The Lion Guard: Protecting Mbeya

It was a beautiful day in the Pridelands.

The Lion Guard was patrolling Kilio Valley.

"How's Mari?" Fuli asked.

"She's fine" Kion said.

He 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 Mbeya" Ono said.

Kion and Fuli exchanged a glance.

"Where?" Bunga asked.

"Lake Matope" Ono answered.

"Let's go, Lion Guard" Kion said.

He led the way to Lake Matope.

When they arrived, Kion bounded forward.

"Leave him alone, Janja!" Kion called.

Janja cackled.

"Why should we?" He asked.

Fuli groaned.

She moved forward, and gently pushed Mbeya 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 turned to Mbeya.

"Are you okay?" He asked.

Mbeya nodded.

"Thanks, Lion Guard" Mbeya said.

"You're welcome" Fuli said warmly.

She and Kion watched Mbeya walk away.

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.

She pressed her muzzle against Fuli's foreleg.

Fuli bent down, and nuzzled Mari's cheek.

"How are you, Mari?" Fuli asked.

"I'm really glad to see both of you" Mari said.

Kion's expression softened.

He moved forward, and bent to press his muzzle against Mari's.

He and Fuli led Mari into the den.

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

She was helping him count juniper berries.

"Can I come to Ukumbusho?" Nita asked.

Rafiki nodded.

"Yes, you can come" Rafiki said.

Nita moved closer, and nestled against him.

"I love you" Nita said quietly.

Rafiki pressed his muzzle against Nita's cheek.

"I love you too" Rafiki said.