Jasiri's POV.

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"Slow." I teased over my shoulder.

"Not slow." Kion retorted, picking up speed to race beside me. I smirked at my friend, and he smiled back. For a moment I almost got lost in his handsome amber eyes....

Snap out of it, Jasiri. You cant be in love with him.

Deep down, I knew this was a lie.

"Ok im exhausted." Kion said as he slowed before collapsing, his breathing heavy. I collapsed beside him, gasping for breath.

"Me too." I gasped out.

"Looks like running did the trick." Kion closed his eyes, putting his head on his paws. Almost unconsciously, I moved closer to him and laid my head down on his shoulder. He tensed for a moment before relaxing.

"Totally," I yawned before realizing how close we were to Pride Rock. "Should I go back? Or does your family know about me?"

Kion nodded. "I told them about you, dont worry." He mumbled, his breathing steadying. "They wont..." He trailed off as he fell asleep. I laughed a little, watching him for a moment. I was slightly surprised he had told them about me at all.

Chuckling softly, I closed my eyes and fell asleep beside him.