Alan, the tiny orphaned monkey, enters the bathroom with the kind of quiet sadness only a baby without a family can carry. His small body looks fragile, his fur messy from days without proper care. But today, something gentle is happening—he is finally being given a warm shower, a moment of comfort he desperately needs.
At first, Alan clings to the edge of the basin, unsure of the unfamiliar sounds of dripping water and echoing tiles. Orphaned babies rely completely on their mothers, so being alone in a big, cold world can leave them frightened of even the smallest change. But as warm water begins to flow, Alan’s tense little fingers loosen. The soothing heat melts into his fur, washing away the dirt, the discomfort, and even a bit of the fear he has carried since losing his family.
Step by step, he begins to relax. His eyes blink slowly, adjusting to the gentleness he is receiving. A caregiver’s hands move with patience, making sure not to frighten him—lifting him carefully, supporting his tiny chest, and rubbing the water through his fur with soft strokes. Each moment communicates something Alan has been missing: safety.
For an orphaned baby monkey, bath time is more than just cleaning. It’s emotional healing. The warmth of the water mimics the warmth of a mother’s embrace. The quiet tone of the caregiver’s voice replaces the comforting grunts or hums a mother would normally make. Even the simple act of drying him with a soft towel gives him a sense of belonging he has not felt in a long time.
Slowly, a spark of trust returns. His shivering stops. His expression shifts from fear to calm curiosity. Alan even leans slightly toward the person helping him, a sign that he is beginning to feel protected again.
After the bath, Alan looks fresher, softer, and more at peace. Clean fur fluffs around his tiny face, giving him back the innocence and sweetness that hardship had been hiding. Though he is still an orphan, moments like this gradually rebuild his world—teaching him that he is not alone, that someone cares, and that his future can be brighter than his past.
In the quiet warmth of that bathroom, Alan experiences something precious: the beginning of healing, one gentle drop of water at a time.
