[ This conversation is a tad awkward at best, however it certainly could be worse. It's a shame that this lion possesses better manners than half of the human inhabitants in this realm. ]

King of the Pridelands? How fitting of someone of your grand stature. I'm quite certain that your subjects mourn in your absence, Your Majesty.

[ Such "subjects" being hyenas, wildebeests, and possibly a few giraffes. ]