I do not own Lion King.

I wish but i dont or any other movies i love.

WARNING: YAOI boy/boy romance ( the worst thing is nuzzling) so no adult content or cursing.

*****And I am sorry for such short chapters but this one is longer. Thank you for the help*****

Here I am being carried by my father home. My mother in front of us leading the way. She turned around once and the look of disappointment on her face killed me. I wanted to cry into her telling her I was sorry and how I was so scared. But I kept my mouth shut. We were slowly making our way back home when of course that dodo head of a bird made his way toward us. When he finally landed in front us he looked at me dead in the eyes and gave me one of the most furious stares he has ever made.

"Young sire, I am appalled at your behavior. You didn't even want to play that ridiculous game did you? I counted for 30 seconds and looked everywhere for you. I thought you might have gone back to Pride rock and when I asked your father he said that you hadn't returned then I got very worried. You know you had us all worried. We all went looking for you young sire. Where the baboon were you?" Zazu asked infuriated.

"Im sorry Zazu. Im sorry but I wanted to explore and I mean really explore." I said while lowering my gaze. I couldn't look Zazu in the face.

I was then put on the ground by my father. I instantly turned to face him but he wouldn't look at me. He looked to Zazu and said "Thank you Zazu. I need to talk to my son. We shall talk later." He then turned around to face a group of zebras grazing. Instinctively I went to stand next to my father. I turned my head to see Zazu huff and fly away. Deep inside I was wishing Zazu didn't leave me alone with my father. I sat down right next to him and looked up to see him still looking at the zebras. I was about to say something but dad beat me to it.

"Ito do you know how disappointed I am in you? You disobeyed not only mine but Zazus order to not stray too far. And you- yes he told me about what he told you to do." He said after I gave him one of those looks of HE TOLD YOU? "Ito you don't understand how much I care about your safety. I love you so much and I just want to make sure you are alright at all times. You had me scared out of my mind today. I was so mad I could have killed Zira when I heard that she might have hurt you if I wasn't there."

I then started to cry. "I'm sorry daddy. I didn't mean to get into danger. I really wanted to explore. I.. just… want… to…. Explore." I said while sobbing. I nuzzled into my dad and thankfully he nuzzled back. He hopefully wasn't mad at me anymore. As if reading mind he said,

"I am not mad at you I just you to understand if you disappoint me or your mother again you will be really sorry." He then smiled. "And as future king-"

"What if I don't wanna be king? It looks no fun." I replied defensively.

"That's like saying you don't want to be a lion. It's in your blood. As am I. We are one."

Its been six years since then. And today is the first time Ito will be going on a hunt.

I have waited for the day i would have freedom to do what i want. And that day is today. I walked out of the cave to see all the lionesses waiting outside congratulating me on my big day. "My how you've grown." "Its a big day." and even some "Well lets see if he follows Simbas rules today!"

I honestly could not wait to catch my first prey. My father had told me about the thirll of catching his first prey. And to be honest it sounded quite amazing and that is just what i need to fufill my adventure needs. Yes i still love to explore but this exploring today is the first time ill be able to go without permission or someone else to go with. And plenty more to come. I walked over to my mother, father, timon and pumba.

"Father you have to promise me you will let me do this on my own? No followers." I said motioning my head to Timon and Pumba who started whistling when i looked their way. Then i looked at my mother who raised an eyebrow in question to my father who then looked between me and my mother and then finally rested on me.

"Oh all alright. But remember stay in the Pridelands."

I nodded my head in understanding and hurried down the hill to start my hunt.

I have to make sure he will be alright. "Timon, Pumba come over here." They started to walk over and Timon spoke first, he always seemed to.

"Hey ya Simba. What can we do for you?"

"I need you to keep an eye on Ito for me. Make sure he stays out of trouble will ya?"

This time Pumba spoke. "Of course Simba. As his first hunt he could use the help."

"No Pumba i just need you to follow him and make sure he is alright."

"Dont worry Simba i knew what you meant. I got Pumba and Ito under control. No need to worry." Timon siad with a salute.

"Thats what i was afraid of." Simba said as he watched Timon and Pumba follow after his son.

I was in the pounce stance watching the antelopes eating the tall grass when i heard the rustle. I turned to see Timon and Pumba arguing on what grub to eat for dinner in the shrubs. I walked right up to them and was fuming with anger.

"WHAT ARE YOU TWO DOING HERE?" i yelled at the two.

"Uh, uh hey Ito we were just looking for some grub. And seemed to come across the same place you did. Catch anything yet?"

"No Timon i just started. You and Pumba would know because you two have been following me. Did my father send you? I knew he would never give me a chance to do this on my own. Well i'am going to get that chance. Im going to hunt alone. AWAY form the pridelands." And with that said i ran. I could hear them calling my name as i disappeared into new territory. I was going to hunt and when i was done i would return home with my meal and prove to my dad that i dont need any supervision.

I ran into a field with plenty of animals. I should probably start with something smaller and easier to catch than an antelope. They seemed a little difficult to grab when i watched my dad chase them. Even though i tried before i was interrupted i still want to pick an easier target. I settled on a baby warthog running around alone. I felt bad for it being so young but as my father said. "It's the great circle of life." And just before i was about to get a plan set up, I smelled it.

It was smoke, i looked around for the source and there it was to my left coming quick. I got so scared i stood stalk still i didnt know what to do.

There he was. Standing there. I knew the plan. Get to him. Pretend to save him. And get closer to his pride. The fire was coming quick and he was still standing there. My mom pushed me forward which was the sign that it was time to go. She yelled after me "Good Luck, Kovu my son."

I ran at him. He glanced at me with eyes so wide. He was coughing.

"Let's go. WE HAVE TO MOVE!" i yelled at him but all he did was shake with fear and continued to cough. So i got underneath him and lifted him up onto my back. I then looked for an escape route. He must of passed out on my back becuase there was no movement or noise coming from him. I ran and jumped over a log. I then ran through a field ablaze. But it was my only way. So i jumped the flames and continued my way to more flat land the suddenly we both dropped. I didnt realize i was falling till i could not feel my stomach or Ito on my back anymore. We landed in the water with a loud smack. I swam to the top and saw Ito just about to sink. I grabbed him by the scruff of the neck and doggypaddled back to shore. When we reached the shore he then seemed to regain conciousness. Just my luck. So i gave him some room.

"COUGH-COUGH. Wh-where am i?" he asked delirious.

"Your safe. In the pridelands." I said with a smirk at the frown that formed on his face.

"In the- Why did you bring me here? WHO do you think you are?" he asked angrily getting up.

"I think im the one that just saved your life princie boy. You should be thankful."

"Well im not now get out of my way." he said while trying to get around me.

"No. I think its best you're here. I am worried you may hurt." He must of remebered that corny line from the day we met!(**THAT LINE IS NOT EXACTLY THE SAME AS THE ONE IN THE LAST CHAPTER. **)

He then gave me the cutest face. Wait did i say cutest? "Kovu?" he smiled. Of course i smiled back.