Poor baby monkey A Tong drank his milk desperately, his tiny hands gripping the bottle as if it might disappear. He had been so hungry, waiting too long, crying until his chest felt tight. When the milk finally came, relief rushed through him too fast. He drank and drank, swallowing quickly, afraid there wouldn’t be enough.
Mom watched closely at first, happy to see him calm. A Tong’s cries faded, replaced by eager gulps. His eyes half-closed, his body relaxing as warmth filled his belly. But he didn’t stop. He couldn’t stop. Hunger had turned into fear, and fear told him to drink more, just in case.
Soon, his little tummy grew tight and round. A Tong shifted uncomfortably, but still sucked a few more times. His breathing changed. His face tightened. A small whimper escaped his mouth, confusing even himself.
Then it happened.
A Tong suddenly gagged and coughed. Milk spilled from his mouth as his body jerked forward. He vomited, shocked and scared, his eyes wide with panic. The warmth that comforted him moments ago now burned his throat and soaked his fur. He cried instantly, loud and broken, trembling from fear and discomfort.
Mom rushed in, her heart dropping at the sight. She quickly put the bottle away and lifted A Tong gently, turning him on his side. She wiped his mouth and chest, her hands shaking with guilt. A Tong cried harder, clinging to her, his little body shaking as if asking why this was happening.
Mom held him close, rocking slowly, whispering apologies over and over. She rubbed his back softly, helping him breathe and calm down. Gradually, the crying softened into sobs, then tired sniffles. His body relaxed against her chest, exhausted.
The milk was gone. The pain passed. But the fear lingered.
Mom stayed with him, refusing to move, holding him until his breathing steadied completely. She learned an important lesson that day—love isn’t just feeding until full. It’s knowing when to stop.
And A Tong, safe in her arms, learned something too. Even when his body feels wrong and scary things happen, Mom will always be there to clean, comfort, and protect him.
