The Lion Guard: Introducing Atka

It was a peaceful day in the Pridelands.

Kovu and Vitani had decided to bring, Denahi, Belee, Nita, and Mari to the Meadow.

They were settled down underneath the baobab tree.

"Why are we all here, Dad?" Belee asked.

Kovu and Vitani exchanged a glance.

"We want you to meet someone" Kovu said.

"Who?" Denahi prompted

Vitani stood up.

"Dad, we want to talk to you!" She called.

Behind her, Belee and Nita exchanged a glance.

They shivered as Atka's spirit embraced them.

"What is it, Vitani?" Atka asked.

Kovu stood up, and moved to stand beside Vitani.

"You need to meet your grandchildren" Kovu said.

Atka's expression softened.

"I have been hoping for this chance." He said.

Kovu gently nudged Denahi and Belee forward.

"These are my cubs. Denahi and Belee." Kovu said.

Denahi and Belee exchanged a glance.

"What do we call him, Dad?" Denahi asked.

"You can call him Granddad" Kovu answered.

Belee cleared her throat.

"We've heard about you, Granddad." She said.

"We love you very much" Denahi added.

"I'm so glad to meet you" Atka said.

Vitani nudged Nita and Marigold forward.

"These are my daughters. Their names are Nita and Marigold" Vitani said.

Nita curled her tail around Mari's shoulders.

"It's an honor to meet you, Granddad" she said.

Atka nodded.

"I'm very proud of all of you." He said.