After encountering Zira, Atrox began to stay near Pride Rock for a while before noticing the change in attitude from the lionesses. When he tried to hang with Simba or Nala, either Sarabi would send someone to watch them or they would separate them by saying Simba must learn his duties as future king. This happened multiple times since then. Atrox wasn't stupid by a long shot. He knows when he's not welcomed anywhere. After a talk with Mufasa and Rafiki. It was decided that he would finish his remaining time at Rafiki tree before leaving the Pride Lands.
His first week at Rafiki tree, he learned the arts of self-defense through watching a video from a strange device Rafiki calls a Cell Phone. It was difficult at first but after three days, Atrox was performing like he been doing it forever. He also learned several more skills like ninjitsu, color disruption, camouflage and stepping without a sound. Rafiki made sure to drill it in Atrox like a human Drill Sergeant.
A month later, he learns how to read and set strategic tactics on any foe. Of course he tested it against hippos and water bison for fun. Except he ate the bison along with testing out his newly acquired spices thanks to Rafiki and Cora teaching him. While Rafiki was teaching Atrox, Cora would train herself and sometimes visit Zira's Pride without detection to help train them in secret.
Speaking of Zira. At first she couldn't stand Cora, but after a discussion with her Pride, she agreed to train with the zebra. Especially after she found out how skillful she was. After several rounds with Zira and Cora nearly beating each other to the ground, they reach a point where they became neutral and consider themselves as family to one another. As the season went on, eventually Shenzi and her two comrades were allowed to join them before setting course for Rafikis' tree.
After 5 months, Atrox have mastered almost everything he learned from Rafiki and by sneaking under the human nose observing them. His size can easily be compared to Mufasa's. He's larger than Mufasa by three inches. But Atrox head size on the other hand is 4 inches wider than Mufasa's and he's only 1yrs old. During his early time training, Nuka would observe before joining Rafikis' Boot camp much to Zira's delight. Like Atrox, Nuka mastered the combat part of the training with ease. But had difficulty concentrating on eating fruits. Overall, Zira's Pride along with Cora and Shenzi's group became a force to be reckoned with. All that's left is to wait for whenever Atrox leaves.
At the current moment, Atrox is hunting a full grown water Bison alone. He knows that due to his size, the herd would've seen him a mile away. However, with the training he undertook and the skills he perfected, he'll be alright. All he's waiting on is the right timing.
****On the other side of the hunting ground****
"Simba pay close attention because today you and Nala will learn about hunting strategies". I'm sure Mufasa has already taught you how to do it, buy it doesn't hurt to observe us in action", stated Sarabi.
Sigh' I'm listening" stated Simba uninterested while Nala is excited.
Come on Simba, you'll be king one day so cheer up!
She's right you know. Cheer up!
"I know I should be happy, but would it hurt if Atrox was here" he mumbled.
"Look Simba, I know that you miss Atrox, but either way, you have to do your duty as king while learning your place in the circle of life" finished Sarafina.
Seeing Simba silent, Sarabi and the rest of the lionesses prepared to go hunting before picking out their prey. They chose the big one.
However, what they saw next made them freeze in surprise while some of them arousal.
The same water Buffalo they pick took off running before they saw a large cat not far from its size appeared from the tall grass. It closed the distance with his prey before tackling it and bringing the water Buffalo down, followed by clamping his large jaws on the throat of the Buffalo before ripping the head off with brute strength. It was so savage like, the herd was about to corner the giant lion. That was until the young male let out a roar so loud that it created shockwaves and could be felt all across the Pride Lands. Feeling the power from the lion, the remaining Buffalo's quickly fled away as the lion began severing several parts of meat from his meal.
****Atrox point of view****
After cutting several parts of the limbs with my claws, I couldn't help but wonder just what kind of meal Cora and Zira will cook this time? At the thought alone is enough to make me drool. I guess I'll just have to wait until I get back with our meal. They said they weren't going to do all meat this time. Oh well, thought the male while finishing striping his meal of all its contents and tying up the meat together before tossing all of it on his back.
Alright, now that I... "Sniff, sniff" oh crap. It seems I've been spotted. Time to go!
****Other perspective view****
"Dammit! Sarafina, Lola, hurry corner him!"
Yes mam! They said as each of the lionesses came out of their hiding place while pursuing their target.
Suddenly more members of their Pride joined in pursuit but couldn't seem to catch their target as he cut a quick corner and leaped over a few of them like a reindeer.
Just how is he doing that? It's not natural that a lion could do something like that while carrying all those pounds of meat? Questioned Lola while Sarafina caught a quick glimpse of the lion up close. (Ahem' at the sight of the jewels of course)
"Wait a minute, I know that color scheme. Only one other lion I know of has that color", she thought before thinking of a certain cub.
Are you sure?
Only one way to find out.
Atrox! She called out at which the male lion stopped.
