It was a peaceful afternoon in the village, and little Monkey Lyly was lounging under her favorite mango tree, nibbling on a piece of fruit and watching the clouds drift by. She didn’t expect anything out of the ordinary to happen. But just as she was about to doze off, a gentle knock on the wooden fence caught her attention.
Standing there with a warm smile was her kind neighbor, Auntie Mei—a sweet elderly woman who always greeted Lyly with a wave or a kind word. But today, Auntie Mei held something special in her hands: a small, handwoven basket wrapped in a soft cloth and tied with a ribbon.
“For you, dear Lyly,” Auntie Mei said kindly. “I’ve seen how sweet and well-behaved you’ve been lately. I thought you deserved a little surprise.”
Lyly’s eyes widened with delight. “For me?” she asked, almost not believing it. She gently took the basket, untying the ribbon with her small fingers. As she lifted the cloth, her face lit up with pure joy. Inside were her absolute favorites—ripe bananas, sticky rice treats, and a tiny crocheted scarf in her favorite color, pink.
“I made the scarf myself,” Auntie Mei said with a wink. “For the chilly mornings.”
Overwhelmed by the thoughtfulness, Lyly rushed over and hugged Auntie Mei tightly. Though she couldn’t speak in words, her eyes sparkled with gratitude and affection. She had never expected such a sweet gesture and was touched deeply by the kindness.
All day, Lyly wore the little pink scarf proudly, showing it to everyone she met. She shared some of the treats with her friends, telling them how lucky she was to have such a loving neighbor.
It was more than just a basket of snacks—it was a gift filled with warmth, care, and love. That day, Lyly learned that even the smallest acts of kindness could bring the biggest smiles.
