Lion King 6: Reunited
As the sun arose over the ever lush and vibrant jungle, Simba headed off to a nearby watering hole for a drink. Sensing something was watching him Simba stopped and scanned the area for his possible pursier. Zeroing in on his target, Simba lowered his body close to the ground before leaping straight through the bushes and tackling another lion to the ground. Being bigger than Simba the other lion quickly threw Simba off of him. The 2 males circled each other before attacking. Faster than his opponent Simba quickly struck his rival in the face before head butting him in the side causing him to stumble back. The older male seemed to shrug off Simba's blow as both lions reared up on the hind legs and exchanged blows. After taking a heavy blow to the shoulder, Simba was sent crashing to the ground. Feeling a warm sensation flowing down his leg Simba realized he had been cut but he didn't let his injury slow him down at all as he jumped back into the fight. Ready to end this battle Simba slammed into the bigger male at full speed toppling him over. With the opportunity to end this fight, Simba stood over his rival placing his claws on his throat growling.
Yelling, Fahari: That's enough Kopa.
Releasing Shupuva, Simba: You're getting slow Shupuva.
Getting up with a smirk on his face, Shupuva: Nice job Kopa but don't get overconfident. If I remember correctly the record between us is 50-10 and I'm not the one who has blood running down his leg.
Smiling, Simba: Come on, you got most of those victories before I even started to grow my mane. Be honest I'm too much for you now because that now makes 6 victories in a row.
Laughing, Shupuva: You know I have to give you a few wins or it would kill your confidence.
Chuckling at the 2 lions arguing, Fahari: Kopa go clean your leg. You have been training hard all week so take the rest of the day off as a reward. Be back by tomorrow morning.
Feeling dominate and proud, Simba walked off to enjoy his day off from training with a smug grin on his face.
As Simba walked away, Shupuva: So what do you think Fahari? Simba's development has been far better than I could have ever imagined. Although he's only a sub adult he's years ahead any other lion his age and most adult males for that matter.
Fahari: You're right. I think he's ready. When he returns tomorrow morning we'll tell him the truth about Mufasa death.
After walking through the jungle for a few minutes Simba laid down on a log to relax and clean the wound on his leg. After training under Fahari and Shupuva for 2 years and 7 months Simba has grown into a sub adult male with a strong muscular frame and sporting an impressive crimson mane. Although slightly smaller than an adult lioness, Simba now rivaled any adult male in terms of strength, combat, and hunting skills. This was due to Simba's intense training. From day one Simba training was to push him to his limit. He was forced to hunt on his own as a cub but after proving to be a capable hunter he begun to hunt alongside Shupuva and Fahari when they were after large prey like water buffalos or hippos. Thanks to this training Simba's hunting abilities improved incredibly fast along with his physical abilities. By the time Simba was a year old, he was already a seasoned hunter fast enough to catch the swiftest antelope and strong enough to bring down the strongest zebras on his own but that wasn't the only thing he excelled at. Simba's combat skills also increased at a rapid pace. With his only opponents being 2 adult males Simba was groomed to be tough and fearless. No matter how bad he felt or how badly wounded, Simba never backed down from either male and always faced them head on. It wasn't long before Simba was out fighting and killing any hyenas that entered the jungle. Simba even surprised Fahari and Shupuva when they rushed to his aid only to find him standing triumph over 10 dead hyenas. Although Simba seem to excel at everything thrown at him and proved to be brave, confident and fearless he could never get over the sorrow or guilt from his past. In the beginning Simba used exploring the jungle to take his mind off his past but after exploring the entire jungle Simba completely focused on his training. Outside of training the only thing that Simba enjoyed doing was staring at the stars, moon, sunrise and sunset. Although proud of Simba, Fahari and Shupuva always felt sorry for him. Every night Simba suffered from nightmares and woke up in a cold sweat trembling. Fahari and Shupuva wanted to help him but knowing Simba used his trauma to fuel to his training decided to let Simba suffer alone. Due to this Simba grew more and more aloof, never bringing up his past, his thoughts, nightmares and spent a lot of time reflecting on his mistake that cost him everything he held dear.
After a whole day of traveling endlessly through the desert, Nala found herself walking along the borders of a lush and vibrant jungle amazed at its beauty. Although wary of entering the jungle without learning if any predators lived there Nala threw caution to the wind allowing her hunger and thirst to cloud her better judgment. After several minutes of walking, Nala spotted a warthog singing and sneaking up on a beetle. Leaping and failing to catch his prey the warthog sat on the log looking out into the tall grass with an uneasy feeling. His uneasiness turned into bone chilling fear as he spotted a pair of sapphire blue eyes focused solely on him. Immediately after spotting Nala the warthog bolted out of the area with Nala in hot pursuit.
Hearing the screams of a warthog and unknown roars, Simba looked in the direction of the sound curiously. Unable to recognize the roar Simba jogged off in the direction of the sound ready to confront the mystery predator that has entered the jungle. As the sounds grew louder Simba unsheathed his claws and began sprinting at full speed.
