Hi my friends! Fianlly a new chapte. Who is the dead bird? Your guess is as good as mine! Find out in this new chapter of Eternal Disparity. And find out just how much pain a lion can feel... before exploding.
ENJOY!!!
Both males ran for a few meters and discovered three dead birds. Ripped apart just like the blue bird. Kovu felt his heart turn sick and Sebek turned away from the sight.
We'd better go and tell Simba, Kovu stated, he won't be happy.
Sure not.
They ran back to Pride Rock, away from the murder scene. As they stepped on the first stony platform, the King was showing his guest out from the den. When Simba saw the urgency mirroring in the two companions' eyes he excused himself thus ensuring the zebra could find is way out. Then, the King walked slowly to the two younger males, just knowing they had no good news to tell him.
Do I want to know?
Not really but I think you actually need to know, Kovu said.
We found three dead birds by the waterhole. They are of various species but they are as ripped apart as the first victim, Sebek stated.
Three more bodies… the king said with a sight.
The first bird was found near the waterhole as well, Kovu mentioned. Would it be possible that the danger remains around this particular place?
Might be possible, Sebek approved. We should have a look.
But the two lions knew that the older male had only Zazu in head. He hoped the messengers would come back revealing Zazu was somewhere safe.
We found similar dark fur between the bird's claws, Sebek said forbidding himself to put the blame on the young black cub.
What creature is black and eats birds? Kovu asked.
Those birds are not eaten. They are only murdered, Simba said. I would appreciate if you would leave me… please.
The two males backed down reluctantly. Kiara and Vitani were gone with the hunting party so both friends walked back down to the waterhole to have a drink. They passed by another passage to reach it not wanting to see the dead birds. They could already hear the vultures arriving to feast. Sebek bowed down to drink but as soon as he set eyes on the water he saw dozens of dead fishes.
Great Kings what is happening?
I don't know… but I fear the beast we are looking for doesn't only kill birds…
Still a chance it keeps small animals as potential targets.
I am not drinking from this water.
Let's go to the other waterhole at the back of Pride Rock. It's a bit farther but I wouldn't mind a walk to change my mind.
As the two males made their way to the second waterhole, the hunting party arrived. It was a successful hunt; they had brought back three preys. The females, led by Nala, roared their victory as they pulled their heavy load on the rocks. Everybody ran out of the den to take a look at the magnificent catches. Simba looked down at the meal-to-be and gave it a weird look. Nala neared her husband.
Are you happy? We brought food.
Isn't the point of a hunting party?
Simba! You know the times are hard out there!
I'm sorry Nala… I shouldn't have snapped at you like this. Yes I am happy with your work. Everybody feast!
Happy roars echoed in the air as each lion and lioness took it's part. The carcasses were soon done and over with and the lions disposed of the rests, throwing them down from Pride Rock's main platform. It would attract predators but they never dared coming on the platforms. Vitani and Nala had kept a part of meat for their respective husbands whom walked over to them as soon as they stepped inside the den.
My love! Kiara said when she saw Kovu.
I am back dear.
I saved you a part of the food we brought back from the hunt.
Thank you darling.
Vitani on her side had kept some meat for Sebek. Suddenly, the den fell silent. They had heard something. The sound reverberated again through the den's air. It was an insistent whinny accompanied by howling and bird cries. Simba rushed out of the den, followed by Nephi. The messengers were coming back from their search for Zazu. No one saw what happened outside the den but as the King came in they knew. Simba was walking slowly, resting a part of his heavy weight on Nephi's broad shoulder. Zazu was dead. The previously calm night was slowly turning into one of horror.
Simba collapsed on his side and was instantly surrounded by an army of worried relatives. He was in shock. Rafiki stepped inside the den with his head low and carrying Zazu's dead body. Many of those who knew him busted into tears. Painful roars and cries were heard.
Rafiki walked to the very end of the den and he began to lift rocks from their original spot and dig inside the ground where the bottom of the cave passed from rock to earth. The lions and lionesses circled the mandrill as he recited the funeral psalmodies in Swahili. Simba was numb from the pain of loss. Zazu had been the counselor of his Father and his and now he was gone, murdered by an unknown assassin. Simba's numbness slowly became a mute pain, that became real pain that became anger and finally fury. The powerful golden lion struggled against his inner pain and the torturing silence that had fallen on the circled of mourning beasts. He roughly turned around and headed outside in the rainy night.
Simba? Where are you going? Nala asked.
Outside.
You can't go outside Father, it's too stormy, Kiara protested.
I said I am going outside.
Simba… Kovu began
LEAVE ME!
Simba's yell shook the ground and peaks of Pride Rock as if the earth itself could feel its King's ache. Simba was out of his mind. He launched himself at the frightened pride. He growled and roared as if crazy! All the lionesses cried out in submission begging not to be hurt. Even the males layed down, abandoning the idea to fight the King's decision. As the last begging cry and frightened roar resounded through the still air, Simba bared his teeth preventing everyone that should anyone have the silly idea of following him, he would make sure they get a painful reprimand.
Well I hope you enjoyed this chapter. Do you think Simba will seek revenge? Do you think it's Sauda's fault if the creatures are dying? If not who is killing the birds and fishes? For now review for more!
KeiraMcJulian
