The Lion Guard: Kion's Gratitude

It was a beautiful day in the Pridelands.

The Lion Guard was patrolling Ndefu Grove.

"Nita met Rafiki's niece, Makini" Kion said.

"Does she like her?"' Fuli asked.

Kion nodded.

He glanced at Ono.

Ono nodded, and took to the sky.

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

"All clear" he said.

"Thanks Ono"' Fuli said warmly.

Kion rubbed his muzzle against her cheek.

"I have to go. Mom and Dad want to spend time with me" he said.

Fuli nodded.

"Have a good time" she said.

"I will" Kion said.

He turned, and bounded off.

When Kion reached the Meadow, he saw Simba and Nala settled underneath the baobab tree.

He padded up to them.

"Hi" Kion said.

Simba and Nala exchanged a warm glance.

"Hi, son" Simba purred.

Kion crawled into his paws.

Nala leaned over, and nuzzled his cheek.

"Did you have a good patrol?" She asked.

Kion nodded.

"Did you have a good hunt?" He asked.

Nala nodded.

She watched Kion nestle against Simba.

"I love you both. I'm grateful for the support that you've given me" Kion said.

Simba's expression softened, and rubbed a paw against Kion's cheek.

"We love you too" he said.

"We're very proud of you" Nala added.

Meanwhile, Nita had ventured to Rafiki's Tree.

She was helping him sort borage leaves.

"Makini's really nice" Nita said.

Rafiki nodded.

"She is a precious child" he said.

"Can Mari meet her?" Nita asked.

Rafiki nodded.

"If your parents don't have objections" he said.