The Lion Guard: Protecting Kia

It was a peaceful day in the Pridelands.

The Lion Guard was patrolling Ukuni Woods.

"How's Maple?" Bunga asked.

"Grandma'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.

"Janja's Clan is attacking Kia." Ono said.

Kion and Fuli exchanged a glance.

"Where are they?" Fuli asked.

"They’re at Lake Matope." Ono answered.

"Come on, Lion Guard." Kion said.

He led the way to Lake Matope.

When they arrived, Kion bounded forward.

"Get away from her, Janja!" He called.

Janja glanced up.

"I'm afraid you're outnumbered." He said.

"Not really." Bunga muttered.

Kion glanced at Fuli.

Fuli nodded, and moved forward.

She gently nudged Kia 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 Kia.

"Are you okay?" He asked.

Kia nodded.

"Thanks, Kion." She said.

"You're welcome." Kion answered.

He moved forward, and knelt to nuzzle Kia’s cheek.

"I love you, Kia." Kion said.

"I love you too." Kia answered.

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

They were settled down underneath the baobab tree.

"Did the hunt go well?" Simba asked.

Nala nodded.