The Lion Guard: Protecting Kora

It was a peaceful day in the Pridelands.

The Lion Guard was patrolling Ukuni Woods.

"How's Basi?" Bunga asked.

"He's fine." Beshte answered.

Kion glanced at Ono.

Ono nodded, and took to the sky.

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

“Janja’s Clan is attacking Kora.” Ono said.

Kion and Fuli exchanged a glance.

“Where are they?” Fuli asked.

“They’re at the Water Hole.” Ono said.

“Let’s go, Lion Guard.” Kion said.

He led the way to the Water Hole.

When they arrived, Kion bounded forward.

“Leave him alone, Janja!” He called.

Janja cackled.

“He’s just one lion.” Janja said.

“He’s also someone I love.” Kion snapped.

Kion glanced at Fuli.

Fuli nodded, and moved forward.

She led Kora towards Beshte.

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

He braced himself, and performed the Roar.

It sent Janja’s Clan toppling backwards.

Kion watched them stumble towards the border.

He glanced at Kora.

“Are you okay?” Kora asked.

Kora nodded.

“Thank you, Lion Guard.” He said.

“You’re welcome.” Fuli answered.

Kion moved forward, and stretched to nuzzle Kora’s cheek.

“I love you.” Kion said quietly.

“I love you too.” Kora said.

Fuli cleared her throat.

“Can I visit Mari, Kion?” She asked.

Kora and Kion exchanged a glance.

“It’s fine with me.” Kora said.

Kion and Fuli bade goodbye and followed Kora towards Pride Rock.

When they arrived, Mari rushed to greet them.

“Hi!” She called.

She stopped suddenly when she caught sight of Kora.

“What happened?” She asked.

Kion and Kora exchanged a glance.

“I’m fine, baby.” Kora said.

Fuli moves forward, and knelt down to nuzzle Mari’s cheek.

“Hi Mari.” Fuli said warmly.

She led Mari into Kora and Vitani’s cave.