A Brother's Warmth

In a beautiful palace in a faraway kingdom lived Orko and his lion family - his uncle Kahawia and his four nursemaid sisters: Uzuri, Sukari, Mpenzi and Iaini. They lived a very happy life together, but Orko had a very special attachment to Uzuri, who had beautiful golden fur and acted like he was Orko’s mother, even though she was his sister. Orko lived a life full of plentiful food, a warm bed and a loving family, and he could’ve never asked for a better life.

One day, Kahawia came into Orko’s room while he was playing to remind him that the gods have blessed Uzuri, and that soon he was going to be a big brother. Orko was delighted for Uzuri, and supported her through her pregnancy. One night, Orko was asleep when he heard Uzuri screaming in pain from the throne room. Orko curiously floated into the room to investigate, and heard the screams of pain turn into sighs and coos of delight, with the cries of a newborn lioness babe. Kawahia went up to Orko and said, “Orko, would you like to come over and meet your new sister?”

Orko shyly floated up to Uzuri, and gazed at the beautiful newborn lioness cub in her arms. Uzuri let him hold his new baby sister, who felt a bit greasy from going out. It was Orko’s decision to name his sister Furaha, and everyone agreed that it was a perfect name for the new arrival. While Uzuri rested, he helped bathe Furaha amongst warm bubbles and clean water. The cheesy coating and bloody bits immediately came off, and with added irritant-free perfume, Furaha smelt fresh and clean. Now Orko had a new responsibility - taking care of his new baby sister, Furaha!