The Lion Guard: Kata and Maya's Resentment

It was a beautiful day in the Pridelands.

Kion and his friends were patrolling Ukuni Woods.

“What’s Mari doing today?” Fuli asked.

“She’s with Dad and Tani.” Kion said.

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." Kion said.

Meanwhile, Simba had met up with Vitani and Marigold inside Kora and Vitani’s cave.

They were settled down amongst the moss.

“How was the hunt, Tani?” Simba asked.

“It was fine.” Vitani answered.

She and Simba watched Mari nestle against her pelt.

“Did Mari behave on the patrol?” Vitani asked.

Simba nodded.

“She’s a precious cub, Tani.” He said.

“I know.” Vitani said.

From the entrance to the cave, Kata cleared her throat.

“Can we come in?” She asked.

Vitani and Simba exchanged a glance.

“Please get Mari away from here.” Vitani said.

Simba nodded.

He turned to Mari.

“Honey, go to our den.” He said.

Marigold nodded.

She stood up, and bounded out of the den.

Kata and Maya entered the den, and settled down amongst the moss.

“I was saved by Prince Kion and his friends recently.” Kata said.

“I know, Kion told me.” Vitani said.

“He told Nala and I as well.” Simba added.

Vitani unsheathed her claws, and sank them into the moss underneath her.

“Prince Kion and his friends are children. They shouldn’t be trusted to protect anyone.” Maya said.

“I would be careful when talking about my son.” Simba said warningly.

Kata scoffed.

“We speak the truth.” Kata said.

“Kion and his friends are wonderful at protecting the Pridelands.” Simba said.

“They saves Mari after Maya placed her in a dangerous situation.” Vitani added.

“It’s time to put that behind us.” Maya said.

“I’m afraid I can’t do that.” Vitani snapped.

Kata sighed.

“Come Maya, we have other matters to take care of.” She said.

She and Maya stood up, and exited the den.

Vitani sighed, and leaned against Simba’s side.

Simba rubbed a paw against her cheek.

“Are you okay?” He asked gently.

Vitani nodded.

“I’m sorry, Simba.” She said.

“It isn’t your fault.” Simba said.

He extended a paw, and Vitani nestled against him.

“I love you, Simba.” Vitani said.

“I love you too.” Simba answered.