Years later, Moyo had transformed into a mighty male lion, Throughout his journey, he had learned, following the ways of his clan.
In the Pridelands, Moyo's existence was disputed as many people are calling him a myth. Scar's legacy is still felt, and rumors circulate about whether he truly had a son or not. Kovu, the current heir to Scar, was "Handpicked" by Scar himself, Well according to Zira.
"Ah, Moyo, welcome back! What kept you so long?" Kito inquired curiously.
"Just the usual, handling the Clan's responsibilities," Moyo replied
"Well, speaking of that, someone is specifically asking for you to be present," Kito revealed.
"Who is it?" Moyo asked
"I'm not sure, but he has an offering for you," Kito answered
"Lead the way, I'm eager to hear what this opportunity entails," Moyo said.
Ever since Moyo became a member of the clan, he has honed his skills and become renowned as one of the best. The clan is famous for its expertise in tracking and hunting, so whoever is requesting their assistance likely has a challenging task or a formidable target in mind.
"Greetings," greeted Hofu, extending a warm welcome to both Moyo and Kito.
Moyo inquired, "Greetings to you as well. What requests do you have for us?"
Hofu's instructions were clear, "What I want you to do today is to find a lioness named Ponya. You're going to bring her to me, and the deal will be set."
Kito, ensuring fairness, asked, "And what will you offer in return for a trade? Just to remind you that this isn't a free task."
Hofu confidently replied, "I will provide you with a large plot of land, big enough to build a settlement, or even form a thriving civilization. You can use it as you see fit."
Moyo recalled, "Didn't you mention that the clan needs a huge pot of land before?"
Kito confirmed, "Yes, we do."
Hofu reiterated, "The offer stands. Will you take the job or not? I was told you were the best."
Moyo accepted, saying, "I will."
"Very well," Hofu acknowledged with a nod, sealing the agreement.
Moyo embarked on a monumental journey to find the mysterious lioness following the deal. His path led him through diverse landscapes, crossing numerous forests, jungles, and deserts. However, it was in the desert that he was likely to find the elusive lioness.
Moyo asked Hofu, "Where was she last seen? I need clues."
Hofu advised, "Your best bet is the Changalands. You can find her there."
At last, Moyo arrived at the desert region known as the Changalands—a vast expanse of sand and dunes with its own thriving civilization. As he traversed the arid landscape, he couldn't help but wonder what awaited him in this mysterious place, Whoever this Ponya is, It would give him a lot of Fortune if he ever found her.
"Excuse Me," Moyo approached. "Can I ask for some directions?"
"What do you wish?" a coyote replied, intrigued by Moyo's presence. "Your kind is very rare here."
Moyo acknowledged, "I understand. Do you happen to know about a lioness named Ponya?"
"Oh, you seek the same goal," the coyote responded, recognizing Moyo's quest.
Surprised, Moyo inquired, "What do you mean? I wasn't the first?"
The coyote confirmed, "Yes, you aren't the first. But I will lead you to her, follow me."
"Alright, may I ask what is your name?" Moyo requested.
"Tembezi, yours?" the coyote, Tembezi, asked.
"Moyo," he replied.
As the two ventured on their journey to find Ponya, Tembezi led Moyo to a location known to be guarded by a formidable pack of coyotes. The path was treacherous, weaving through dense thickets and unforgiving terrain. The air was thick with tension as they approached the territory of their adversaries.
"I'll leave you here. You can find me in the same location," Tembezi said "She is at there, Inside the den"
Curious, Moyo asked, "Why is she being guarded?"
"As I said before, you aren't the first," Tembezi replied solemnly. "Someone has already captured her, and it's your job to free her."
"I see," Moyo acknowledged.
"Farewell and good luck," Tembezi wished him, adding, "Don't die."
"Thanks, I won't. Good luck to you as well," Moyo replied.
"Now, how can I break through this?" Moyo pondered
As Moyo stealthily made his way through the guards, an unexpected encounter occurred. An Ostrich suddenly appeared, taking on the Guards with impressive agility. Seeing an opportunity to join forces, Moyo decided to assist the Ostrich in the fight.
"Who are you? You did good," Moyo inquired
"I am on a mission to find a lioness named Ponya," the Ostrich replied.
