Welcome back to my fic! I'm KeiraMcJulian and I present to you my forth chapter! I know it's been long compared to how fast I usually give out my chapters but I have a lot to do so please accept this chapter (which I hope you will enjoy as much as the three first) as my humblest apologies. Read and review for more!

FOR WARNINGS SEE CHAP 1.

The ferocious wind engulfed the female's voices. Kovu ran to the other male and charged him on his back. He deployed all his forces to drag the golden-bronze male back to their shelter. Kiara roared in fear when a bolt lit up a fire on the dry wood of a dead tree, which fell directly in front of Kovu. Kovu managed to stop, avoiding to be crushed under the massive trunk.

The fire, swept away by the wind, became a wild brazier, running in the direction of Pride Rock. Caught by the flames, deranged by Sebek's weight on his back, Kovu backed away from the fire, which spread out faster with each blow of wind. The two helpless females couldn't see the males through the heavy smoke created by the fire.

We must help Kovu and Sebek! They'll get killed! yelled Vitani.

Both female ran through the brazier and coughed heavily as they struggled to clear their blurred vision. Finally Kiara took off with Vitani on her heels for Kovu's inert shape on the yellowed grass. Kiara licked Kovu's face hastily. Vitani did the same with Sebek. The two males blinked their eyes blindly. Kovu woke up and saw Sebek lying on the ground.

I can't carry him anymore! I'm too weak, said Kovu in a faint whisper. I can run but I can't carry him.

I will.

Simba's giant figure pierced the smoke and flames. With his power, he lifted Sebek and shifted his weight so it would be the as comfortable as it could be. The fast gallop awoke Sebek. He saw the ground being swallowed under the powerful lion's strides. Kovu followed closely on his right and the females on his left, Vitani being the closest to him. He saw something from his height that the others didn't seem to notice.

Ravine!

Sebek jumped off Simba's back. His sudden call and his movement made all the others sink their claws into the soft earth now covered with light ashes and slide stop just in time to avoid falling into the ravine.

Run at your left! Simba ordered.

We can't! The ravine is curving! Vitani objected.

We're trapped! Kovu said.

Then we must jump! Kiara said.

Jump? Vitani screamed.

It's a river down there! We can't die from this height! Kovu approved.

Go before the fire is too close! Simba commanded

Kovu and Kiara jumped in the water immediately followed by Vitani and Sebek. Simba jumped last and they all swam to the shore. The heavy-breathing lions halted for a moment. Kiara and Kovu side by side, Sebek and Vitani head to head and Simba between the two couples. Sebek shook himself first and looked around. He noticed that the ravine gently went back up and that they could easily reach Pride Rock passing by there. But suddenly, he realized the horrible thing about this whole adventure…

Lowering his head in defeat, Sebek walked to Simba. He lied down in front of the King. Simba looked at him in surprise. Vitani trotted over to Sebek. Sebek was about to say why he behaved this way when Simba spoke.

What is it?

Simba! Vitani called. Sebek wanted to tell you about what he found! It's by the riverbed!

The King walked to the place that Vitani motioned towards. He saw a few leaves and a sourplum soaked in water from the river.

Incredible… he murmured.

Isn't it! Vitani enthused.

You made it despite of the fire and wind?

I wanted to heal the Mother Queen. Nothing would have forbidden me to do so, Sire, Sebek said bowing to Simba.

Wow, you had them! Kovu exclaimed.

You really are incredible! Kiara marvelled.

We have to bring this to Sarabi! Vitani urged.

The five lions took off in a gallop and arrived at Pride Rock. There was a cortege of lionesses at the cave's entrance. All of them had worried faces. A mandrill was sitting by the Mother Queen who was harshly breathing. All of this, Sebek saw from the outside. He had stopped dead at the entrance of the cave. He wasn't allowed inside this cave.

The King nuzzled his mother tenderly. Queen Nala motioned to Sebek to come in. He came in with his tail tucked between his hind legs, not wanting to make a show of his accomplishment. He gave the ingredients to the mandrill to prepare.

What am I supposed to do with this? Rafiki asked.

Make her eat them, Sebek said in a low respectful voice.

These two simple things are supposed to heal her? Rafiki asked doubtfully.

Do as he says, Simba ordered in a tone that left no place for arguing.

Seeing Simba show him so much trust, Sebek felt warmth in his chest. He prayed that the fruit and leaves would really heal the old lioness. He wanted it for her but he had to admit for himself as well. Being a part of this world would mean a great deal to him.When the mandrill was done feeding Sarabi the ingredients, Sebek slowly turned away from the royal family. Vitani trotted over to him.

Don't go, she pleaded.

I'm sorry Miss but this isn't my place. I'm not a member of the Royal family, or a member of this pride yet. I'd rather remain at my place until your King decides otherwise.

You will be soon, Vitani assured.

Please Miss. You'd hurt me if it didn't turn out this way. Please leave this decision to your King. Now if you'll excuse me I shall go to my shelter.

Sebek bowed and left Vitani to her thoughts. " What a special lion. I must confess that he is quite interesting…" As he watched Vitani return to the cave, Sebek thought for himself "She is so kind. Beautiful coat in the moonlight also…"

Well that's all for now folks! Hope you enjoyed it! Review for more

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