The Lion Guard: A Heartwarming Bond

It was a peaceful day in the Pridelands.

The Lion Guard was patrolling Hapuna Valley.

"How's Maple?" Bunga 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 said.

Kion cleared his throat.

“I have to go. Kiara wants to see me.” He said.

Fuli nodded.

“Have a good time.” Fuli said.

Kion turned, and bounded off.

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

He padded forward, and stretched to nuzzle Kiara’s cheek.

“Hi Kiara.” Kion said.

Kiara’s expression softened.

“Hi Kion.” Kiara said warmly.

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

“How was the hunt?” He asked.

“It was fine.” Kiara said.

Kiara rubbed a paw against his cheek.

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

Kion nodded.

He pressed himself against Kiara’s pelt.

“I love you.” Kion said.

“I love you too.” Kiara answered.

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

She was helping him count juniper berries.

“How’s Makini?” Nita asked.

“She is fine.” Rafiki answered.

Nita moved closer, and nestled against Rafiki’s side.

“I love you.” Nita said.

“I love you too.” Rafiki answered.