The Lion Guard: Everlasting Resentment

It was a peaceful day in the Pridelands.

The Lion Guard was patrolling Ukuni Woods.

"How's Basi?" Kion 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." Fuli said.

Kion pressed his muzzle against Fuli's cheek.

"I love you, Fuli." Kion said quietly.

Fuli's expression softened.

"I love you too, Kion." Fuli answered.

Meanwhile, Simba had met up with Vitani and Marigold inside the den.

They were settled down amongst the moss.

“How was the hunt, Tani?” Simba asked.

“It was fine “ Vitani said.

She watched Mari nestle against Simba’s pelt.

“I love you, Papa.” Marigold said.

Simba’s expression softened.

“I love you too.” Simba said warmly.

He and Vitani exchanged a glance.

“I hope Mari behaved on the patrol.” Vitani said.

“She always does, Tani.” Simba said.

Vitani glanced up, and groaned as Kata appeared in the entrance to the den.

“Can I come in?” Kata asked.

Vitani sighed.

“Yes, come in.” Vitani said reluctantly.

Simba pressed his muzzle against Vitani’s cheek.

“It’s okay, Tani.” Simba said reassuringly.

“Mari needs to leave.” Vitani said.

Simba nodded.

He glanced at Marigold.

“Mari, please go find Nada.” Simba said.

“Yes, Papa.” Marigold said.

She stood up, and bounded out of the den.

Kata entered the den, and settled down amongst the moss.

“Why did you let Nita stay the night with that old mandrill?” Kata asked.

“Kora and I didn’t have a problem with Nita staying with her mentor overnight.” Vitani said.

“Nita shouldn’t be allowed to leave Pride Rock at night.” Kata said.

Vitani unsheathed her claws, and sank them into the moss underneath her.

“That’s not your decision.” Vitani snapped.

Simba cleared his throat.

“You need to leave now, Kata.” Simba said.

Kata stood up, and exited the den.

Vitani sighed, and nestled against Simba’s pelt.

“Are you okay?” Simba asked gently.

Vitani nodded.

“I love you, Simba.” Vitani said.

Simba’s expression softened.

“I love you too.” Simba 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.

She moved closer, and nestled against him.

“I’m really glad Makini, Mosi, and I got to stay the night.” Nita said.

Rafiki’s expression softened.

“I am glad too.” Rafiki said.

He pressed a palm against Nita’s cheek.

“Makini and Mosi are really amazing.” Nita said.

“They certainly are, as are you.” Rafiki said.

“Thanks, Rafiki.” Nita said.