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It was a hot and humid day in the heart of the Serengeti, and the sun beat down relentlessly upon the sprawling savanna. A gentle breeze rustled through the tall grass, carrying with it the faint scent of predator and prey alike. In the distance, a lone figure stood silhouetted against the horizon, watching as the members of the pride went about their daily routines.
This silhouette was Hannah, the daughter of Lexa and Proudfang, she had an older sister, Mila. Hannah watched as her mother, Lexa, led the pride in their daily hunting routine. The lionesses prowled through the tall grass, their powerful forms moving with a grace that belied their strength.
Hannah's eyes narrowed as she spotted a small herd of antelope in the distance. She knew her mother would be pleased if they managed to bring down a healthy meal for the pride. She began to creep closer, her heart racing with excitement and anticipation. Suddenly, a loud roar echoed through the air, startling the herd and sending them scattering in all directions.
It was Mila's roar, she told Hannah not to hunt them alone. Mila had been watching from a distance, waiting for her sister to make a move. She knew how much Hannah longed to prove herself to their mother, but she also knew that their safety came first. The two sisters exchanged a knowing glance, and then, together, they chased after the scattered herd.
The antelopes were fast, but the sisters were faster. They worked together seamlessly, using their strength and cunning to outmaneuver their prey. After a thrilling chase, they finally managed to corner a young male antelope. With one last powerful thrust, Mila brought him down, and the pride's hunting party was complete.
Mila, being a good big sister, gave Hannah all the credit for taking down the antelope. She praised her sister's bravery and hunting skills, making their mother proud. As they returned to the pride, they could see Lexa waiting for them, her eyes glowing with pride. The other lionesses and cubs surrounded them, congratulating them on a successful hunt. Even though they had worked together as a team, Mila made sure that Hannah got all the praise she deserved.
The pride settled down in the shade of a nearby tree, enjoying the spoils of their labor. As they ate, Mila couldn't help but feel a pang of guilt. She knew that she had been keeping her father's identity a secret from Hannah, as per their grandfather's wish.
Hannah suddenly pounced onto Mila, "Tag!"The two sisters tumbled to the ground, laughing and wrestling playfully. The pride's other cubs joined in, rolling and playing around them. Even the adult lionesses seemed to relax a bit, watching the display of youthful exuberance with fondness in their eyes.
Mila, trying to catch her breath, looked over at her sister and smiled. Despite everything, she couldn't help but feel grateful for having Hannah in her life. She knew that one day, when the time was right, she would have to tell her the truth about their father. Until then, she would continue to protect her sister and be there for her, just as Lexa had been for them both.
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