The Lion Guard: Fuli's Love

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.

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.

"Thank you, Ono." Bunga said.

Fuli pressed her muzzle against Kion's cheek.

"Can I visit Mari?" She asked.

Kion nodded.

They bade goodbye to their friends, and headed towards Pride Rock.

When they arrived, Mari rushed to greet them.

"Hi!" Marigold said brightly.

Fuli's expression softened.

She knelt down, and nuzzled Mari's cheek.

"How are you doing?" Fuli asked.

"I'm glad you came to visit." Marigold said.

“I am too.” Fuli said warmly.

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

"Do you want to hear a story?" He asked.

Marigold nodded eagerly.

Kion and Fuli led her into the den.

They settled down amongst the moss.

“What do you want to hear?” Kion asked.

“Yeh-Yeh and the drought.” Mari said.

Kion nodded, and began the story.

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

She was helping him count juniper berries.

"I love you." Nita said.

Rafiki's expression softened.

"I love you too." He answered.