In a quiet village on the edge of a dense forest, where the sun filtered through towering trees and birds chirped melodiously, lived CUTIS, a small, clever dog with a heart as big as her curiosity. CUTIS had always been the guardian of all the forest animals, but lately, there was a new concern on her mind. The baby monkey, Marla, had developed an unusual obsession — the smartphone.
It all began one sunny afternoon. CUTIS had been enjoying her usual stroll along the forest edge when she noticed Marla sitting cross-legged under a banyan tree, her tiny fingers glued to the glowing screen of her phone. The little monkey’s eyes were wide with fascination, completely ignoring the chirping birds, the rustling leaves, and even CUTIS herself.
At first, CUTIS thought it was harmless. After all, who didn’t enjoy a bit of fun on a device? But over the days, it became alarming. Marla would ignore food, skip her playful swings on the vines, and even forget to drink water — all for the hypnotic glow of the screen. CUTIS’s playful bark couldn’t even break the spell. She tried tapping Marla gently, nudging her arm, and even making funny faces, but the baby monkey remained unresponsive.
CUTIS’s heart sank. She knew that something had to be done before Marla became completely addicted. Determined, CUTIS spent the night devising a plan. She prowled through the forest, consulting wise old owls and energetic squirrels, gathering ideas on how to break the spell of the phone. By morning, CUTIS had a shocking plan — one that nobody in the forest could have anticipated.
The next day, CUTIS approached Marla with the utmost caution. She noticed that the baby monkey was completely absorbed in watching videos of other monkeys performing acrobatics. CUTIS’s mind raced. “I need to do something that will snap her out of this trance,” she thought. She remembered the old tales of the forest, where a sudden surprise or a playful trick could bring someone back to reality. And CUTIS, being clever and mischievous herself, was ready to perform her most daring action yet.
CUTIS grabbed a stick, a few colorful flowers, and a shiny stone she had found by the river. She hid behind a bush and waited for the perfect moment. As Marla tapped her screen vigorously, CUTIS took a deep breath and leapt out from her hiding spot, waving the stick dramatically and tossing the flowers into the air. The shiny stone glimmered in the sunlight as it rolled near Marla’s feet.
The reaction was instantaneous. Marla jumped, screeched, and dropped the phone. Her wide eyes blinked rapidly, adjusting to the sudden sensory overload. CUTIS barked joyfully, circling Marla like a tiny whirlwind. “What…what’s happening?” Marla muttered, her tiny hands trembling as she looked around at the sudden burst of color, sound, and motion.
CUTIS didn’t stop there. She knew that a one-time shock wouldn’t be enough. She had to make Marla remember the joys of real life — the forest, friends, and playful adventures. CUTIS grabbed the baby monkey’s hand and pulled her toward the open meadow. At first, Marla resisted, but CUTIS’s firm yet gentle grip reassured her. Soon, the little monkey was running through the grass, feeling the wind against her fur, smelling the flowers, and laughing freely — a sound that had been missing for days.
As Marla ran, CUTIS performed a series of clever antics. She rolled over, jumped through a hoop made from a vine, and even performed a playful mock battle with a pretend imaginary monster. Marla couldn’t help but laugh, the phone completely forgotten. CUTIS’s shocking action had worked — in fact, it worked better than she could have imagined.
But CUTIS wasn’t done yet. She wanted to ensure that Marla wouldn’t fall back into the trap of phone addiction. With determination in her eyes, she devised a daily routine that involved nature, play, and friendship. Each morning, CUTIS would lead Marla to the river for splashing games, then onto the tall trees for climbing exercises, and finally to the meadows for rolling races. Every activity was designed to engage the baby monkey’s mind and body fully, leaving no room for endless screen time.
As the days passed, the change in Marla was remarkable. She rediscovered her love for swinging on tree branches, chasing butterflies, and playing hide-and-seek with the forest animals. CUTIS watched proudly as the little monkey learned to balance, jump, and even solve small puzzles that CUTIS had cleverly arranged. The phone became a forgotten relic, sitting untouched under the banyan tree where it had once cast its spell.
The forest community soon noticed the difference. Other animals were amazed at CUTIS’s cleverness and bravery. How had such a small dog performed such a shocking and effective action? Birds chirped praises, squirrels offered acorns, and even the elder monkeys nodded in approval. CUTIS had not only rescued Marla from the grip of the phone but had reminded the entire forest of the joys of real-life adventures.
One evening, as the sun painted the sky in shades of orange and pink, CUTIS and Marla sat together under the banyan tree. Marla hugged CUTIS tightly, her tiny voice filled with gratitude. “Thank you, CUTIS. I almost forgot how wonderful it is to play outside.” CUTIS wagged her tail, feeling a deep sense of fulfillment. The baby monkey had not only regained her freedom from the phone but had also learned to appreciate friendship, nature, and the simple pleasures of life.
CUTIS’s shocking action became a legend in the forest. Whenever a young animal showed too much fascination with human gadgets, the elders would recount the tale of the brave little dog who had rescued a baby monkey from the dangerous world of addiction. “Remember,” they would say, “sometimes it takes a surprising action, courage, and a lot of love to bring someone back to life’s true joys.”
From that day onward, Marla and CUTIS became inseparable. Their days were filled with laughter, mischief, and endless adventures. The phone was rarely mentioned, except as a story of curiosity and caution. And CUTIS, the clever little dog, continued her mission of protecting her friends, ready to spring into action whenever another forest animal needed her wit and bravery.
In the end, the shocking action had not only saved Marla but had strengthened a bond that would last forever. It was a reminder that sometimes, the simplest yet boldest gestures — a sudden jump, a playful trick, a little mischief — could change a life. And in the heart of the forest, where animals roamed freely and the sun always shone through the leaves, CUTIS’s legacy as the little dog with a big heart continued to inspire all who witnessed her cleverness.
OMG 😱, who would have thought that a dog could be a hero in such an unexpected way? CUTIS showed that love, creativity, and courage could overcome even the most mesmerizing distractions — even a smartphone addiction in a baby monkey.
