Baby monkeys are full of curiosity, energy, and mischief. Among them, Mila and her little brother Luno are always competing for their mother Luna’s attention. The two are still so small that milk is the most comforting and important thing in their lives. Whenever Luna sits down to rest, her babies instantly know it is feeding time.
On this day, Luno was the first to crawl close to his mother. He clung to her warm belly and quickly began to drink milk, eyes half-closed with satisfaction. His tiny hands held tightly, and he let out little squeaks of joy. Luna seemed calm, grooming herself while letting her son enjoy the moment. But Mila, who had been distracted chasing a leaf nearby, suddenly noticed what was happening.
Her eyes widened with jealousy. “Why does Luno always get to drink first?” she seemed to think. Mila rushed over, her little legs stumbling as she hurried to her mother. Without hesitation, she pushed her brother’s side, daring to disturb his precious moment. Luno squealed, annoyed at being interrupted, but refused to let go.
Mila tried harder, tugging at him and even reaching for her mother’s belly. She was desperate to get her share of milk. But Luna, who could feel the commotion, gently shifted her body. She moved slightly away, blocking Mila with her arm. The mother’s message was clear: “Wait your turn, little one.”
Rejected, Mila let out a soft cry. She clung to her mother’s leg, looking pitiful and sad. Luno, meanwhile, continued drinking, completely ignoring his sister’s frustration. For Mila, this rejection felt so unfair, but Luna was trying to teach her patience. In the wild, even among family, survival means learning to wait, share, and accept.
After a few moments, Luna finally allowed Luno to finish. Only then did she adjust herself and let Mila climb into position. The little one eagerly latched on, drinking quickly as if afraid the chance would disappear again. Her cries faded, replaced by comfort and warmth.
This small but meaningful scene showed the natural bond between a mother and her children. Luna was not being unkind; she was guiding both Mila and Luno to understand balance. Even though Mila dared to disturb her brother, she learned an important lesson—that sometimes she must wait, but love and milk would always be there for her.
