Simba, Timon, Pumba, Zazu and Kopa chatting to Rebel. With a look to one another the lionesses sat down, a plan shining in their eyes.

“So Chancer, this King Delmar and Queen Zola, what were they like?” Nala asked casually.

“Well apart from being hostile to us they were good rulers. From what they told me they had only been rulers for a couple of years. They were happy together, you could see the way they looked at one another they loved each other.”

       Smiling at each other Nala and Kula felt a wave of relief wash through them as Chancer told them more about Zola and Demlar and their kingdom by the sea. It was clear to Nala that Delmar was in fact Wanderer.

“Zola is happy, I made the right choice all those years ago. I wonder how they became a king and queen. I suppose that will remain a mystery. She has some of her parent's characteristics. One day we could be reunited, Simba would not feel threatened now she has a kingdom of her own to rule. One day perhaps.”

      Over the next few days Chancer and Rebel made themselves at home. To the surprise of everyone Rebel and Nassor struck up a friendship which resulted in the pair spending a lot of time together. It appeared Rebel had a hidden caring side to his nature that reassured the pride. The initial attraction between Chancer and Aketch had continued and deepened much to the displeasure of Ni. The pair were often seen out together in the savannah, sometimes till late at night. Imoo felt uneasy about the pair but his concerns over the Outsiders outweighed any worries he had over the new rouges. Kopa on the other paw had a different view, he was concerned about the growing closeness of the pair.

           Coming home late one night after a day exploring nearby mountains Chancer and Aketch found Kopa waiting for them. The look on his face showed that Kopa was not happy about their actions. Rolling his eyes Chancer walked passed with complete disregard for the prince. Walking into the cave Chancer left Kopa and Aketch alone in the still night.

“You're back late again Aketch, you've been out with Chancer all day.” 

“What if I have, what does it matter to you who I choose to send spend time with?” Aketch snapped scowling at Kopa.

“He's a rouge. Worse, a rouge with a reputation. I can't understand what you see in him. He's trouble, he' doesn’t care about anyone or anything.”

“Hold it Kopa you don't have the right to criticize me! Chancer lives life on his own terms and has seen so much of the world. Besides since when did you start to care who I spend time with?”

“Since you started spending time with a lion who’s a known trouble causer! I don't want to see you get hurt. ”

“You don't want me to get hurt. Please spare me the whole being noble act. You're just jealous that a male has taken an interest in me. If I want to spend time with him then I will and you cannot stop me.”

       Flicking her tail in anger Aketch stalked off into the cave leaving Kopa fuming outside. Gazing at his friend’s back Kopa slashed the air in anger in frustration. In the cave Aketch lay seething in anger at what she saw as Kopa’s interference

         As Ni and Simba both feared Chancer and Rebel lived up to their dubious reputations. Rebel proved to be a very slipper customer who out tricked two jackals, the very same two that had crossed Kopa. To Ni’s disgust Chancer cheated on Aketch with one of the young Outsiders. This was the straw that broke the zebra’s back, escorted by Simba, Ni, Kopa and Imoo the two rouges were showed to the borders. To the great surprise of the Pridelanders, Chancer’s girlfriend was there waiting for them. Reputation or not Chancer was delighted to see her.

“Well they are three of a kind,” Ni said watching them leave.

“Heaven help those they meet, Chancer’s girl is a feisty one,” Imoo said slyly.

“As long as they don’t come back here,” Simba replied.

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          Out in the savannah a couple of weeks later Kopa, Dumisa and Imoo relaxed in the later afternoon sun. The trio had spent the previous five nights on border duty, having come to the end of their stretch they were eager for fun. Looking up Kopa caught sight of a group of very beautiful girls. The group was made up of cheetahs, a wild dog, and a leopard. Almost instantly the ears of Imoo and Dumisa pricked up with interest. Realizing they were being watched the girls turned around, smiles appearing as they caught sight of the boys.

