The Lion Guard: Simba's Affection

It was a peaceful day in The Pridelands.

The Lion Guard was doing a patrol in Hapuna Valley.

"How's Mari?" Fuli asked.

"She's been asking to see you" Kion answered.

"Tell her I'll come soon" Fuli said warmly.

Kion nodded.

He glanced at Ono.

Ono nodded, and took to the sky.

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

"Everything's all clear" Ono said.

Kion unsheathed his claws.

"Dad wants to spend time with me" he said.

Fuli nodded.

"Give Mari a nuzzle from me" she said fondly.

"I will" Kion said.

He bade goodbye to the others, and headed for the Meadow.

When Kion reached the Meadow, he found Simba waiting underneath the baobab tree.

Kion bounded up to him excitingly.

"Hi Dad" he said.

Simba's expression softened, and he bent down to nuzzle Kion's cheek.

"Hi Kion" he said.

Kion crawled into Simba's paws.

"How was your patrol?" Simba asked.

"It was fine" Kion answered.

Simba rubbed his paw against Kion's cheek.

"I love you." Simba said.

Kion pressed himself against Simba's pelt.

"I love you, Dad" Kion said.

"I am very proud of you, Kion" Simba continued.

"Thanks Dad" Kion said.

Simba glanced up.

"Mari's been asking for you" he said.

Kion's expression softened.

"Can we go home?" He asked.

Simba nodded.

He stood up, and led Kion back to Pride Rock.

When they reached Pride Rock, Mari rushed out to greet them.

Simba chuckled as Mari bowled Kion over.

Kion stood up, and gently nudged Mari's cheek.

"How are you?" He asked.

"I'm fine" Mari answered.

Simba cleared his throat.

"Hello, darling" he said warmly.

"Hi Papa" Mari said.