It was a quiet morning, the sun gently warming the baby monkey nursery. Little A Tong sat curled in his cozy spot, enjoying his peaceful time. But peace didn’t last long when Mom approached, reaching out with loving hands to clean his fur and check his little belly.
Suddenly, A Tong let out a sharp, high-pitched cry.
“Eeeek!!”
Startled, Mom pulled her hand back for a moment. But she knew this wasn’t the first time A Tong had reacted like this. He was going through a very dramatic phase—one where even the gentlest touch could trigger a full-blown tantrum.
The tiny monkey’s face turned red with frustration. His little feet kicked, hands flailed, and tears rolled down his furry cheeks. He dropped onto the soft blanket and rolled side to side, crying as if the world had ended.
Mom tried again, softly whispering and reaching out. But no luck.
“Eeeek!! Nooo!” his body language shouted.
He slapped her hand away with all the strength his tiny body could muster, then flopped flat on his tummy, his tail twitching. Clearly, he didn’t want to be touched—not right now, not by Mom, not anyone!
Mom waited patiently, watching A Tong’s dramatic performance unfold like a little movie. Eventually, the cries slowed, and his tantrum began to settle. Big sniffles filled the air as A Tong looked up with watery eyes.
Mom smiled gently and offered a warm cuddle without forcing it. This time, A Tong crawled slowly into her arms. He didn’t want to admit it, but comfort was exactly what he needed.
And in that safe hug, his tantrum faded like morning mist—because even dramatic little monkeys like A Tong just want to feel loved and understood.
