Poor little Poki wasn’t feeling well. He lay curled up in his cozy blanket, his eyes dull and his usual energy completely gone. Poki, normally the most playful and curious monkey in the group, was quiet and sleepy, and it made everyone a little sad — especially his best friend, Pupu.
Pupu noticed right away that something wasn’t right. He brought over Poki’s favorite toy, a soft squeaky banana, and gently placed it near him. But Poki didn’t even move. Concerned, Pupu tilted his head and let out a soft coo, as if asking, “Are you okay?”
Not one to give up easily, Pupu decided to try everything he could to cheer up his sick little friend. First, he brought Poki a small piece of mango — their shared favorite treat. He carefully peeled it with his tiny hands and held it out, hoping Poki might take a bite. Poki sniffed it but turned away, too tired to eat.
Next, Pupu started doing funny flips and silly faces, the kind that always made Poki giggle. He danced around, spun in circles, and even wore a leaf on his head like a little hat. But even with all the effort, Poki barely smiled.
Still determined, Pupu curled up next to Poki and gently wrapped his arms around him. He didn’t try to make him laugh anymore. He just stayed close, keeping him warm and comforted. Sometimes, the best way to care for someone is just to be there.
After a while, Poki leaned his head on Pupu’s shoulder and let out a tiny sigh. It wasn’t a full recovery, but it was a sign that the love and support were helping.
By the end of the day, Poki managed to eat a little mango with Pupu’s help. His eyes began to sparkle again, even just a little. Thanks to Pupu’s kindness and patience, his best friend was on the road to feeling better. 💛🐒
