When Cubis first spotted the steaming bowl of pho on the table, his eyes widened with curiosity. The fragrant aroma of beef broth, fresh herbs, and noodles filled the air, instantly grabbing his attention. His little nose twitched, and he leaned closer, stretching his neck as if he could sniff out every ingredient one by one.
The first reaction came quickly—Cubis tilted his head to the side, giving that classic look of pure confusion. Was this food for him, or some magical creation humans were hiding from him? He sniffed again and let out a tiny squeak, pawing at the air as though the noodles might jump out and come to him.
When the steam rose from the bowl, Cubis’ expression became even funnier. He jerked back dramatically, eyes wide as if the pho had suddenly come to life! Then, in a moment of bravery, he leaned forward again, inch by inch, until his whiskers brushed the rim. The warmth tickled his face, and he sneezed loudly, sending himself tumbling backward in surprise.
Not ready to give up, Cubis returned with even more determination. He circled the bowl, eyeing the floating herbs suspiciously. A piece of cilantro clung to the edge, and he tapped it with his paw, convinced it was some sneaky little bug. When it didn’t move, he gave a triumphant chirp, as though he had won a great battle.
Finally, he leaned over the broth one last time and let out the tiniest, most dramatic sigh—clearly upset that the delicious pho was not meant for him. His little pout, paired with his over-the-top reactions, left everyone laughing so hard tears rolled down their cheeks.
In the end, Cubis didn’t get a taste of pho, but he certainly became the star of dinner. The bowl may have belonged to the humans, but the show belonged to Cubis. His hilarious antics turned an ordinary meal into an unforgettable moment of joy.
