Khari headed back with Faraji not long after Xena got back. The golden lioness was at the edge of the clearing, licking her wounds from the earlier fighting trial. The surrounding lions seemed tense as they cast glances over to her, flexing their muscles and stretching their claws. Soft roars resounded as cats yawned loudly, stretching their jaws and flashing their teeth. They weren't tired. This was a warning to the intruder. The earlier rain had stopped and now the sun beat down harshly against the savannah.
There was a break in the tension as the King came back with the Lord right behind him. Khari wasted no time, going to the center of the clearing and clawing his way up the short, thick tree that grew there. He roared loudly, his fangs flashing and his muscles tense as he did so, balancing precariously on a thick branch. The lion took every opportunity to show off his strength and power. The lions and lionesses gather around him, looking hopefully as they waited to hear the verdict they knew was coming.
"Xena will be staying with us as a new Elite of the pride. Her performance in fighting and hunting are exceptional and I trust she will be a loyal new addition to our group." His amber eyes rested on the pretty golden lioness softly and he pricked his ears to look more friendly than he had earlier during the trials. My first big decision as King. Im doing good.
