The rain had poured all night, turning the quiet forest into a place of rushing water and trembling leaves. By morning, the small river that usually whispered gently through the trees had become a roaring stream. Three tiny baby monkeys clung desperately to a broken branch, their frightened cries echoing above the sound of the current.
They had slipped from a low tree while playing, never expecting the ground beneath them to give way. The muddy bank collapsed, and in seconds they were swept into the cold water. Too small to swim, they struggled helplessly, their little hands grabbing at anything they could reach. Thankfully, the branch drifted near them, and they clung to it with the last of their strength.
From the safety of higher ground, their older sister watched in horror. She was not much bigger than they were, but she was braver. Without hesitation, she scrambled down the tree and raced along the riverbank, keeping her eyes fixed on her siblings. Her heart pounded as she searched for a way to reach them.
When the branch became caught between two rocks near the shore, she saw her chance. Carefully stepping into the shallow edge of the water, she stretched her long arms as far as she could. One by one, she grabbed their tiny wrists and pulled with all her might. The babies were soaked, shivering, and weak, but they were alive.
She guided them back to a dry patch beneath a large tree where the leaves formed a natural shelter. The three little monkeys huddled together, still whimpering softly from fear. Their sister wrapped her arms around them, grooming their wet fur gently to warm them.
After a while, when their cries turned to soft sniffles, she did something remarkable. Though still young herself, she allowed the smallest one to nurse for comfort. The others followed, finding warmth and reassurance in her care. It was not just milk she gave them—it was safety, love, and hope.
As the sun broke through the clouds and light filtered through the trees, the forest seemed calm again. The three baby monkeys rested peacefully against their sister, knowing they were no longer alone.
