The sun had barely risen, and the morning dew still clung to the leaves as A Tong, a baby monkey with an energetic spirit, was about to take his morning bath. The family’s small bathing area was prepared with warm water, ready to wash away the night’s dust.
But for A Tong, bath time was always an event—a mix of excitement, hesitation, and, of course, drama.
“Come here, A Tong,” Dad called gently, holding a soft sponge in one hand. A Tong peeked out from behind a tree, his tiny face scrunched in a playful pout. He didn’t like being caught off guard, even if it was just for a bath.
“Nooooo!” A Tong squealed, darting away on his nimble legs. The chase was on. Dad sighed but smiled, knowing this routine all too well.
After a few rounds of playful dodging, Dad finally scooped A Tong up and placed him gently in the warm water. At first, A Tong’s chirps of protest echoed through the yard. But as soon as the warmth of the water surrounded him, his protests turned into contented hums.
Mom joined in, handing Dad a tiny brush and laughing at A Tong’s dramatic change in attitude. “You’re so silly, A Tong,” she teased, giving him a gentle splash.
With bubbles forming around him and the soft sponge cleaning his fur, A Tong relaxed completely. He even splashed back at Dad, giggling as water droplets shimmered in the sunlight.
By the end of the bath, A Tong was clean, cozy, and wrapped snugly in a soft towel. He snuggled into Dad’s arms, all traces of his morning drama replaced by a sweet smile.
Morning baths with A Tong were never simple, but they were always filled with love, laughter, and a bit of monkey mischief.
