After a long day filled with playtime, snacks, and mischief, little Monkey Lyly finally curled up in her favorite spot — the soft, cozy blanket near the window where the afternoon sun still peeked through. But today was not just any ordinary day. Today, Lyly was waiting for something special: her mother had promised to bring her a surprise gift when she returned home.
At first, Lyly was excited, pacing around the house and occasionally glancing toward the front gate. Her little eyes lit up with every sound, hoping it was the familiar footsteps of her mom. But as time passed, her energy slowly faded. The excitement was still there, bubbling quietly in her tiny heart, but her little body couldn’t keep up. Yawning and stretching her arms, she settled into her usual nap spot, gently hugging her small pillow.
With the soft breeze coming through the window and the distant chirping of birds, Lyly soon drifted into a peaceful sleep. Her breathing slowed, her tiny chest rising and falling rhythmically, and a soft smile played on her lips — perhaps she was dreaming of the gift her mother had promised.
Meanwhile, the house was quiet, filled only with the soft rustling of leaves and Lyly’s occasional sleepy sighs. It was a heartwarming sight — this tiny monkey resting so trustingly, knowing that her mother would be back soon, and with something just for her.
When her mom finally returned, gently opening the door with a bright smile and a carefully wrapped gift in her hand, she paused at the doorway. Seeing Lyly sleeping so peacefully melted her heart. She tiptoed closer, placed the gift beside Lyly, and lightly brushed her fur.
Lyly stirred a little, eyes fluttering open. The moment she saw her mother and the gift, her drowsiness vanished. With joy in her eyes and a squeaky chirp of excitement, she wrapped her arms around her mom. The wait was over — and it was worth every sleepy second.
