It was a peaceful day in the Pridelands.
The Lion Guard was patrolling Hapuna Valley.
"How's Maple?" Beshte asked.
"She's fine." Fuli answered.
Kion glanced at Ono.
Ono nodded, and took to the sky.
He returned a moment later, and settled down on Beshte's back.
Kion glanced at Fuli.
“Do you want to visit Mari?” Kion asked.
Fuli 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.
“I’m glad you’ve come back.” Mari said.
Fuli rubbed a paw against Marigold’s cheek.
“We’re glad too, my darling.” Fuli said warmly.
“Come inside and sit with me.” Mari said.
“Okay, Mari.” Fuli said.
She and Kion followed Marigold into the den.
They settled down amongst the moss.
Mari nestled against Fuli’s pelt.
“I really love you both.” Mari said.
Kion’s expression softened.
“We love you too.” Kion said.
“We always will.” Fuli said.
Meanwhile, Nita had met up with Rafiki at this his tree.
She was helping him count juniper berries.
“How is your family?” Rafiki asked.
“Everyone’s fine.” Nita answered.