Kion's Legacy

Chapter Seven: Having a Dad Again

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I lifted my paw and kicked a pebble, sending it flying off the ledge and sailing through the air. I sat down and watched it as my mind lingered in deep thought.

"Whoa, you better be careful! You could knock someone in the head with that!"

I turned my head to see Tian step out of the den and join me under the stars. He gave me a small smile as he took a seat next to me. We turned our eyes to the twinkling stars above.

"So how are you holding up?" Tian asked, the compassion in his voice as clear as the moon in the pitch black sky.

"You mean, with dad?" I inquired.

He nodded, causing his growing mane tuft to fall into his eyes. I had to admit, it was kind of attractive. Was Bunga right? Would we get together?

I shook my head and went to answer Tian's question.

"I'm ecstatic. I missed dad so much! I'm glad he's back." I told him, smiling as my eyes looked upon the sleeping Pridelands.

"I'm glad he's back too, for your sake." Tian replied softly.

We both took a moment, gazing around.

"You seem tired." He stated.

"I am, but that's just because of the crazy day I've had." I responded, shrugging.

"Well, maybe you need to get some rest." Tian suggested.

I shook my head.

"I tried. I'm to excited to sleep."

"Do you want to take a walk with me then?"

His question took me off guard. I wasn't expecting him to suggest anything, especially not walking around the Pridelands at night. Alone. Just us. Sounded awful romantic. Was Tian interested in me?

I hesitated. Did I want to? Did I really want to?

But my father's voice interrupted my thoughts.

"Hey, feisty," My dad walked gingerly over to us, glancing briefly at the stars.

I scooted over and Tian and I made room for my father to take a seat.

"Hello, Tian!" He exclaimed. "You two have grown so much!"

We all shared a smile as we took a silent moment to think and feel the peacefulness of the land before us.

"So, what's the story behind your scar, Tian?" Kion asked, tilting his head and examining his facial scar.

I cringed at the thought of the story and turned my head away. How would my dad feel about what I did?

"It's not a big deal. Kito and I had a fight, and she did it. But she didn't mean to hurt me. She apologized and we're cool now." Tian explained, his voice as cool as he claimed.

I smiled. At least Tian was okay with it.

"You did that? Geez, maybe your not feisty but brave! Taking on Tian! Strong, muscular Tian!" My dad said.

I blinked.

"Wait, so you're not mad?" I asked, surprised at the least.

"It seems like the issue has already been resolved." My father said. "Why, Kito? Did you think I'd be mad?"

I lowered my eyes and looked at the land, shrouded in the shadows of the late night.

"I guess I'm just afraid that if I do something wrong, I'll loose you again." I mumbled.