The Lion Guard: A Nephew’s Devotion

It was a beautiful day in the Pridelands.

The Lion Guard was patrolling Kilio Valley.

“How are Timon and Pumbaa?” Beshte asked.

“They’re fine.” Bunga 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." Bunga said.

Fuli pressed her muzzle against Kion's cheek.

"I love you." Fuli said quietly.

Kion's expression softened.

"I love you too." Kion answered.

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

She was helping him sort borage leaves.

“How is your family?” Rafiki asked.

“Everyone’s fine.” Nita answered.

Nita glanced up.

"Someone's coming, Rafiki." Nita said.

Rafiki moved towards a branch, and peered out.

“It is Fikiri and Mosi.” Rafiki said brightly.

Nita’s expression softened.

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

“Hi!” Mosi called.

He slid down from Fikiri’s back, and bounded over to Rafiki.

“Hello, Mosi” Rafiki said warmly.

He pressed a palm against Mosi’s cheek.

Mosi glanced at Nita.

“Hi Nita.” Mosi said.

“Hi Mosi.” Nita said warmly.

Mosi moved over, and embraced Nita.

“Hi Fikiri’.” Nita said.

“Hello, Nita.” Fikiri answered.

Fikiri cleared his throat.

“Jelani and Dalila want Mosi home by sundown.” Fikiri said.

Rafiki nodded.

“Thank you, Fikiri.” Rafiki said.

“Have fun, Mosi.” Fikiri said warmly.

“I will.” Mosi said.

Nita gently nudged Mosi towards Fikiri.

“Say goodbye to your uncle.” Nita said.

Mosi pressed himself against Fikiri’s side.

“I love you, Uncle Fikiri.” Mosi said.

“I love you too.” Fikiri said.

He pressed a palm against Mosi’s cheek.

“Tell Makini I said hello.” Nita said.

“I will.” Fikiri said.

Fikiri turned, and bounded down the slope.

Mosi pressed himself against Rafiki’s side.

“I’m so glad Mother let me come.” Mosi said.

“We’re glad too.” Nita said.

Rafiki pressed a palm against Mosi’s cheek.

“I am very glad to see you” Rafiki said.

"I really love you both." Mosi said.

Rafiki’s expression softened.

"I love you too." Rafiki answered.

Nita nodded in agreement.

“What are you two doing?” Mosi asked.

“We’re just sorting herbs.” Nita answered.

“How are your siblings, Mosi?” Rafiki asked.

“They’re fine.” Mosi said.

He glanced at Nita.

“Can Mari come visit soon?” Mosi asked.

Nita nodded.

“I’ll ask my parents.” Nita said.

“Mari’s my best friend.” Mosi said.

“I know, Mosi.” Nita said warmly.

She rubbed a paw against Mosi’s cheek.

“You’re Makini’s best friend.” Mosi said.

Nita’s expression softened.

“Yes, Makini’s really amazing.” Nita said.

“As are you, Mosi.” Rafiki said.

“Thanks, Uncle Rafiki.” Mosi said.

Meanwhile, Simba and Nala had met up at the Meadow.

They were settled down underneath the baobab tree.

"Did the hunt go well?" Simba asked.

Nala nodded.