Author's notes: I had written this before and planned to update but I rewrote it. This is about the changes in the Outland Pride, to catch up read the last nine lines in chapter six. I hope you enjoy.

Lion King two Simba's pride with Kopa instead of Kiara

Chapter Ten: Zira's new plan

In the Outlands things haven't changed very much. For the past few years Zira taught Kovu and Vitani about fighting and killing. She also passed on her respect for Scar onto them. Vitani got older, she grew to be beautiful and she was a very skilled hunter. Kovu also got older, he was very strong, and he had a rough black mane and sharp teeth. That day Zira stood on a cliff with Vitani and Kovu by her side.

Zira said, "Today, both my children are ready to do what is necessary to take the Pridelands." This caused an uproar between the lionesses in her pride. Zira continued to say, "We will now start the first part of my glorious plan to reclaim our Pridelands."

Just as Zira said that, the three hyenas that Kopa fought off arrived in the Out lands.

Zira said, "You're late. I expected you to get here a while ago."

One hyena responded, "I'm sorry, that lion kicked us out the Pridelands. We're lucky we got out with our lives."

Zira said, "I thought I told you to fight him and see how strong he was."

Another Hyena said, "Look, that prince is big and strong. He nearly killed us all. He's too much for us to fight ok!"

Vitani whispered to Kovu, "They should have known not to fight him."

Zira asked, "How strong was he exactly?"

The last Hyena said, "Look, the prince could be the next Mufasa."

Zira said, "Then we can't fight the whole pride at once."

Kovu responded, "They can't be that tough Mother. We could probably take them now."

Zira said, "No Kovu, I knew he would get this strong! That's why I wanted to kill him when I had the chance. With Simba, Kopa and their pride right behind them we wouldnt have a chance."

Vitani responded, "What do you mean, you've been training us for years. We can't just quit!"

Zira yelled, "I will never quit until the Pridelands are mine and Simba is dead. Then and only then can we avenge Scar's death!"

Then Kovu asked, "What do we do exactly?"

One hyena said, "I heard him and Simba talking, the prince's first hunt alone is tomorrow. We should just Ambush him."

Zira said, "No you bumbling idiot. We're going to do something else! This is perfect. I have an even better plan."

Kovu asked, "What's your plan Mother?"

Zira said, "You're going to pay your dear friend Kopa a visit."

Vitani asked, "What do you mean Mother?"

Zira said, "Vitani, I say we go with your plan. I've been considering it for years and I finally think it can work."

Vitani asked, "What do you mean my plan?"

Zira said, "You get in Simba's pride and gain Kopa's acceptance and Simba's trust. Then I will give the order and you will lead them to a secluded place where we will kill them."

Kovu said, "Simba isn't going to just let her join his Pride."

Zira said, "That's where these three step in," pointing to the hyena.

One hyena asked, "What's the plan Zira?"

Zira said, "I nearly caused him to drown to death when he was a cub. I did it before and I think I can do it again."

Vitani asked, "What do you mean?"

Zira said, "Listen up, I won't say this twice. We only have one chance to make this work."

Kovu asked, "How do we do that?"

Zira said, "During his hunt you three hyena catch his prey or scare the prey he goes after. Then, I will give the signal for you to get him in the ravine."

One hyena asked, "Why would we do that?" Zira said, "We'll break the wood in front of the dam, then the water will flood into ravine drowning him."

Vitani jumped in saying, "Wait, won't that kill him?"

Just as she said that, Nuka walked by and interrupted, "Isn't that the point, to kill him? Look at their perfect little lives and look at us! That's what they deserve."

"For once I agree with you Nuka. They deserve to die," said Kovu.

Zira said, "Yes they do need to die, but not yet."

Nuka said, "What! Why not mother?"

Zira said, "My sons, the prince won't die in the water. He will die by our claws."

Nuka asked, "What's the plan mother?"

Zira said, "If he dies, my plan will be ruined. Vitani, that's when I want you to jump in and save his life."

Vitani asked, "Then what do I do Mother?"

Zira said, "I suspect Simba will have someone watch his son from afar so he will come quickly when the prince is in danger. Then when you save Kopa, Simba will be right there. He will have no choice but to let you into his pride."

Kovu said, "If this all magically works out, what happens next?"

Zira said to Kovu, "Is that doubt in my plan Son?"

Kovu said, "Mother, some of your plan seems to be impossible. I personally would rather fight them."

Zira said, "We will. But you have to trust my plan."

Vitani said, "Anyway, what do I do after that?"

Zira said, "You do whatever they tell you to do until you gain their trust. Then as I said before, you lead them off to a secluded place, and we kill them. That is my plan."

One of the hyenas said, "We'll meet you at the rendezvous point tomorrow Zira."

Zira said, "Good, we'll see you there." Then the hyena's walked off. As they left, all of Zira's pride dispersed.

Nuka waited until Zira was alone and said, "When I listened to your plan, I never really heard what my part in the plan was."

Zira laughed and said, "Your part of the plan? All you're going to do is to wait here and do nothing!"

Nuka said, "But Mother, that's not fair! I have an idea."

Zira sighed and said, "Fine Nuka, let me hear this idea."

Nuka said, "Well mother, I was thinking about how Vitani didn't want us to kill Kopa. What if she gets too friendly with Kopa in Simba's pride?"

Zira asked, "What do you mean by that Nuka?"

Nuka said, "She instantly befriended him when they first met. What if she learns how father truly gained his throne and she trusts them then betrays us?"

Zira angrily said "Scar rightfully took his throne from that oaf of a brother Mufasa! Besides I've been preparing her for this plan for years. I know she won't fail me."

Nuka said, "Mother, I just want to watch her for a few days to make sure everything goes as planned. Then I'll report back to you."

Zira said, "Fine do as you wish, but it won't make a difference."

Nuka said, "Thank you Mother," as he walked away grinning. It's obvious he had a plan of his own for the future.

Meanwhile, Kovu and Vitani were sitting together, talking about the plan.

Kovu said, "You better be ready for tomorrow Sis."

Vitani said, "I'll be ready Kovu, I didn't do all of that training just to fail now."

Kovu said, "Well, how do you feel about seeing your old friend after all of this time?"

Vitani said, "It's been years Kovu. I doubt he even remembers me."

Kovu said, "Do you remember him?"

Vitani said, "Of course I do. I've thought about him almost every day."

Kovu said, "Well then I'm sure he's done the same."

Then Kovu said, "I'm sure Mother's plan will go just fine. If anyone can pull it off, I'm glad it's you."

Vitani said "Thank you Kovu. But this plan is not just for me. I have to succeed for everyone."

Author's Notes: I know what you're thinking, Zira working with Hyenas after they killed Scar but trust me Zira will repay them soon enough. Anyway I hoped you enjoyed this chapter. Also watch out for Nuka he's way more evil in my story than in the actual movie. Please read and review and I will update soon.