The Lion Guard: Naanda's Affection

It was a peaceful day in the Pridelands.

The Lion Guard was patrolling Ndefu Grove.

"How's Mari?" Fuli asked.

"She's fine." Kion answered.

He 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 purred.

Meanwhile, Naanda had met up with Nita and Mari inside Kora and Vitani's cave.

They were settled down amongst the moss.

"How was the hunt, Nada?" Nita asked.

"It was fine." Naanda answered.

She and Nita watched Mari nestle closer to Naanda's pelt.

"I love you, Nada." Mari said.

Naanda's expression softened.

"I love both of you very much." She said.

She rubbed a paw against Mari's cheek.

Nita pressed herself against Naanda's pelt.

"Are you proud of me?" She asked.

Naanda nodded.

"Of course I am. You've come so far." She said.

"Thanks, Nada." Nita said.

"What about me?" Mari asked.

Naanda's expression softened.

"You have too." She said patiently.

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.

"Kia caught a squirrel." She said proudly.

Simba extended a paw, and Nala nestled into his embrace.

"I love you." Simba said warmly.

"I love you too" Nala murmured.