It was a calm afternoon, and Pupu and little Poki were enjoying their usual playtime in the backyard. The sun was warm, the grass was soft beneath their feet, and the air carried the peaceful sounds of chirping birds. Poki, being younger and full of energy, was busy tumbling and chasing butterflies, while Pupu kept a watchful eye nearby, always acting like the protective older sibling.
Suddenly, the peaceful moment was broken by a sharp, distant bark. Pupu’s ears perked up instantly. A low growl followed — not from any neighbor’s friendly dog, but from a wild stray that had wandered too close to their fence. Pupu could sense danger. His body tensed, and his instincts kicked in.
The wild dog crept closer, eyes locked on little Poki, who was unaware and still playfully rolling on the grass. Without a second thought, Pupu ran toward Poki and positioned himself between the pup and the approaching threat. His small body may not have been as big or as strong, but his heart was full of courage.
Pupu let out a series of loud warning calls, standing his ground bravely. His fierce bark echoed through the yard, alerting everyone in the nearby area. Poki froze behind him, now realizing something was wrong. The wild dog hesitated — surprised by Pupu’s boldness — then finally turned and slinked away, not daring to challenge the protective defender.
Moments later, their human rushed outside after hearing the commotion. Pupu was still standing guard, eyes locked on the retreating figure in the distance, while Poki clung to him in fear. Their human quickly scooped them both up, checking them for any harm and whispering comforting words.
That day, Pupu proved he wasn’t just a playful monkey — he was a true guardian. Poki looked at him with newfound admiration, holding tightly to his hero. From that moment on, Poki knew he was safe as long as Pupu was by his side.
