The Lion Guard: Protecting Makini

It was a beautiful day in the Pridelands.

The Lion Guard was patrolling Ukuni Woods.

"How's your family?" Beshte asked.

"They're 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.

"Janja's Clan is attacking Makini" Ono said.

Kion and Fuli exchanged a glance.

"Where are they?" Beshte asked.

"Huwezi Falls" Ono answered.

"Lead the way, Ono" Kion said.

Ono led the way to Huwezi Falls.

When they arrived, Kion saw Makini cornered against the waterfall.

He bounded forward.

"Hyenas! Leave her alone." He called.

Janja cackled.

Kion glanced at Fuli.

Fuli nodded, and moved forward.

She guided Makini 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 turned to Makini.

"Are you okay?" He asked.

Makini nodded.

Beshte cleared his throat.

"I'll walk you home, Makini." He said.

"Thanks, Beshte" Makini said.

She climbed onto Beshte's back.

"We'll be at the Lair" Kion said.

Beshte nodded.

Ha began to walk towards Hapuna Valley.

Kion led Ono, Fuli, and Bunga towards Pride Rock.

When they arrived, Fuli led the way into the Lair.

Kion rubbed his muzzle against her cheek.

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

They were settled underneath the baobab tree.

"How was the hunt?" Simba asked.

"It was fine." Nala answered.

Simba rubbed his muzzle against her cheek.

"I love you" he said.

"I love you too" Nala purred.

She nestled against Simba's side.

"Kion's excited for the Summit." She said.

"I know." Simba said.

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

She was helping him sort juniper berries.

"Beshte came to see me" Rafiki said.

"Why?" Nita asked.

"He wanted me to know that Makinj was attacked" Rafiki explained.

Nita glanced up.

"Is she okay?" She asked quickly.

"Yes. She wasn't hurt" Rafiki said reassuringly.