The Lion Guard: Protecting Kwato

It was a peaceful day in the Pridelands.

The Lion Guard was patrolling Kilio Valley.

"How's Mari?" Fuli asked.

"She's fine" 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.

"Reirei's Pack is attacking Kwato" Ono said.

"Where?" Fuli asked.

"The Water Hole" Ono answered.

"Let's go." Kion said.

Ono led the way to the Water Hole.

When they arrived, Kion bounded forward.

"Leave him alone, Reirei!" He shouted.

Reirei chuckled.

"My children need prey." She said.

Kion and Fuli exchanged a glance.

"Go get him" Kion murmured.

Fuli moved forward to guide Kwato away.

Kion watched them settle behind him.

He unsheathed his claws, and sank them into the earth underneath him.

He braced himself, and performed the Roar.

It sent Reirei's Pack toppling backwards.

Kion watched them scamper off.

He turned back to Kwato.

"Are you okay?" He asked.

Kwato nodded.

"Thanks, Kion." He said.

"You're welcome" Kion said.

Beshte stepped forward.

"I'll walk you home, Kwato." He said kindly.

"Thanks, Beshte" Kwato said.

"Tell Muhimu that he's okay" Kion said.

Beshte nodded.

He led Kwato towards Hapuna Valley.

Fuli pressed her muzzle against Kion's cheek.

"Can I visit Mari?" She asked.

Kion nodded.

He and Fuli bade goodbye to their friends, and headed to Pride Rock.

When their arrived, Kion led Fuli into the den.

Immediately, Mari rushed forward.

She gazed up at Fuli.

"Hi Mari" Fuli said warmly.

She bent her head, and nuzzled Mari's cheek.

"How are you?" Kion asked.

"I'm bored." Mari said.

"Why?" Fuli asked gently.

"Everyone else is away." Mari explained.

"Isn't Nona watching you?" Kion asked.

"Nona's taking a nap" Mari answered.

Kion and Fuli exchanged a glance.

"We'll spend time with you" Fuli said.

"We'll do whatever you want" Kion added.

Mari's expression brightened.

"Can we play with a leaf?" She asked.

Fuli chuckled.

"Of course" Kion purred.

Mari bounded over to a leaf.

She grasped it, and dragged it over to them.

"I'll hide it, and you can find it." She said.

"Okay" Fuli said.

She watched Mari scamper onto the platform.

"She's such a sweet cub" Fuli murmured.

"I know" Kion said.