The Lion Guard: Queen Dhahabu’s Visit

It was a peaceful day in the Pridelands.

Kion and Kiara were spending time together at the Meadow.

They were settled down underneath the baobab tree.

“How was the hunt?” Kion asked.

“It was fine.” Kiara answered.

She extended a paw, and Kion nestled against her.

“I love you.” Kion said.

“I love you too, sweetheart.” Kiara said.

She rubbed a paw against Kion’s cheek.

“Someone’s visiting Mom and Daddy today.” Kiara said.

“Who is it?” Kion asked.

“Her name is Dhahabu. She’s the Queen of the Back Lands. She has two children that are my age.” Kiara said.

“Why is she coming?” Kion asked.

“After you were born, she and Daddy made a water treaty. She’s coming to renew it. The water treaty isn’t renewed as often as the treaty with Sokwe is.” Kiara explained.

“Can I meet her?” Kion asked.

“Of course, my darling.” Kiara said warmly.

She stood up, and nudged Kion to his paws.

They began to head to Pride Rock.

When they arrived, they entered the den.

Simba, Nala, Kovu, Zazu, and Dhahabu were settled down amongst the moss.

Simba glanced up.

“I’m glad you’ve come home.” He said warmly.

“We’re glad too, Daddy.” Kiara said.

Simba turned to Dhahabu.

“You remember my daughter and heir, Kiara. This is my younger son, Kion.” Simba said.

Dhahabu inclined her head.

“It is a pleasure to meet you.” She said.

Kion nodded.

“I’m very pleased to meet you too.” Kion said.

His expression softened as he caught sight of Mari sleeping in Simba’s nest.

He and Kiara moved forward, and settled down beside Nala.

“Kiara and Kion watch the treaty renewal with Sokwe. They’d like to witness this one as well.” Simba said.

Dhahabu nodded.

“That is fine.” Dhahabu said.

Simba cleared his throat.

“I, King Simba of the Pridelands herby renew the water treaty with Queen Dhahabu of the Back Lands.” He said.

“I agree to the renewal.” Dhahabu said.

Kion leaned over to Kiara.

“Dhahabu’s a golden zebra.” Kion said.

Kiara chuckled.

“I know. Isn’t she pretty?” She answered.

Kion nodded.

“She’s really unique.” Kion said.

“She certainly is.” Kiara said.

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

She was helping him count juniper berries.

“How is Mari?” Rafiki asked.

“She’s fine.” Nita answered.

She moved closer, and nestled against Rafiki’s side.

“I’m really glad Makini visited.” Nita said.

Rafiki pressed a palm against Nita’s cheek.

“I am glad too.” Rafiki said.

“I love you, Rafiki.” Nita said.

Rafiki’s expression softened.

“I love you too, sweetheart.” Rafiki said.