The morning started peacefully, but it wasn’t long before chaos erupted. Chichi, the usually playful monkey, seemed to wake up on the wrong side of her bed. Her eyes darted toward Linda, who was snuggled closely with Mom, basking in the warmth of her care. The sight of Linda’s contentment seemed to ignite something in Chichi—a pang of jealousy she couldn’t contain.
Chichi puffed herself up, her tiny frame trembling with a mix of frustration and determination. She darted toward Linda with swift, unpredictable movements, her intention clear. Before anyone could intervene, Chichi tugged at Linda, pulling her away from Mom. Linda squeaked in protest, her wide eyes filled with confusion and hurt.
Mom quickly intervened, separating the two with a firm but gentle gesture. She held Chichi at arm’s length, scolding her with a look that said, This is not okay. But Chichi, in her jealous haze, wasn’t ready to admit defeat. She flailed her little arms, trying to push her way back to claim the spot beside Mom.
Linda, ever the sensitive soul, retreated to a corner, her eyes shimmering with tears. Mom, torn between consoling Linda and calming Chichi, did her best to soothe both. She cuddled Linda close while giving Chichi a stern look that seemed to say, You need to learn to share.
As the tension eased, Chichi finally slumped down, her energy spent. Mom reached out to her, pulling her into a hug alongside Linda. For a moment, the three of them sat together, a fragile truce holding them in place.
Though the jealousy had sparked a dramatic scene, Mom’s love managed to mend the rift—at least for now.