The Lion Guard: Paternal Devotion

It was a beautiful day in the Pridelands.

Kion and his friends were patrolling Hapuna Valley.

"How's Basi?" Fuli 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.

"It's all clear." Ono said.

"Great job, Ono." Kion said.

Meanwhile, Simba and Kiara had met up inside the den.

They were settled down amongst the moss.

“How was the hunt?” Simba asked.

“It was fine.” Kiara answered.

She leaned over, and nuzzled Simba’s cheek.

“I love you, Daddy.” Kiara said.

Simba’s expression softened.

“I love you too.” Simba purred.

He extended a paw, and Kiara nestled against him.

“Will you join the evening hunt?” Kiara asked.

Simba nodded.

“Of course I will.” He said warmly.

He rubbed a paw against Kiara’s cheek.

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

She was helping him count juniper berries.

“How is Mari?” Rafiki asked.

“She’s fine.” Nita answered.

She moved over, and nestled against Rafiki’s side.

“I love you.” Nita said.

Rafiki’s expression softened.

“I love you too.” He answered.

He pressed a palm against Nita’s cheek.