I'm glad we get to spend time with you, Nona" Nita said.

Sarafina purred, and bent to rub her cheek against Nita's.

"I am too" she said warmly.

Mari mewled and nestled closer to Sarafina's pelt.

"I'm tired, Nona" Mari said sleepily.

"You can sleep" Sarafina said.

Mari nodded, and snuggled deeper into Sarafina's pelt.

"She is such a wonderful child" Nita murmured.

Sarafina nodded in agreement.

Meanwhile, Simba and Nala had met up at Ukuni Woods.

They were settled underneath the baobab tree.

"How was the hunt?" Simba asked.

"It was fine" Nala answered.

She rubbed her muzzle against Simba's.

"How was your patrol?" She asked gently.

Simba sighed.

"It was stressful" he admitted.

Nala moved closer, and nestled against Simba's pelt.

Simba's expression softened, and he leaned into her embrace.

"I love you" he murmured.

"I love you too, I wish I could help" Nala said.

"You are helping. I need you" Simba assured.

"I know" Nala said quietly.

Meanwhile, Kovu and Kiara had met up inside the den.

They were settled down amongst the moss.

"Are you excited for Kupatana?" Kovu asked.

Kiara nodded.

"Kion wants to make the royal contribution this season." She said.

"What does he want to do?" Kovu asked.

"Give a speech" Kiara answered.

"That should be interesting" Kovu said.

"Yes, it should be" Kiara said.

She pressed herself against Kovu's pelt.