[quote="Ninaroja"]I voted for "I was just trying to be brave, like you..."
Not only is it cute, but a large part of Simba's character growth can relate back to that line. He has to overcome his fears to return to Pride Rock and to overthrow Scar i.e. bravery

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Gosh yes, very well said. Also for me, it serves as a little nod to how Simba measures himself up to Mustafa. (Coming so soon after comparing his paw print too.) Maybe his royal life so far had been quite a pressured one, especially considering that he has a father who seems to be a very dedicated and professional king, and is obviously keen for Simba to be the same.