The Lion Guard: A Special Friendship

It was a peaceful day in the Pridelands.

The Lion Guard was patrolling Ndefu Grove.

"How's Mari?" Fuli asked.

"She's fine." Kion said.

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.

Fuli pressed her muzzle against Kion's cheek.

"Can I visit Mari?" She asked.

Kion nodded.

They bade goodbye to their friends, and headed towards Pride Rock.

When they arrived, Mari rushed to greet them.

"Hi!" Marigold said brightly.

Fuli's expression softened.

She knelt down, and nuzzled Mari's cheek.

“Hi Mari.” Fuli said warmly.

Kion moved forward, and knelt to nuzzle Mari’s cheek.

“Are you having a good day?” He asked.

Marigold nodded.

"Can we visit Sunningrocks?" Mari asked.

Kion and Fuli exchanged a glance.

"Who's watching you today?" Kion asked.

"Nada is." Marigold answered.

"I'll go make sure it's okay with her." Kion said.

He padded into the den.

Mari pressed herself against Fuli's foreleg.

"I'm glad you're here." Marigold said.

"I am too." Fuli said.

Kion returned, and knelt to nuzzle Mari's cheek.

"It's fine with Nada. Let's go." He said.

He and Fuli led the way to the Meadow.

When they arrived, they settled down on Sunningrocks.

"I love you both." Marigold said.

"We love you too." Fuli purred.

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.