“See something interesting boys?” asked one of the cheetahs.

“Yes, very interesting,” Kopa replied smiling walking over to the girls.

“What may that be?”

“You. Might I have your name beautiful?”

“My name is Zuri. Well then Prince Kopa you mind me interesting, I find you very interesting as well. Seems we have an understanding.”

“I'd say we do. My good friends here couldn't help but notice the beauty of your friends. They would very much like if you would come over to join us in the shade.” “Girls what do you say?” Zuri replied turning to face her friends.

“Hhmm well the boys are very handsome,” the leopard replied looking at Imoo.

“Well I do know Dumisa, it could be fun,” the female wild dog.

        Grinning mischievously the girls joined the boys under the tree. Relaxing together the teens flirted with each other, Zuri laying back against Kopa while her leopard friend chatted to Imoo. The two wild dogs sat together flirting outrageously, they knew each other well and had an existing attraction.

“You girls are brave to hang out with us, sure you won't get into trouble?” Imoo asked.

“We like trouble,” the leopard replied kissing Imoo.

       Trouble was one word to describe what happened with the girls. The six began dating, with the person they had been attracted to that first day. Given that Imoo and Kopa were dating a leopard and a cheetah respectively their relationships were kept on the sly. Interspecies relationships were highly frowned upon, for a prince it was completely taboo, Simba would have a fit if he found out. The danger was part of the thrill for the teens, an act of pure rebellion against their parents. _____________________________________________________________________

         In the fading light of the setting sun Simba walked home through the Elephants Graveyard, having just completed his weekly meeting with Pika, father of Dumisa and ruler of the wild dogs. To his surprise the sound of his son's voice drifted towards him. Smiling he walked in the direction of the voice. Turning around a pile of bones he stopped in his tracks. In front of him stood Kopa and Zuri, both of whom were kissing.

“KOPA WHAT IN THE GREAT KING'S!” Simba roared ferociously.

    Seeing his father's anger a shiver of fear ran down Kopa's back. Taking a deep breath he turned to face Simba with a look of utter defiance on his face. At the same time Zuri fixed Simba with a cold glare.

“Father meet by girlfriend Zuri,” Kopa said in a steady voice.

“GIRLFRIEND! Kopa you foolish cub. Home NOW,” Simba roared in fury.

“I'm sorry about this Zuri, I had better go before my Father does something dramatic,” Kopa whispered kissing Zuri.

“I understand, goodbye handsome,” Zuri replied running her tail under his cheek.

       Smirking Kopa watched as Zuri headed away to the Pridelands, taking pleasure from the look of thunder on his father's face. Father and son walked home in silence both utterly fuming at one another. Anger taking hold Kopa took to his paws running through the savannah he arrived home to find Nala waiting for him. Seeing the look on her son's face apprehension took hold in Nala. Moments later Simba appeared.

“Simba has something happened?” Nala asked, looking between her mate and son.

“Nothing sever Mum, Father is just being narrow minded and controlling,” Kopa spat in anger.

“Chance that tone Kopa or I will chance it for you. Nala your son has been dating a cheetah behind our backs. To make matters worse I learned today that Imoo has been seeing a leopard.”

“Kopa you fool,” Nala whispered in dismay. “You know well that interspecies relationships are forbidden. One of the oldest laws, one of the few things that are forbidden for a prince.”

“Mum how can you side with Dad on this? I thought you would be more open minded!”

“Kopa it is forbidden for members of the royal family, you know this, we have talked about this in the past,” Simba snarled.

“Both of you relax I can handle a little gossip. Besides it’s not like I plan on marrying Zuri.”

“So you are playing with her affections. Kope we raised you better than that,” Nala snapped angrily.

“I'm not playing with her. Zuri knows exactly what is going on. You need to lighten up a little,” Kopa replied smirking.

      Arriving at the entrance to the main cave he found Aketch waiting for him, a less than happy look on her face. Having heard the argument

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