A/N: It was one of my targets to re-write this story, and I finally had the inspiration to. I also decided to write this in first person, I feel more is explained that way. For those who don't know, this is a re-write of, 'Giza: The Land of Light and Darkness.' Enjoy!

Land of Light and Darkness.

Prologue;

Rain plummted down on the kingdom, filling the very least of all parched rivers and ultimately flooding some of the land. It had its negatives as well as positives, but it also made me think. It reminded me of the day I had first come across this place, and found where I had really belonged. I was raised by my parents, King Kovu and Queen Kiara, as well as being blessed with other great family members and friends who had taken the time to make me feel well. Every creature in the Pridelands had their ups and downs, however, not every creature could conquer it without the help of others. I learned that all too well some time ago; it was what brought me to where I was today.

Now I'm a grown lioness, thanks to my pride. I'm currently flumped inside of the comfortable den, studying the invading raindrops gradually flood the Pridelands alongside my best friend, Niobe. Out of all the help I've had, I think he might've helped me the most. He stuck by me all these times and adventures I've had—and, like an older brother would do, he'd always protect me from harm. Beside him is Namiya, another close friend and sister of mine which I had spent my childhood dearly with. If Niobe wasn't in my life, I think she'd be the one who would've helped me the most.

However, who's helped me most and who's helped me least doesn't really matter right now. I'm safe, and so is the Pridelands. I can't thank these beautiful lands enough, for helping me cope with my existence and for escorting me until I reached adulthood—old enough and ready to throw myself out there into the real world. I'm an adult, ready to participate in hunts and to raise cubs; becoming a mother was one of my dreams since I was young as my mother, Kiara, had inspired me with her highly-achieved talents.

Right now, though, I needed to recollect my past in order to move forward. Like Rafiki had told my grandfather in his younger years, we learn from our past—and what we've learned will allow us to move on. I've never understood that...until now, at least. Now it's my turn, to share my story and look back on my past; in order to move on to the future.

This is the story of how I, Nieera of the Pridelands, came to be.