The Lion Guard: Ma's Affection

It was a beautiful day in the Pridelands.

The Lion Guard was patrolling Chakula Plains.

"What's Mari doing today?" Fuli asked.

"She's with Ma and Nita." Kion said.

Kion glanced at Ono.

Ono nodded, and took to the sky.

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

"All clear, Kion." Ono said.

"Thanks, Ono." Beshte said warmly.

Meanwhile, Ma had met up with Nita and Mari inside Kora and Vitani's cave.

They were settled down amongst the moss.

"Did you like Hakuna Matata?" Nita asked.

Ma nodded.

"It was a wonderful home, but I'm glad to be here with all of you." Ma said.

"We're glad too." Mari said.

Nita nodded.

"We love you, Ma." She said.

"I love you too." Ma answered.

Nita leaned down, and nuzzled Ma's cheek.

"I need to ask you something." She said.

"You can ask me anything" Ma said.

"Are you proud of me?" Nita asked.

Ma's expression softened.

"I am proud of all of you." She said warmly.

"Even me?" Mari asked.

Ma nodded.

"Of course, Mari." She 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.

She leaned over, and nuzzled Simba's cheek.

"I love you." Nala said.

Simba's expression softened.

"I love you too." He answered.