The day started with a silence that felt heavy, as though the entire world knew something heartbreaking was about to happen. CUTIS, the smart and kind-hearted farmer who had become a hero to many, stood by the wooden gate of his farmhouse. His eyes were red and puffy, evidence of the sleepless night he had spent worrying and crying. Today was the day that CUBIS, his closest companion and dearest friend, was leaving. The bond they shared wasn’t just friendship; it was like family, a deep connection built on trust, laughter, and countless shared moments.
For months, CUTIS and CUBIS had been inseparable. Whether working in the fields, caring for the baby monkey they both adored, or simply sharing a quiet sunset, they were always side by side. CUTIS was a man of few words, but with CUBIS, he never needed to speak much. Their hearts understood each other perfectly. It was this silent understanding that made the farewell even more unbearable.
The News That Shattered CUTIS
A week before, CUBIS had received an unexpected opportunity. A relative from the city had called, offering a new life and a promising future. While CUTIS was happy for CUBIS, his heart sank at the thought of being left alone. He tried to smile and encourage his friend, but deep down, the pain was gnawing at him. CUTIS had always been the strong one, the protector of both his farm and his friends, but when he thought about life without CUBIS, he felt fragile and lost.
The night before CUBIS’s departure, CUTIS sat on the porch with the baby monkey in his arms. The little creature seemed to sense his sadness, cuddling close as if to comfort him. CUTIS whispered softly, “Tomorrow, our home will feel empty. Who will laugh with us? Who will tell me all those silly jokes at sunset?” His voice cracked as tears rolled down his face. The baby monkey looked at him with wide, innocent eyes, unaware of the change that was coming.
The Morning of Goodbye
The morning of the farewell was unusually cold, even though the sun was shining. CUTIS woke early, but he didn’t want to get out of bed. He lay there for a while, staring at the ceiling, trying to hold onto the last moments before the reality of goodbye set in. When he finally got up, he went straight to CUBIS’s room. There, he saw the small suitcase packed neatly by the door, and his heart sank even deeper.
CUBIS, cheerful as always, tried to lighten the mood. “CUTIS, don’t look so sad! I’ll visit when I can, and we’ll talk every day. It’s not the end, you know.” But CUTIS couldn’t bring himself to smile. His lips trembled as he nodded. He didn’t want to ruin CUBIS’s happiness, but he felt like a piece of his soul was being taken away.
The baby monkey, sensing the tension, clung to CUBIS’s leg, whining softly. CUTIS picked it up and held it close, saying, “See, even our little one doesn’t want you to go.” CUBIS patted the monkey gently, his eyes moist but trying to stay strong.
Memories of Better Days
While waiting for the car that would take CUBIS away, CUTIS couldn’t help but remember all the good times they had shared. He remembered the day they first met, when CUBIS had come to help him on the farm after a storm. CUTIS was struggling to repair a broken fence when CUBIS walked up with a smile and offered his help. From that day on, they became like brothers.
There were days when they would work in the hot sun, sharing jokes and laughter while planting crops. There were rainy evenings when they would sit by the fire, eating simple meals and telling stories about their childhoods. CUBIS was always the one to encourage CUTIS, reminding him of his strength when times were tough.
Those memories flooded CUTIS’s mind like waves crashing against rocks. He realized that life would never be the same without CUBIS by his side.
The Final Hug
The sound of the car engine broke the silence. It was time. CUTIS felt his legs go weak as he walked CUBIS to the gate. Neither of them spoke for a moment. It was as if words couldn’t capture the emotions they were feeling. CUTIS finally said in a trembling voice, “Take care of yourself, CUBIS. No matter where you are, remember this will always be your home.”
CUBIS’s eyes filled with tears as he pulled CUTIS into a tight hug. For a long moment, they just stood there, holding each other, as though letting go would make the goodbye real. The baby monkey, now aware of what was happening, started crying too, reaching out its tiny hands toward CUBIS.
CUTIS couldn’t hold back anymore. His tears streamed down his face as he whispered, “This is the worst day of my life. I don’t know how to say goodbye.” CUBIS gently wiped his tears and replied, “Don’t think of it as goodbye, my friend. Think of it as ‘See you soon.’ Our hearts are always connected.”
Watching CUBIS Leave
As the car drove away, CUTIS stood there, his hand raised, waving until the vehicle disappeared down the road. His chest felt heavy, and his eyes blurred with tears. The farm seemed so quiet without CUBIS’s laughter echoing through it. The baby monkey clung to his shoulder, whimpering, as if asking, “Where did he go?”
CUTIS sat down by the gate, staring at the empty road. He whispered, “Life won’t be the same without you, CUBIS. But I’ll keep our memories alive. Every time I work in the fields or see the sunset, I’ll think of you.”
Finding Strength in Pain
The hours after CUBIS left were the hardest. CUTIS wandered around the house, seeing reminders of his friend everywhere — the cup CUBIS used for tea, the old jacket he forgot to pack, the chair where he always sat during dinner. Every little thing brought a fresh wave of sadness.
But CUTIS knew he had to be strong. He had the baby monkey to care for, and the farm still needed his attention. He wiped his tears, took a deep breath, and whispered, “CUBIS would want me to keep going. I have to be strong for both of us.”
The Promise
That evening, as the sun set behind the hills, CUTIS sat on the porch with the baby monkey. He spoke softly, as though CUBIS could hear him from miles away. “I promise, no matter how far you are, I’ll keep this place just as you remember it. One day, when you return, we’ll laugh again like nothing ever changed.”
The baby monkey chirped softly, as if agreeing. Though his heart was still aching, CUTIS felt a glimmer of hope. Love and friendship, he realized, are stronger than distance. CUBIS might be gone for now, but their bond would never break.
