Morning sunlight spread across the small village, painting everything in gold. The air was fresh, filled with the sound of birds chirping and roosters crowing. In the middle of this peaceful morning, two little rascals—CUTIS and the baby monkey—were already up to something suspicious. Their giggles echoed behind the old wooden house where Mom was busy cooking breakfast.
CUTIS peeked around the corner, his eyes sparkling with mischief. The baby monkey, holding a banana almost as big as its face, looked equally sneaky. “Shhh…” CUTIS whispered, pressing his finger to his lips. “Don’t let Mom see us!”
The baby monkey nodded seriously, but a moment later, it stuffed the banana in its mouth and made a loud munching sound. “Sshhh!” CUTIS hissed again, fighting the urge to laugh. The monkey’s cheeks puffed out like little balloons. CUTIS couldn’t resist pinching one.
For a few days now, CUTIS and the baby monkey had been hiding something from everyone—a big secret that made both of them giggle every time they thought about it. It started a week ago, when CUTIS accidentally found an old cardboard box behind the chicken coop. Inside it were some tiny clothes, colorful ribbons, and a pair of shiny sunglasses. The monkey’s eyes widened the moment it saw the sparkly things.
“Do you want to try them on?” CUTIS asked teasingly.
The baby monkey clapped its hands and jumped up and down excitedly. That was the beginning of their “secret project.”
Every morning after breakfast, when Mom was busy cleaning or going to the market, CUTIS and the baby monkey would sneak behind the house to their secret hideout—a small bamboo hut covered with banana leaves. Inside, they had transformed it into their own “fashion studio.” CUTIS called it “The Cutis & Monkey Fashion House.”
They would try on funny outfits—tiny hats, sunglasses, scarves, even ribbons tied around the monkey’s tail. CUTIS became the “stylist,” while the baby monkey was the “model.” The monkey would stand proudly on a stool, puffing out its chest as CUTIS adjusted its scarf or fixed its hat. When CUTIS showed it a mirror, the monkey would tilt its head, pose like a celebrity, and sometimes even blow kisses to its reflection.
CUTIS couldn’t stop laughing. “You’re a superstar, Monkey!” he said between giggles.
But their biggest secret wasn’t just about dressing up. They were actually preparing for something special—a surprise performance for Mom and Dad’s anniversary! CUTIS wanted to make it unforgettable. “We’re going to make them laugh so hard they’ll cry,” he told the monkey one afternoon.
They practiced every day. CUTIS taught the monkey to dance to funny songs, clap in rhythm, and even spin in circles. The monkey learned quickly, especially when CUTIS rewarded it with pieces of banana or peanuts. Sometimes CUTIS would sing out of tune on purpose, and the monkey would cover its ears dramatically, making CUTIS roll on the floor laughing.
One day, while rehearsing, they heard Mom calling from inside the house, “CUTIS! Where are you? Lunch is ready!”
CUTIS panicked. He quickly shoved the clothes and props back into the box, but the monkey refused to take off its sunglasses. It strutted out proudly, swinging its arms like a movie star. Mom froze at the sight.
“CUTIS! Why is the monkey wearing sunglasses and a ribbon?” she asked, trying not to laugh.
CUTIS scratched his head awkwardly. “Uh… fashion experiment?”
Mom shook her head, smiling. “You two are something else.”
After that, CUTIS realized they had to be even more careful if they wanted to keep the surprise secret until the big day.
Finally, the day of the surprise came. The sun was setting, and the sky glowed orange. CUTIS asked Mom and Dad to sit outside in front of the house. He told them he had “a very important announcement.” Mom thought it might be about school. Dad thought CUTIS might’ve broken something again. Neither expected what was coming.
CUTIS appeared wearing a little bow tie he had made from an old handkerchief. The baby monkey followed behind him, wearing the shiny sunglasses, a ribbon on its head, and a necklace made of flowers. CUTIS turned on a small speaker, and cheerful music began to play.
“Ladies and gentlemen,” CUTIS announced in a dramatic voice, “welcome to the Cutis & Baby Monkey Comedy Show!”
Mom and Dad looked at each other, surprised, then burst out laughing.
The performance began with CUTIS pretending to be a serious dance instructor. “Now, monkey, show me your best move!” he commanded. The baby monkey stood tall, then suddenly started twirling, clapping, and jumping around. CUTIS tried to copy it, but tripped over his own feet, making everyone laugh harder.
Then came the “magic trick.” CUTIS pulled a banana from behind the monkey’s ear. The monkey pretended to faint in shock, falling dramatically to the ground. CUTIS gasped, then “revived” it by tickling its belly. The monkey jumped up again, hugging CUTIS tightly.
By now, Mom and Dad were wiping tears from their eyes. “This is the best surprise ever!” Mom said through her laughter.
But the funniest part came at the end. CUTIS and the monkey tried to do a synchronized dance. It started perfectly—their movements matched beautifully—but halfway through, the monkey suddenly ran to Mom, snatched a piece of fruit from her hand, and ran back to the stage chewing happily. CUTIS stood frozen, pretending to be angry.
“Hey! That wasn’t in the plan!” he shouted, hands on hips.
The monkey shrugged and offered him a tiny piece. CUTIS sighed and took it, sharing a bite. The crowd—Mom and Dad—cheered and clapped wildly.
After the show, Mom hugged both of them. “You two are full of surprises. I can’t believe you did all that by yourselves!”
CUTIS grinned. “We just wanted to make you smile.”
The monkey nodded and gave Mom a small flower it had been hiding behind its back. Mom melted instantly, hugging it close.
That night, as the stars sparkled above the quiet village, CUTIS and the baby monkey sat together by the bamboo hut, munching on leftover fruit. “We did it,” CUTIS whispered proudly. “Our secret worked.”
The baby monkey leaned against him, letting out a soft “ee-ee” sound that meant happiness. CUTIS smiled, patting its tiny head.
From that day on, Mom and Dad often teased them. “So, what’s your next secret project?” Dad would ask. CUTIS and the monkey would only exchange mysterious looks and giggle.
But deep down, it wasn’t about secrets or funny costumes. It was about the bond they shared—the laughter, the teamwork, and the joy of making others smile. CUTIS learned that even small, silly ideas could bring big happiness when done with love.
And the baby monkey? It became the village’s little celebrity. Everyone wanted to see it perform again. But CUTIS always said, “Maybe later. Our next show is top secret!”
The monkey would nod proudly, as if it really understood, and the two partners-in-crime would walk off together—one boy, one monkey, sharing another day full of laughter, mischief, and pure friendship.
Because when CUTIS and the baby monkey have a secret, you can be sure of one thing: it’s always super funny, super cute, and full of love. 😂🐒❤️
