The Lion Guard: Protecting Hodari

It was a beautiful day in the Pridelands.

The Lion Guard was patrolling Ndefu Grove.

"How's Ameba?" 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.

"Helga's Group is attacking Hodari." He said.

Kion and Fuli exchanged a glance.

"Where are they?" Fuli asked.

"They’re at the Water Hole." Ono answered.

"Come on, Lion Guard." Kion said.

He led the way to the Water Hole.

When they arrived, Kion bounded forward.

"Leave him alone, Helga!" He called.

Helga chuckled.

"He’s just a gecko.” She said.

Kion glanced at Fuli.

Fuli nodded, and moved forward.

She led Hodari towards Beshte.

Kion unsheathed his claws, and sank them into the earth underneath him.

He braced himself, and performed the Roar.

It sent Helga's Group toppling backwards.

Kion watched them slither towards the border.

He glanced at Hodari.

"Are you okay?" Kion asked.

Hodari nodded.

"Thanks, Lion Guard." Hodari said.

"You're welcome." Bunga said.

Beshte cleared his throat.

"If you'd like, I'll take you home." Beshte said.

"Okay." Hodari answered.

Beshte knelt down, and Fuli helped Hodari climb onto his back.

Kion watched as Beshte began to head towards Hapuna Valley.

He felt Fuli press her muzzle against his cheek.

"Can I visit Mari?" Fuli asked.

Kion nodded.

They bade goodbye to Ono and Bunga, and headed towards Pride Rock.

When they arrived, Mari rushed to greet them.

"Hi" Mari said brightly.

Fuli's expression softened.

"Hi Mari." She said warmly.

She knelt down, and nuzzled Mari's cheek.

"I'm glad you're both here." Mari said.

“We’re glad too.” Fuli purred.

Kion moved forward, and knelt to nuzzle Mari’s cheek.

"Are you having a good day?" He asked.

Mari nodded.

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, Simba." Nala said.

"I love you too" Simba purred.