One afternoon, the village was busy preparing for a joyful celebration. Music played, people laughed, and tables were filled with delicious fruits and colorful drinks. Bobo watched from his favorite tree branch, his eyes wide with excitement. He loved celebrations because they usually meant extra treats for him.
As the party carried on, someone left a shiny glass on one of the tables. Inside was a deep red liquid that sparkled in the sunlight. It looked sweet and fruity, almost like the berry juices Bobo enjoyed. Carefully and quietly, Bobo climbed down from his tree and tiptoed toward the table. He glanced left, then right. No one was watching.
Without hesitation, Bobo grabbed the glass and took a big gulp.
At first, he made a confused face. The taste was strange—sweet but sharp at the same time. It wasn’t like his usual fruit juice. He smacked his lips and tilted his head. “Hmm?” he seemed to wonder. But instead of stopping, he took another sip.
Within minutes, something felt different. Bobo blinked rapidly. The world around him seemed to wobble just a little. He tried to walk in a straight line, but his tiny legs wiggled in funny directions. He attempted to climb back up his tree, but he missed the branch and landed softly in a pile of leaves.
The villagers soon noticed the unusual sight. There was Bobo, swaying from side to side, chattering in a strangely dramatic way, and trying to hug a basket of bananas like it was his best friend. The crowd burst into laughter, though some quickly realized what had happened.
“That monkey drank the wine!” someone exclaimed.
Bobo had accidentally tasted something meant only for adults. The villagers gently picked him up and made sure he was safe. They gave him fresh water and plenty of time to rest under the shade. After a while, the wobbliness faded, and Bobo’s eyes cleared. He looked around, embarrassed but relieved.
From that day forward, the villagers were more careful about leaving their drinks unattended. And Bobo? He learned an important lesson about grabbing things without knowing what they are. Not every colorful drink is meant for a curious monkey.
Though the story became a funny memory shared at many future celebrations, it also reminded everyone to be responsible. As for Bobo, he stuck to his favorite coconut water and fresh mango juice. And whenever he saw a shiny red drink in a glass, he would quickly shake his head and scamper away.
Curiosity may be natural, but sometimes, it’s best to think before you sip. 😅🍷
