The Lion Guard: A Friend's Love

It was a peaceful day in the Pridelands.

The Lion Guard was patrolling the Flood Plains.

"How's Mari?" Fuli asked.

"She's fine." Kion 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.

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 glanced up.

"Someone's coming." Nita said.

Rafiki moved towards a branch, and peered out.

"It is Makini" Rafiki said warmly.

Nita's expression brightened.

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

"Hi Uncle Rafiki, hi Nita!" Makini called.

Rafiki's expression softened.

"This is a wonderful surprise." He said.

Makini moved forward to embrace him.

"Mother said I could come." She said.

Rafiki pressed his palm against her cheek.

"It is a great pleasure to see you" Rafiki said.

Makini glanced at Nita.

"How are you?" Makini asked.

"I'm fine." Nita said.

Makini leaned against Rafiki's side.

"I love you both" Makini said.

"I love you too" Rafiki said.

Nita nodded in agreement.

Makini moved over, and embraced Nita.

“You’re my best friend.” She said.

Nita’s expression softened.

“You’re one of mine.” She said warmly.

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'd like to give a speech at Kupatana" Nala said.

Simba's expression softened.

"Of course you can." He purred.