The Lion Guard: Grandfatherly Support

It was a peaceful day in the Pridelands.

The Lion Guard was patrolling Ukuni Woods.

"How's Raksha?" Kion asked.

"She's fine." Fuli 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.

"Thanks, Ono." Beshte answered.

Kion pressed his muzzle against Fuli's cheek.

"I love you." Kion said.

Fuli's expression softened.

"I love you too." Fuli answered.

Meanwhile, Nita had met up with Rafiki at his tree.

She was helping him count juniper berries.

"I want to talk to Grandpa." Nita said.

Rafiki glanced up.

"Go ahead." Rafiki said.

Nita cleared her throat.

"Grandpa, I want to talk to you!" She called.

She and Rafiki shivered as Mufasa's spirit embraced them.

"Is something troubling you?" Mufasa asked.

"I want to ask you something." Nita said.

"You can ask me anything." Mufasa said.

Nita felt Rafiki move to stand beside her.

"Do I still have your support?" She asked.

Mufasa's expression softened.

"You always will." He said.

"I love you, Grandpa." Nita said.

"I love you too." Mufasa answered.

Nita watched Mufasa's spirit fade away.

She leaned against Rafiki's side.

“I love you, Rafiki.” Nita said quietly.

“I love you too.” Rafiki answered.

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.