I do not own Lion King.

I wish but I don't or any other movies i love.

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

****Thank you for all the help. ****

If anyone hasn't noticed there a lot of twists and differences in my story than in the movie. But the storyline is basically the same. So I will have all of the major events appear in the story. Just told in a different way with extras! :)

Don't worry the rest of the chapters are all longer. -sashafyr1

Oh and i am skipping the part with Timon, Pumba, the birds, and the rhinos. Im doing something different.

By the time I returned to Pride Rock my father was inside. Kovu must not have been allowed in the cave because he was outside of it sitting in the shade of a boulder. After the talk with my father I realized I wanted to become more and more uncooperative to irritate my father. He really hurt my feelings so I decided I was going to lash out with revenge. So instead of going into the cave I went to go sit with Kovu. He was sleeping, and lightly snoring. I sat down next to him and scooted real close to him. I never realized how cold it was outside at night. If anyone had been passing me and Kovu sleeping like this they would think that we were in a relationship. That is NOT what I was aiming for though. I was just cold. Who am I kidding? I have feelings for Kovu. I don't know where they came from. I just got to know the guy and I feel like we already have a connection. The worst thing that can happen from my situation is Kovu not returning my feelings. I didn't care what would happen if my father caught me in the act. The consequences would not be as bad as if Kovu left and never returned. It has been forever since I have seen him. But I feel this time if I lose him again I would not be able to live without him. I kept contemplating what would happen with me and Kovus relationship. I slowly drifted off into sleep and waited for what the next day would be bring. Tomorrow is the day that determines my future. I just know it.

It was quite easy for Simba to let me join the pride. I am not officially part of it yet because i have to prove myself. So just act all sweet and innocent and mozy my way into his sons heart is basically what he was saying. Well in Kovu language anyway. But anyway Simba made sure i was not going in to the cave he called home. So the only comfortable option i was up for was sleeping in the shade of a boulder. Home sweet Home. For now anyway. I laid down and fell asleep. But i was awakened a little later by warmth in my right side. I squinted my eyes open and looked to see what the warmth was. It turned out to be Ito. He had made himself comfortable in my fur. I saw he was shivering. So i put one paw around him and pulled in close. His head went onto my other paw. So i was left with two options. Stay awake or rest my head on his. I yawned. That was a good enough reason for me to sleep. So i rested my head on his and tried to fall back to sleep. But to say I was afraid of Simba walking in on us was an understatement. I was terrified. He would probably rip Ito away from me and then eat me alive. HaHa what a beautiful nightmare.

I wasn't worried about Ito. I knew he would return home shortly after me. So I went into the cave to see Kovu standing there trying to find a good place to lie down. I internally growled. I didn't want to awaken some of the half asleep lions so I whispered his name. "Kovu." He then turned to me. I motioned for him to leave the cave with me. When we both were outside of the cave I said to him in a whisper, "I may have reserved my judgment of you but that does not mean you will stay inside with my pride. So I will only say this once. STAY OUT." I said in a threatening tone. I then left him out there to his own devise.

When I awoke I was as warm as ever even a little hot. I was wrapped in Kovus warmth. It felt so good to be with him and not on the cold ice floor of the cave. I slowly got myself untucked from his arm and went to the cave to see if anyone was awake yet. Everyone was still asleep. Even father who must have been tired from the events that happened yesterday. I left the mouth of the cave and went over to Kovu and put one paw on his body and started to shake him. He slowly awoke with a big yawn. He opened his eyes and looked into mine. It felt like he could see right through me. "Glad you're awake sleepy head." I said smiling. He didn't respond just yawned again and stretched. I then realized how much bigger he was then me. He had a lot more muscles throughout his body while my body was lean and thin. He also was a good 5 inches taller than me with more hair on his mane and tail. He looked like a god.

He finally responded. "What are you looking at?"

I cleared my throat. "Um. Nothing. I was just wondering why you left your pride." It wasn't a complete lie because I was curious.

Of course came a big sigh. "It's none of your business." I gave him a hurt look. I could tell he regretted his words. "I'm sorry I don't know why I just said that."

I smiled again. "That's okay. I wanted to say thank you for saving my life yesterday. I may not seem grateful but I truly am."

"What kind of hunter are you anyway? Almost got yourself killed." Kovu rolled his eyes.

" Oh and I suppose your any better?"

"Well yeah. Actually a lot better." He then started to walk away but what I asked next stopped him.

"So you could teach me then? If you're up to it." I smiled.

"Haha. I look forward to it." Kovu said then walked to the end of Pride rock and looked at the Outlands. I was about to ask him if he missed home when father came out of the cave. "Ito, son, walk with me." I quickly followed.

"Ito, I am sorry about what I said to you last night. Your mother and I just want the best for you." I could see the tears in his eye.

"Father, it's okay. Don't cry." I then felt the tears falling down my face.

"Oh. Ito you had me so worried. Last night I had a dream that it wasn't me in the gorge it was you. And I was your grandfather but saving you. The wildebeest were coming so fast. I couldn't reach you in time. It was terrible. I woke in a cold sweat and saw you were not in the cave. Then I got really scared. I left going to go look for you when I saw you and… Kovu." Father couldn't look at me in the eye when he said Kovus name.