"So it is him" she thought while checking out the muscle details on the large identified lion.
Turning around to look them in the face, they all blushed. Including Sarabi.
"Oh my, Atrox you've grown a great deal since we last met five months ago. Perhaps a thorough examination is in demand" purred Sarafina while looking Atrox up and down.
The rest of the lionesses weren't any better. They couldn't stop looking at how handsome Atrox became. Especially the females behind him. They so happen to have have a glorious view of Atrox expanded jewels that could barely be hidden by his fur.
"Amazing! I know there huge!" "Yeah, but look how tall and muscular he is". "Look at the size of his head". "His head is wider than Mufasa!" "And those beautiful eyes along with his color pattern". "He's a color I've never seen before". "I like the Mohawk on his head though" were the comments of the surrounding lionesses.
Sarabi gulped while staring at the youth's face. That was before Lola nudged her.
Ahem' Atrox you've been missing in action from Pride Rock for five months. Care to explain? She asked while gaining the attention of Pride while Zazu appeared with Simba and Nala.
I think we all know why I'm not residing at Pride Rock. Isn't that right Lola? He asked with a knowing grin.
So you admit to mating with Zira? As for that matter, the zebra and hyena's as well? Accused Sarabi but got no answer. All the Pride went from starting to disgust.
How could you?! There are other lioness's you could've done that with! Disgraceful! He is not one of us! Disgrace for shame! Ranted the lionesses. The only ones that didn't speak on it were Sarabi, Sarafina, and Lola.
Nala and Simba were confused, However, Simba did understand the word "mate" means, thanks to Mufasa teaching him.
"Well that answers your question Queen Sarabi" he stated before turning around to the north as his fur took on a wet silk like texture with water.
"Take care Simba. I hope we meet again in years to come" he said before vanishing into thin air.
****At Rafikis' Tree****
Here's the meat. Sorry about the wait. I had some "delays".
Delays by who my dear? Asked Cora while bending over gathering the spice at same time giving him a nice view.
"The Pride Rock residents".
"And what do they want, they didn't hurt you did they?" Asked a worried Zira checking for any injuries.
Placing Zira on his lap, he nuzzled his big head against his mate. "Nah", nothing much but questions". "Besides, they couldn't take me on if they could".
A pinch to the ear was his response from Zira.
What did we say about overconfidence? Don't you remember what happened in training?
"Yeah I do but did you seriously have to do it that hard?"
Seeing the large male holding his ear, Zira smirked in satisfaction before leaning to his unharmed ear.
"Perhaps after a bath you could get me back" she spoke coyly wile licking him before getting off his lap walking to the meat pile with a sway in her wide hips.
Ahem' Atrox, a bath please? The food will be done once you're finished washing your clothes.
Sigh', fine you two win this round. I'll go take a bath now.
After he left out of Cora and Zira sight. Both of them shared a look.
We should've told him, huh? "Nah, he'll be alright, but I hope he understands that's his duty from now on" finished Zira.
"Yeah, you're right" finished Cora while placing the Herb's in the big pot.
****At the pond 3yds away****
Finally making it there, he looked around before departing the tall grass. That was on his mind at first until his eyes went wide from looking at three busty hyenas along with Zira's busty Pride members taking a bath. The two new zebra's was the first to notice his presence before the rest did.
"Well, isn't this a surprise? Atrox come and join us" replied Doti while licking her lips. Don't worry we won't hurt, unless you could show them how you did Zira" stated Spec while every female stared him or more specifically his sacred friend.
Well that was an unexpected response" he said while sitting in the large pond while splashing water on his face.
Anyway now that you've arrived I think it's time to introduce ourselves to our three new members. I'll go first, I'm Shenzi an outcast hyena.
Hi I'm Edi.
"Janae" stated the last hyena.
That was quick. My name is Doti and I'm apart of Zira's former Pride, next.
Spec for speckles.
Poker.
Zanya.
Shira.
Juri.
Frost.
Okay, so what's your name? Asked Frost.
The zebra with the purple streaks started first. Hello, my name is velvet. I think you know why I'm here.
Yep.
Zecora" spoke the next one who had blue streaks in her stripes.
"Good", now that's out of the way. Why don't you give a welcoming greeting, king Atrox? Asked an aroused Spec rubbing his chest.
Now hold on just a second "purrrrr".
You now he's gonna show you no mercy, right Shenzi?
I'm aware and that's what I want. Come my sisters and new sisters. Let's enjoy this moment to the fullest! She finished while stroking Atrox enormous zebra size sword.
Back in the cooking area, Zira and Cora paused at hearing the members of their family moan in ecstasy.
"I told them he's more than enough" thought Zira with a smirk.
30 minutes later****
Watching Atrox mate with all the females nonstop in plain sight is Sarafina. What she saw made her very aroused and curious. Especially after dominating the hyenas.
"One day. Just you wait" she murmured to herself while watching the anthro's go at it.