You back off, Kion. That's my tree!
[Steps forward] Your tree?
I found it first, so step aside.
[Shakes his head] No way! You can't tell me what to do!
Uh, actually, she can. [Sits in between Kiara and Kion] For the next few days, Kiara will be Queen.
Me?
Her? Queen? Dad, what's going on?
Kiara will be acting queen while your mom and I are away in Kilio Valley.
Kilio Valley? You're visiting the elephants?
[Somberly] Yes, we have a funeral to attend. [Looks down sadly] My friend, Aminifu, passed away.
I remember him.
He was a wise elephant.
Yes. He helped the Pride Lands return to normal after Scar was defeated. Once the elephants returned, all the other animals followed, and the Circle of Life came back into balance. And now... [Watches some leaves spiral into the air] Aminifu has completed his part of the Circle of Life.
I'm so sorry, Dad. Uh, how long will you be gone?
Just a few days. [Lifts an uncertain Kiara's chin up with his paw] And I'll let you in on a little secret. [Nuzzles Kiara] I was nervous about ruling the Pride Lands at first too.
[Chuckles] I'm not nervous. Well, maybe a little.
It's okay. I have faith in you.
[Simba and Kiara nuzzle. Kion looks expectedly at Simba]
And the Lion Guard. Just keep the peace and everything will be fine.
I won't let you down, Dad.
I know, Princess. Or should I say queen?
[Kion looks shocked]
[Chuckles nervously]
