The Monkey and the Sun

One scorching afternoon in the heart of the jungle, the air grew thick with heat. A monkey, feeling hot and frustrated, leapt from branch to branch, wiping sweat from his brow.

"This heat is unbearable!" he grumbled, glaring up at the bright Sun. "You're making life miserable for us down here!"

The Sun, who had always shone to bring light and life to the earth, was taken aback. No one had ever shouted at him before — especially not a monkey!

Hurt and confused, the Sun decided to take a break. He hid behind the clouds, letting the skies darken and the rain pour down.

Days passed. The constant rain turned the jungle into a soggy, muddy mess. Streams overflowed, trees dripped endlessly, and the animals grew restless. Without the Sun to dry the land, everything began to suffer.

Realizing his mistake, the monkey felt ashamed. He had never meant to hurt anyone — he had just spoken in frustration.

He looked up at the grey sky and said gently, “Dear Sun, I didn’t mean to offend you. I now understand how important your light is. Please come back.”

Hearing the monkey’s sincere apology, the Sun smiled from behind the clouds and returned to the sky, bringing warmth and happiness once again.

Moral: Every role in nature matters. Never take others for granted.