The Lion Guard: Nefu’s Resentment

It was a beautiful day in the Pridelands.

The Lion Guard was patrolling Kilio 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.

"Thanks, Ono." Beshte said.

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

She was helping him count juniper berries.

“How is your family?” Rafiki asked.

“Everyone’s fine.” Nita answered.

Nita glanced up.

"Someone's coming, Rafiki." Nita said.

Rafiki moved towards a branch, and peered out.

“It is Nefu.” Rafiki said.

Nita groaned.

She moved to stand beside Rafiki, and watched Nefu enter the store cave.

“Hi Uncle Rafiki.” Nefu said.

“Hello, Nefu.” Rafiki said patiently.

Nita cleared her throat.

Nefu ignored her, and moved forward.

“What are you doing?” He asked.

Rafiki placed a palm on Nita’s shoulder.

“Nita and I are sorting herbs.” Rafiki said.

Nefu scoffed.

“Why is she your apprentice?” He asked.

“Because King Mufasa chose her.” Rafiki said.

“You’re just like Makini, Nita. You shouldn’t be trusted for this responsibility.” Nefu said.

“Nefu” Rafiki said warningly.

“At least I understand responsibility.” Nita snapped.

“Why have you come, Nefu?” Rafiki asked.

“Mother and Dad are meeting with King Simba. Makini and Mosi are with Grandma. I thought I’d come and see what you were doing.” Nefu said.

“Well, we’re very busy.” Nita said coldly.

“I can see that.” Nefu said.

Rafiki cleared his throat.

“Thank you for coming, Nefu. I suggest you join your siblings and Karibu.” Rafiki said.

Nefu turned, and bounded down the slope.

Once he’d gone, Nita sighed, and leaned against Rafiki’s side.

“Why is he like that?” Nita asked.

Rafiki pressed a palm against Nita’s cheek.

“He was not always this way. Before Makini was born, he was very pleasant.” Rafiki said.

“Did Makini, Mosi, and I change that?” Nita asked.

“Of course not.” Rafiki said quickly.

Nita sighed.

“He’s nothing like Makini and Mosi.” Nita said.

“I know, darling.” Rafiki said gently.

“I can’t believe he’s older than me.” Nita said.

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

They were settled down underneath the baobab tree.

"How was the hunt?" Simba asked.

"It was fine." Nala answered.

She leaned over, and nuzzled Simba’s cheek.

“I love you, darling.” Nala said.

Simba’s expression softened.

“I love you too.” Simba said.

He extended a paw, and Nala nestled against him.

“I’d like to hunt with Belee and Kia soon.” He said.

Nala’s expression softened.

“You can join the evening hunt.” Nala said.