The Lion Guard: Heartwarming Compassion

It was a peaceful day in the Pridelands.

The Lion Guard was patrolling Urembo Meadows.

“How's Mari? Fuli asked.

"She's fine." Kion answered.

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.

"Great job, Ono." Beshte said.

Kion cleared his throat.

“I need to go. Zuri wants to see me.” Kion said.

Fuli’s expression softened.

“Have a good time.” Fuli said.

Kion turned, and bounded off.

When he reached Pride Rock, he saw Zuri settled down outside the den.

Kion padded forward, and stretched to nuzzle Zuri’s cheek.

“Hi Zuri.” Kion said.

Zuri’s expression softened.

“Hi Kion.” Zuri said.

Kion crawled into Zuri’s paws, and nestled against her.

Zuri rubbed a paw against Kion’s cheek.

“Did you have a good patrol?” Zuri asked.

Kion nodded.

“How are you feeling?” Kion asked.

Zuri sighed.

“I’m trying, Kion. It’s so hard.” Zuri said.

Kion’s expression softened.

“It’s okay, you’re doing fine.” Kion said gently.

Zuri bent her head, and nuzzled Kion’s cheek.

“I love you, my darling.” Zuri said.

“I love you too.” Kion said.

He pressed himself against Zuri’s pelt.

“I’m really proud of you.” Kion said.

“Thank you, sweetheart.” Zuri said.

Meanwhile, Simba and Nala had met up at the Meadow.

They were settled down underneath the baobab tree.

"How was the hunt?" Simba asked.

"It was fine." Nala answered.

She leaned over, and nuzzled Simba’s cheek.

“I love you, my darling.” Nala said.

Simba’s expression softened.

“I love you too.” Simba said warmly.

He extended a paw, and Nala nestled against him.