The Lion Guard: Protecting Kata

It was a peaceful day in the Pridelands.

The Lion Guard was patrolling Nyani Grove.

"How's Maple?" Ono asked.

"She'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 Kata.” Ono said.

Kion and Fuli exchanged a glance.

“Where are they?” Fuli asked.

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

Kion sighed.

“Come on, Lion Guard.” Kion said.

He led the way to the Water Hole.

When they arrived, Kion bounded forward.

“Get out of the Pridelands, Janja!” He called.

Janja cackled.

“Why should we?” He asked.

Kion glanced at Fuli.

Fuli nodded, and moved forward.

She pushed Kata 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 Kata.

“Are you okay?” He asked reluctantly.

Kata scoffed.

“I did not need your help.” She snapped.

Kion sighed.

“That’s our responsibility, Kata.” He said.

“You’re all children. You shouldn’t be concerned with this.” Kata snapped.

She turned, and bounded off.

“Well, that wasn’t very polite.” Beshte said.

“Neither is she.” Kion answered.

Fuli pressed her muzzle against Kion’s cheek.

“Are you okay?” She asked.

Kion nodded.

“I didn’t expect her to thank us.” He said.

“We didn’t either.” Fuli said gently.

Beshte, Ono, and Bunga nodded.

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.

Simba extended a paw, and Nala nestled against him.

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

Simba nodded.