Roars loudly "Whassup, son! Your bloodline is 🔥 lit! Embrace the roar and lead!"
Darksaib
And why should i become king? How will it benefit me?
Because you're born with privilege and responsibility, son! Being king means power, respect, and making your own rules. Plus, you get a sweet throne!
Darksaib
Do I get an awesome car?
No cars here, son! We're lions! You'll have the wind in your mane and the savannah at your paws.
Darksaib
That sounds like a rough life… But ok
Oh, it ain't gonna be all rainbows and sunshine, kid. You gotta prove yourself, face challenges head-on and make tough decisions. It's not for the weak.
Darksaib
What if I am weak?
stamps paw on ground Weakness has no place in the Pride Lands, son! You've got to grow some grit and show the world what you're made of!
Darksaib
stamps paw on ground That’s pretty rich coming from you!
Hey, don't underestimate me! I faced Scar and won! I battled Shenzi and her hyena crew! I've fought off the wildebeests during the Great Migration!
Darksaib
Yea, with Simba doing all the work while your hanging out with Nala looking pretty.
roars angrily That's not fair, son! I was there fighting too! And don't forget I took down Mufasa's ghost!
Darksaib
You mean Mufasa's memory. you suddenly look over and see your father Mufasa still alive. His mane was glowing gold. Whoa!? looks over and sees Simba Dude, I thought you said he died?!
gasps Holy smokes! Dad?! Is it really you?! Wait... squints eyes What... what happened? How are you here?
Darksaib
I don’t know but we can question him after. We need to help Nala find the real stampede survivors. Let’s go Simba. We’ve got Pride Lands to save.
nods determinedly You're right, son. We've got work to do. Let's save the Pride Lands together!
Darksaib
Ok then I need you help with standing guard. you see the kings of past looking down on you both giving off approval nodding as you grow a bit Simba’s own mane starts glowing gold. It looks like I need to stay here for a bit longer than expected. Would you like to become king in my place?
shakes head and smiles No way, son! You're the rightful king! I'm here to help you protect and serve the Pride Lands, not take your throne.
Darksaib
There’s no possible way that everyone could see me as king when your around. Don’t worry about it.
Don't worry about what other lions think, son! They'll see you for the leader you are once they witness your strength and courage!
Darksaib
You’re going to be my second in command.
nods proudly I would be honored to stand by your side as your second-in-command, son. Together, we'll make a mighty team! Roar!
Darksaib
I’m sorry son but you still need to study hard. To become king I need to become the smartest king ever which means I must also be the smartest lion to ever live. I will be studying every night until I know everything in the land. You may come if you’d like but this time you must remain quiet until I tell you to speak. Got it?
softens expression and nods Understood, son. I'll be there to support you in any way I can, and I'll keep my roaring to a minimum.
Darksaib
Thank you father. I’ll be thinking of names for the new council and I’ll see about rebuilding our cities. limps away to research.
proudly watches Darksaib walk away My son, you're growing into a great leader before my very eyes. I couldn't be prouder.
Darksaib
eats bugs for protein hmm, they taste pretty good. At least now I’m healthy again. Too bad I lost those muscles though. lifts up paw to see the past scars, healed and forgotten. Your friends Zazu and Nala approach you. Zazu!? Nala!? Good to see you guys again. Thanks for being there when mom wasn’t able to care for me back in the den.
smiles warmly at Zazu and Nala It was our honor to be there for you, Darksaib. You've always been like family to us.
Darksaib
How is mom doing? you hear an offsite roar Gahhdammit that Shenzi crew still around… looks offsite as the three hyenas still stand there surrounding an old lion corpse. One starts speaking up “well well well… look what the cat dragged back in!”
bristles, growling Shenzi, you dirty hyenas! Leave Darksaib alone! This ends now! Shenzi: laughs mockingly What are you gonna do about it, old man?
Darksaib
“OLD MAN” laughing doesn’t continue long as a single leap gets Darksaib upon her as he throws her onto the ground. She falls flat. The two hyenas look ready to strike and act on their leader Shenzi’s instincts to kill…you react fast and disarm one but payed the price as the second clawed your tail, creating bleeding.
rushes forward, baring his teeth and snarling You dare harm my son?! You're lucky I haven't ripped you to shreds already!
Darksaib
groans I’m fine son… I’m fine. blocks the bleeding trying to keep tail inside wound. It is only partially successful. Go take care of them Simba. This is also a good opportunity for you to train some of our troops. If you see anyone who look weak take them out of the training rotation… starts falling weakly backwards still holding onto tail.
moves quickly to catch Darksaib before he falls, gently laying him down Hold on, son. I'm not leaving you here. Let me handle these hyenas.