[Closed] Little Stranger (Taraji Chapter 1)

[NightmareMoon]

Kiara spoke to Mila and Mila listened to what she was saying. She had never really thought about or even considered having a cub. The thought of such a confusing concept made her blush furiously as she lowered her head towards the ground in embarrassment. She just chuckled, as she could not think of anything to say of the matter.

After Kiara had finished speaking about retrieving more water for the cub, Mila felt the need to help Kiara out and do what she had asked, helping even further. Mila herself was becoming quite attached to the adorable ball of fur cradled in Kiara's loving embrace, and was willing to help whenever it was needed. Although it was not her cub to look after, she felt the duty to help out in raising the cub anyway. It was just such a cute cub and it was so weak... it broke her heart.

When Kiara looked at Amanda and began speaking, she just listened. She listened to Kiara talk to Amanda about how she and the new cub could play together later when she was strong enough. Mila hoped it wouldn't be long before that date came. She couldn't stand seeing others in pain, or in misery.

Once Kiara had finished talking to Amanda, Mila whispered to Kiara so Amanda wouldn't hear her. "Are you sure you don't need water for her now?" She asked in a quiet yet relaxed voice, trying not to sound stressed. She didn't want to have Kiara thinking it was stressing her out.

[Mike]

Vitani headed off toward the den Simba had assigned Daxis. It wasn't the best land available, but that was to be expected for a strange male. It was still comfortable enough though, and it had a small waterhole not far away. She tried to keep up a pleasant conversation with him, she thought she could relate to his situation of always having to be strong and show that you're in charge.

"I'm glad Simba let you stay with us Daxis, it's always great to meet a new fellow pridelander. You'll find that we're usually all very friendly and relaxed. This is a terrific pride, the best and strongest around. There's always plenty to eat due to the skills of the hunting parties, and Simba's strong enough to protect us from almost anything. You're lucky to be one of us."

Vitani finished her little speech and waited for his reaction. It was tough to talk to this lion, but she kept it up, hoping that he'd respond with honesty and trust.

[SinChei]

Daxis followed Vitani o his new den he didnt say something on the whole way and hoped vitani would do the same. As they arrived
he looked disappointed in the little den he thought he would get a larger and more plesantly den he turned around to Vitani cause she was talking to him.
After Vitani finished her address Daxis answered with arrogant posture and angry voice

"Pf Simba and im dissappointed about this mingy den"

[Faolcho]

Gumu lazily opens his eyes at the sound of the king, but then quickly realises his whereabouts and his situation. He clumsily tries to stand formally and proud as fast as he could, and cleared his throat with drowsy eyes.

"No, my memory fails at recognizing you. I am Gumu of the Underlands, a Southlander. I have grown to be a threat for my leader, so he wisely exiled me for the pride's own good, I might be tempted to take over."

He cleared his throat once more and opened his eyes to see clearly, and goes on with a stern voice.

"I have come to make a number of proposals that could benefit both me and your leader, please, take me to him, sir."

At please, he softened his voice, bowed his head slightly and made a gesture with his paw while closing his eyes in a kind of relaxed way.

[Mike]

Vitani felt a flash of anger hearing Daxis talk about her king that way, but didn't let it show on her face. Instead she responded in a dry voice, with a bored look on her face.

"Huh, don't tell me you're not afraid of Simba. You nearly wet yourself in front of him." Vitani laughed, trying to annoy him. "Anyway, you're new around here. This den is appropriate for a stranger who hasn't proven his loyalty yet"

Vitani walked around the den, feeling the ground under her paws, and lay down, stretching.

"In fact, you should be grateful. There are hyenas past our borders that would sell their best friend for a den like this."

[SinChei]

Daxis wen angry for her patter and showed i to her with yelling at her and snarling in her direction.

"I'm affraid of nothing and you should shut your ......" he broke his sentence and went in the den.

[Mike]

Vitani grinned to herself, pleased that she could always get under someone's fur. At least he's starting to control his temper Vitani thought to herself. It's not much, but it's a start. She sat down beside Daxis.

