The Lion Guard: A Genuine Relationship

It was a peaceful day in the Pridelands.

The Lion Guard was doing a patrol in Ndefu Grove.

"How's Ma?" Beshte asked.

"She's 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.

"Great job, Ono." Beshte said.

Fuli pressed her muzzle against Kion’s cheek.

“Can I visit Mari?” Fuli asked.

Kion nodded.

They bade goodbye to their friends, and headed towards Pride Rock.

When they arrived, Mari rushed to greet them.

“Hi!” Marigold said brightly.

Fuli’s expression softened.

She knelt down, and nuzzled Mari’s cheek.

“Hi Mari.” Fuli said.

Kion moved forward, and knelt to nuzzle Mari’s cheek.

“Are you having a good day?” Kion asked.

Marigold nodded.

“Come inside and sit with me.” Mari said.

“Okay, Mari.” Fuli said.

She and Kion followed Mari into the den.

They settled down amongst the moss.

Marigold nestled against Fuli’s pelt.

“I really love you both.” Mari said.

“We love you too, my darling.” Fuli said.

“We always will.” Kion said.

Meanwhile, Kenai and Kia had met up with Bemba at the Meadow.

They were settled down underneath the baobab tree.

"How was the hunt?" Kenai asked.

"It was fine." Bemba answered.

“I caught a bushbuck.” Kia said.

“That’s great, Kia.” Kenai said.

He leaned over, and nuzzled Kia’s cheek.

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

She was helping him count juniper berries.

“How is your family?” Rafiki asked.

“Everyone’s fine.” Nita answered.