Me crying made me feel so young and small. "No daddy. I'm sorry. I was being rebellious to you because you said I could not hunt anymore. So when I saw Kovu I sat down with him. But it was cold so I scooted really close to him. I was just cold." New tears fell. I didn't like denying my feelings for Kovu. But the tears in my father's eyes seemed to hurt me more. He then looked at me in the eyes with anger.

"How dare you lie to me Ito? I know exactly how confused you are about your feelings for Kovu. Please don't deny it son. You will only hurt yourself. I just want to make sure if you and Kovu do decide to do anything that you know you are making the right decision. Now go. We shall talk more later. I am going to go talk with Rafiki." He gave me a hurt smile and walked away. I knew what I had to do now. Find Kovu.

I finally got back to Pride rock and he was still in the same place that I left him.

I yelled up to him "KOVU!" He then looked down at me and put on a smug smile.

"You look so small down there! Haha!"

"Haha very funny. I have to talk to you. So hurry up." I said getting impatient.

"Okay. "He said getting up. When he finally made his way down to where I was I jumped on him.

"WOAH. What are you doing?" He yelled a little surprised at my attack.

"You are going to answer my question and I won't let you up till you do." I said waiting for him to say something. "Okay my question. I'll ask it now. Any moment now. It is coming…."

"Just ask me the question." I was just about to ask him about my feelings for him but I improvised instead.

"Can you teach me to hunt now?" He almost looked relieved at my question.

He responded with an effortless "Whatever."

I acted like I wasn't fazed by his attitude. "Great."

I was in the bushes in crouching position sneaking up on Kovu. I waited 3 seconds because Kovu told me to count, and the i jumped. But Kovu expected this and instantly tripped me. I rolled right into a bush of daisies, my tail flooped onto the top of my head. "Oof. Saw me coming didnt you."

He gave one of those unamuzed looks. "Uh yea. Heard you is more like it. Your breathing too loudly."

"Im sorry this isnt that easy." I said.

He still was unimpressed. "Hmph. It is easy. You are just not trying. Feel the earth through your paws steady and calm." He shifted paws on the ground and stood completley still.

"I am too trying. Your just not a very good teacher." I said while mimicking his movement with his paws.

"Alright. Thats enough. Maybe if you are up to it we can continue this tomorrow."

"Okay. At this rate im going to need all the help i can get." I said bumping him in the shoulder playfully. We both laughed then it got akwardly silent. He broke it.

"Ito. I need to ask you something." He didnt wait for an awnser as he continued. "What do you think about me?" I was shocked at his question but so happy. Finally one of us had the guts to ask the other about their feelings.

"To be honest, your arrogant, snobbish, and... cute. Really cute." I admitted to it.

"Wow. I knew it. I knew i was cute." He said smiling. I gagged jokingly.

"Your so self absorbed. So, what do you think about me?" I asked for an honest response.

"Well since you were so honest with me i shall return the favor. You are an irresponsible, childish, and annoying lion. But i can't stop thinking about you."

"Is that supposed to be a good thing?" I asked faking my impatience.

"Of course. I cant get your beautiful face out of my mind." He said very seriously. While he was smiling, I formed a frown. He noticed this immediatley. "What?"

"What do you mean beautiful face? Am i a girl now?" I asked a little upset.

He looked suprised. "Usually people take that as a compliment." I could tell he was sincere.

"Im sorry. I knew you meant well." I said rubbing against him and purring. A growl irrupted from his throat. I looked up into his eyes and i could tell he wasnt looking at me.

"Kovu?" I asked concern in my voice.

"Sorry. Its nothing. Lets head back." He said quickly then turned to leave. I stood staring at him confused at his behavior. "Are you coming?" He asked impatiently.

"Yes sorry." I rushed to walk next to him and he moved close to me and started to make a growling noise that was very possessive. I smiled knowing that Kovu was being protective of me.

I loved having Ito returning his feelings to me. I felt like it was my duty to protect him. I wonder he noticed what i was growling about. Nuka should not have been there. Nuka is my idiot older brother who was about to walk right up to Ito and i when i had to growl at him to say GO AWAY. He got the hint right away. Lukily Ito didnt as clueless as he is. I do really like Ito and he cannot find out about what is going on. The plan cannot be ruined. It cant and wont. Soon i will have to put the plan into motion. Soon I will take back the Pridelands so I can avenge Scar.

I made my way to the big tree hoping to find Rafiki there. "Rafiki if your there I need your help!" I yelled up to the tree. No response. I mumbled "must not be here right now." As i started to walk away Rafiki responded.

"Simba. I got news from Mufasa that Ito and Kovu have been getting close. I worry because Kovus heart is filled with hate and resentment towards you and the pride." Rafiki said voice low and shaking his head.

"What about Ito? Will Kovu corrupt him? I need to know my son will be safe."

"No Simba I dont know. You should talk to young Kovu and see if his heart is true. Zira has made him think evil things." Rafiki said sad.

"I shall talk to him. He will not be accepted into the pride if his intensions are untrue. Thank you Rafiki. We shall talk again."

"Of course Simba. Just... go easy on him." He said with a weak smile. I nodded my head in understanding. I walked home. I first needed to talk to Nala and see what would be the best way to approach Kovu without him raising any suspicions about my theories.

When i returned home, Nala was outside watching a giraffe reach its long neck up to eat. "Nala." She turned her head to me. "I need some advice."