"So, the rules. Here we go. They're pretty much common sense, but they're to be taken seriously. First, we're a pride, and so obviously we have a duty to protect each other from any threats like hyenas or rogues that want to cause us harm. Second, everyone has a responsibility in the pride. If someone shirks their duties they don't get to share in the protection of Simb aand Kovu or the food the lionesses gather. Last but not least, Simba;s word is law. Don't worry about that last one though, he hardly ever makes unfair decisions. You'll be fine here as long as you follow common sense."

Vitani got up suddenly.

"So, are you planning to sulk around the den all day? Come along with me, I'd love to introduce you to the rest of the pride."

[SinChei]

Daxis looked in tanis face as she told him the rules and he replied her quickly and angry again.

Pah Rules! And Simbas word is not my law!

And as Vitani got up and asked him to come with her. He go up too and followed her. He fel safe when Vitani was around him she affected attractive to him.
And he softly smiled at her when she didnt look.

Ok I follow you

[Panda-chan]

"Yeah, that would be awesome!" said Amanda loudly. Instantly she clapped a paw to her mouth. "Sorry," she said in a more hushed tone, "That was kind of loud. I forgot she was in here." She looked over at the sleeping cub but it didn't look like it had been disturbed. "So what's its name?" she asked Kiara again.

[KiarasMate]

Simba's ears twitched upon hearing the reasoning for this strange lion to be in his lands. The previous encounter with Daxis didn't help matters much as his stare melted from the typical, friendly look that he was often known for, into that of an irritated manner. Trying his utmost to remain civil, Simba waited for the beige maned lion to finish speaking before he addressed him once more, a slight air of indignation present in his tone.

"If you're looking for the ruler of these lands, you found him. My name is Simba and I am the leader of The Pride Lands, to which you are currently in now.

Unlike Daxis, this new male did pose a threat to Simba and his pride's wellbeing, seeing as he was no adolescent, fully grown and well built. Simba's eyes scanned the large male, sizing his opponent up as he decided that perhaps negotiating with the golden brown furred male would be better than a direct confrontationn, speaking up once more to the foreign feline, who at least had the decency to show respect towards their elders, which brought a sense of trust into the king's mind.

"If you're looking for a new home, I'm sure my pride could use a strong male such as yourself but seeing as your former pride banished you, you would have to be closely watched for the first few moons, just to be sure that your intentions are sincere. This is totally up to you though Gumu was it? I have no issues with allowing you into my pride, just as long as my laws are followed at all times and without question. If this doesn't suit your fancy, I ask that you leave these lands without causing any trouble and we won't have a problem then."

Figuring this was a fair comprimise, Simba waited patiently for a response from the beige maned lion as his memory tried to recall any details about the Underlands. He had heard of the place, but never traveled there personally. Unfortunately for the king, very little information was able to be retreived from his own memory, leaving Simba a bit apprehensive towards the prospects of Gumu's past and behavior, but seeing as the new feline seemed polite enough in a way, Simba dismissed these feelings as he kept a close eye on the male and waited for a response.

==========

Kiara's ears swiveled to catch what Mila was whispering to her. Smiling warmly at the anxious lioness, Kiara shook her head as she spoke in an equally hushed pitch.

"No, it's fine Mila. I've had you running around all afternoon it seems. I'll just wait for Kovu to come back and make him do it, but thank you for being so helpful. I know that when you have cubs of your own, you'll be a wonderful mother, since you're already so caring towards Cutie here. She's going to have no shortage of caring pride members it seems."

Kiara noticed the way Mila's cheeks were blushing, obviously showing her embarrassed nature, causing Kiara to giggle as she spoke once more to her fellow lioness.

"Why don't you take it easy for a bit Mila. Want to hold Cutie here for a moment while I go answer the call of nature?"

While waiting for an answer from Mila, Kiara heard Amanda's excited voice, making the golden furred lioness giggle once more as she placed a paw toe over her own ebony muzzle lips as to signal for the rambunctious cub to lower her voice slightly, before she replied softly.

"I'm not sure what her name is Amanda. She hasn't spoken anything to anyone yet because she's not feeling so good right now, but once she's nice and better, I'm sure we'll find out what her name is. Maybe you can ask her yourself when she's feeling better."

Continuing to lovingly caress the soft, reddish fur of the dozing cub with her warm, furry fore paw, Kiara looked from Mila to Amanda and back again, waiting for either of her fellow lionesses to reply as she shifted her body to make herself a bit more comfortable as well.