With Nala growing closer, the warthog started jumping through bushes and sliding under logs hoping his pursier would stumble so he could get away but it didn't work. As the warthog shot under a thick root Nala slid to a halt as a lion leap over the root. Surprised by the sudden appearance of another lion Nala couldn't react fast enough before being slammed down to the ground. Quickly knocking her adversary off, both lions stood up on their hind legs and exchanged blows. Nala was able to reopen Simba's wound on his leg but blow went unnoticed by him. Falling to all 4's Nala lunged forward swiping at Simba's face but Simba lowed his head allowing Nala to swipe at his mane. Brushing Nala aside Simba tried biting down on Nala's head or neck but wasn't able to get a grip on her as she leaned closer to him but he managed to cut into her side. With the sharp pain at her side Nala pushed Simba off her but he immediately lunged back at her. Just like when they were cubs Nala allowed Simba to knock on her back in order to use Simba's momentum to flip herself on top of him and pinned him down. Simba could only look up shocked as Nala stood over him growling with her teeth inches away from his face.
Looking up in complete disbelief, Simba: Nala!? Is it really you?
Immediately jumping off and confused at how this unknown male knew her name, Nala: Who are you?
Smiling, Simba: It's me, Simba.
Noticing the sub adult male looked extremely familiar to her, Nala: Simba?
With a huge grin on his face Simba could only knob his head as Nala eyes grew wider realizing the lion in front of her was actually Simba. Simba and Nala screamed out in excitement as they bumped heads and jumped around each other. Overwhelmed by her emotions Nala leaped on Simba pinning him down and nuzzling against his cheek causing both lions to begin purring. After a minute that felt like an eternity Nala jumped off Simba and walked away trying to hide her tears. Concerned for her Simba quickly ran to her side.
Worried, Simba: What's wrong Nala?
With her voice cracking, Nala: It's like you're back from the dead. You don't know how much this will mean to everyone. What it means to me.
Both lions sat closely beside each other, Simba: Hey, hey it's ok.
As Nala began to nuzzle under Simba's chin, Nala: I really missed you.
Bringing his face down to nuzzle against Nala's, Simba: I really missed you too.
The 2 lions sat motionless against each other enjoying the embrace and fact they were once again together. Noticing the cut on Nala side Simba leaned over to clean her wound.
Chuckling, Simba: After all this time who would've thought you would still be able to compete with me.
After Simba finished cleaning Nala's cut she noticed Simba's bleeding leg and returned the favor.
Smirking, Nala: You mean still better than you.
With a devilish smirk, Simba: Is that a challenge?
Standing up and whipping her tail in Simba's face, Nala: Was it?
With the challenge laid down Simba tapped Nala and a game of tag begun as Simba sped through the jungle with Nala not too far behind him. As Nala closed in on him Simba decided to run at top speed confident Nala wouldn't be able to keep up. As Simba pulled away Nala smirked as she sped up and closed the gap between them again. Impressed by each other's speed, the 2 ran laughing like they use to as cubs. As Nala was about to tag Simba he turned around trying to pounce on her but she was ready for it and pinned him down.
Smugly, Nala: Tag and pinned ya.
Sighing, Simba: Alright, alright already let me up.
Taking a break from chasing each other around Nala and Simba stopped by a small lake to get a drink of water. As Nala drank she looked up to find Simba staring at her with a mischievous grin. Nala stared at Simba as he jogged by her before biting a vine and flying into the water. Concerned Simba hadn't resurfaced for air Nala stood over the water searching for him until Simba suddenly burst from the water grabbing her and dragged her in. Nala quickly leapt out of water as Simba followed close behind her with him mane covering his face except for his huge grin. Nala shot Simba her own mischievous grin before pushing him back into the water and running off.
After catching back up to Nala the 2 began leaping over and onto each over once again. Not fully pay attention to his surrounding Simba took his chance to try to pin Nala but ended up sending both of them tumbling down a hill. The 2 landed softly in the grass below with Simba on top of Nala. As Simba laughed Nala looked up at him remembering all the good times they had and how bad she missed him. Suddenly Simba's laugher came to an end as Nala leaned up grabbing Simba's face and gently kissed his cheek. Simba's eyes shot wide open as his heart raced while Nala stared at him with a passionate gaze. Simba couldn't help his self as a grin slowly grew across his face and nuzzled against Nala causing both of them to purr.
Leaning against Simba, Nala: I'm so glad to see you again.
Resting his head on Nala's body, Simba: I am too Nala.
The 2 lied besides each other until Simba heard a loud growl coming from Nala's stomach. Simba laughed as Nala's face lit up bright red from embarrassment.
Standing up and stretching, Simba: Wait here, while I find you something to eat.
As Simba took a few steps he felt Nala biting on his tail keeping him from walking away.
Sternly, Nala: I just found you after you disappeared for almost 3 years. I'm not going to let you disappear on me again.
Pressing his head against Nala's, Simba: Relax Nala. I promise I will be back soon. Nothing is going to separate us again.
Before Nala could respond Simba ran off to find her something for her to eat. It wasn't long before Simba picked up the scent of a certain bug eating warthog. After about 30 minutes went by Simba returned and dropped the warthog in front of Nala. Simba lied down watching as Nala ate her fill before helping her finish off the rest of the carcass. Realizing the sun would be setting soon Simba led Nala to a soft patch of grass under a huge tree. More exhausted than he realized Simba ended up drifting off to with his paw holding Nala close. Nala giggled as Simba purred when she pressed her head against his and laid closer besides him. As she laid there staring at Simba, Nala had so many questions she wanted to ask Simba but it would have to wait. Before falling asleep Nala couldn't help but thank the great kings of the past for bringing Simba back to her alive and well.