Author's Note:Gary2000, they will appear soon. Just a few more chapters. CSIMentalistTLK lover, I know but know they have to live with their punishment. I think that's better than death.

Mufasa woke up to a cold nose to the cheek. The golden lion blinked his amber eyes open to see his mother looking down at him. With a loud yawn he greeted the brownish lioness.

"Morning, mother."

Uru smiled lightly before nuzzling the young lion. "Morning, Mufasa. Your father and I wish to speak to you."

Mufasa sat up and stercthed before following the queen into the morning light. Outside the cave sat Ahadi with Rafiki standing not far.

"What's going on? Is Sarabi alright?"

Mufasa was worried. Most of the time Rafiki comes when something bad happens.

Ahadi smiled before nuzzling his son. "No. She's just fine. We are talk about you and Sarabi taking the throne."

Mufasa was beyond shocked. But instead of protesting he bowed his head. "I'll be honoured to take my place."

Uru smiled proudly before nodding towards Rafiki. After watching the baboon leave the queen turned back to her son.

"You and Sarabi shall take the throne in three weeks."

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The sun rose and fell like any other day. Soon the days caught up where the three weeks finally came around. Sarabi sat in the main cave being groomed by her friend, cousin and sister who is starting to show. The lionesses were busy grooming that they did not notice Khairi walk in. A clearing of a throat caused the lionesses to look towards the cave entrance.

"Daddy!"

The tannish beige lion smiled before embracing his daughter. "You look beautiful. Your mother would be proud. As I am."

Tears fell from the future queen's orange eyes. "Thanks pappa."

The sound of a elephant's trumpet caused everyone to stand. Khairi and Sarabi walked out with the three lionesses following. Father and daughter walked to the peak where Mufasa stood with Rafiki, Ahadi and Uru. Once Khairi and Sarabi reached the peak the tannish beige lion nuzzled and licked his daughter's cheek before turning to sit by his younger daughter and niece.

Mufasa smiled lovingly at his fiancee. "You look beautiful."

Rafiki walked over and took some fruit juice and spread it across their heads. As he chanted a spiritual chant. With a smile the Sherman turned to the gathered animals.

"The new king and queen!"

Mufasa and Sarabi nuzzled lovingly before roaring to the kingdom.

The pride and animals cheered before chanting. "Long Live King Mufasa! Long Live Queen Sarabi!"

From they're banishment Abasi and Taka watched the wedding and crowning in disgust. Their time will shine, real soon.