"I am as well, Clan work?" Moyo asked
"I work alone," the Ostrich responded firmly.
"Understood," Moyo acknowledged as more Guards approached.
"More Coyotes are incoming! Get ready!" Moyo warned, preparing for the intensifying battle.
The two fought fiercely against the Guards, but the numbers seemed overwhelming this time, and the Ostrich expressed distress. "I cannot be captured, we shall run" He suggested
"Wait, no, don't!" Moyo interjected, refusing to give up. "We can fight them together."
The fight raged on, and with a strategic plan, Moyo managed to defeat all the Coyotes, achieving victory.
"Your skills are impressive," The Ostrich complimented "May I know your name?"
"Moyo," he answered.
"Dege," the Ostrich replied
"Let's go to the Den," Moyo suggested, wanting to proceed with their shared mission.
"Looks like we can share the reward when we finally capture her," Dege proposed.
"Deal," Moyo agreed, their collaboration sealed.
As they entered the den, they were met with an astonishing revelation—the Lioness they were hunting was just a cub.
"Wait, what... A cub?!" Moyo exclaimed in disbelief.
"Yes, she is a cub. According to the information I have received, I have been ordered to execute her," Dege said.
"Wait, what?!" Moyo was taken aback by the grim revelation.
"It is an order," Dege explained, but Moyo's conscience revolted against harming the young and innocent.
"Capturing and harming younglings is against my clan code!" Moyo declared, feeling a strong sense of duty.
"Are you one of those people who have come to capture me?!?" Ponya, the lioness cub, asked innocently.
"Kind of," Dege admitted, but before he could act, Moyo made a lethal move, Striking him with his claw leaving the Ostrich unconscious.
"Uhh... What just happened?" Ponya asked, Confused
"I just saved your life! Now follow me!" Moyo commanded.
"So this is where all the hype is about," Tembezi remarked, looking at the cub with curiosity. "She is just a cub."
Moyo replied, "Once I come back, I am going to need a lot of answers. Thanks for helping me, Tembezi."
"You're welcome," Tembezi replied
With the cub now under Moyo's possession, he couldn't help but feel a sense of responsibility for Ponya's well-being. As they continued their journey, the questions swirling in his mind only grew stronger. Why was he sent to capture a cub? And what was it about Ponya that made her the target of so much harm?
"What are you supposed to be?" Ponya asked, looking at Moyo curiously.
"I can say the same about you," Moyo replied "What did you do, and why do so many people want to capture or hurt you?"
Ponya shook her head, her eyes filled with innocence. "I swear I don't know. I don't understand why so many want to harm me. I am innocent; I didn't do anything to deserve this."
"Understood," Moyo reassured her, empathizing with her plight. "Looks like we'll figure this out together."
As they made their way, they encountered a pack of territorial Coyotes blocking their path.
"Hey you, This is our territory!" The Coyote threatened "And that cub belongs to us!"
"I'm afraid that she is under my possession now," Moyo said firmly, unwilling to back down.
"Then so be it!" the Coyote responded, and the fight ensued once again.
This time, the odds were against Moyo, and he found himself outnumbered and overwhelmed by the Coyotes. As he lay there in pain, unable to stand, he thought he had reached his limit.
However, an unexpected occurrence changed the tide of the battle. Ponya let out a mighty roar that wasn't just a simple sound—it was a roar so powerful that it sent the Coyotes flying, saving Moyo from further harm. As the echoes of her roar subsided, Moyo couldn't believe his eyes. He wondered if he might be hallucinating, as the sky seemed to have heads when Ponya roared.
"What the?!" Moyo exclaimed, astonished by the inexplicable phenomenon.
As he examined Ponya, he noticed a peculiar marking on her shoulder, a symbol he had seen in ancient cave paintings of legendary creatures, but then a few seconds later, It disappeared.
"What are you, Ponya?" Moyo wondered aloud, unable to contain his curiosity.
Unconscious after her extraordinary display of strength, Ponya lay before him. Moyo realized there was so much more to this cub than he had initially thought. He knew he had to find answers to the mysteries surrounding Ponya's origins and the powers she possessed.