Rose, Relux, and Puis were enjoying a carefree moment high up in the branches of a tall tree. The sun filtered through the leaves, and the tree felt like a playground made just for them. They leaped from branch to branch, chasing one another, full of laughter and excitement. For them, the tree was a place of freedom where fear seemed far away and the ground below hardly mattered.
Rose was the boldest of the three, often leading the games and daring the others to follow. Relux stayed close behind, confident but careful, while Puis, the smallest, tried hard to keep up, mimicking every move with determination. Their playful energy filled the air, and for a while, nothing existed except joy and movement.
Then, in a sudden and terrifying instant, everything changed. A branch cracked under their combined weight. The sound was sharp and unexpected. Before any of them could react, the branch gave way. Rose, Relux, and Puis lost their balance and fell together, tumbling through leaves and air toward the ground below.
The fall happened in seconds, but it felt endless. Limbs flailed, eyes widened in fear, and their playful sounds turned into cries of panic. They hit the ground hard, the impact knocking the breath out of them. Dust and leaves scattered as their bodies landed awkwardly, pain replacing joy instantly.
For a moment, there was silence. Then movement. Rose was the first to stir, groaning softly as she tried to lift herself. Relux rolled onto his side, stunned and shaking, while Puis lay still, frightened and confused. Fear filled the air as they slowly realized what had happened.
Others nearby rushed closer, alarmed by the noise. Concern replaced the earlier playfulness as they watched carefully. Rose limped, favoring one leg, but managed to stay upright. Relux’s movements were stiff, suggesting soreness and shock. Puis finally began to cry, his small body trembling as pain and fear overwhelmed him.
This accident was a harsh reminder of how quickly joy can turn into danger. The tree that had felt safe moments before became the cause of injury and fear. For young ones still learning balance and strength, even familiar places can hold hidden risks. Play, though essential for learning, carries danger when combined with height and inexperience.
Despite their pain, the bond between Rose, Relux, and Puis remained strong. They stayed close to one another, seeking comfort in shared presence. Being together helped calm their fear, reminding them they were not alone. Their closeness became a source of reassurance in the aftermath of the fall.
As time passed, their movements slowly improved, though caution replaced excitement. The experience changed them. They learned, in the most painful way, that the world is unpredictable. What began as a joyful game ended as a lesson about limits and danger.
Still, their survival mattered most. Though shaken and hurt, Rose, Relux, and Puis lived to move forward. Their fall was frightening, but it also showed resilience—the ability to rise again after fear and pain, and to grow wiser through experience.
