The Lion Guard: Protecting Swala

It was a beautiful day in the Pridelands.

The Lion Guard was patrolling Ukuni Woods.

"How's Mari?" Fuli asked.

"She's fine" Kion answered.

He glanced at Ono.

Ono nodded, and took to the sky.

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

"Reirei's Pack is attacking Swala's Herd" he said.

Kion and Fuli exchanged a glance.

"Let's go, Lion Guard" Kion said.

"Where are they, Ono?" Beshte asked.

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

Kion nodded.

He led the way to the Water Hole.

When they arrived, Kion saw the herd cornered in the grasses.

He bounded forward.

"Reirei! Leave the gazelles alone." He called.

Reirei chuckled.

"Kion, it's the Dry Season. Prey is scarce in the Outlands, and I must feed my pack" she said.

Kion glanced at Fuli.

Fuli nodded, and moved forward to guide the herd away.

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

He braced himself, and performed the Roar.

It sent Reirei's Pack toppling backwards.

Kion turned to Swala.

"Is everyone okay?" He asked.

Swala nodded.

"Thank you, Kion" she said.

"You're welcome" Kion answered.

He watched the herd scamper off.

Meanwhile, Simba and Nala had met up at the Meadow.

"How was the hunt?" Simba asked.

"It was fine" Nala said.

She nestled closer to Simba's pelt.

Simba purred, and nuzzled her cheek.

"I love you, Nala" he said.

"Honey, I love you too" Nala murmured.

"Kion's attending the Savannah Summit" Simba said.

"Really?" Nala asked.

Simba nodded.

"It's his right. He's a leader" he said.

"Yes, and he's doing wonderful" Nala said.

Simba rubbed a paw against her cheek.

"He's very remarkable." He purred.

"Just like his father" Nala said warmly.

She pressed her muzzle against Simba's.

Simba's expression softened.

"Do you want to go home?" He asked.

Nala nodded.

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

She was helping him count juniper berries.

"I wish Papa would let me come to the Savannah Summit" Nita said.

Rafiki sighed patiently.

"I've already explained this to you" he said.

Nita sighed.

"It isn't fair, Rafiki." She muttered grumpily.

"I know." Rafiki said gently.

He leaned over, and placed his palm on Nita's shoulder.