It was a chilly autumn morning, and Nar woke up feeling extra excited. Today was his day—his birthday! He wagged his tail eagerly, expecting the usual hugs and belly rubs, but as he padded around the house, no one seemed to notice. Neo and Koli were busy chasing each other, while Mill and Will were napping by the window. Even Brian, the wise old dog, was too engrossed in his dreams to pay attention.
Nar’s little heart sank. He looked up at the big humans, hoping for a “Happy Birthday” or a treat, but they were all wrapped up in their own tasks. For the first time, Nar felt truly alone. His birthday was supposed to be special, yet the house felt quieter than ever.
With a heavy sigh, Nar curled up in his favorite spot, trying to fight back his sadness. Suddenly, he felt a soft nudge. It was Ria, his sister, gently pushing a little toy towards him with her nose. “Happy birthday, Nar!” she whispered. Nar’s tail began to thump against the floor. Then, from across the room, Nik and Sim bounded over with excited barks, carrying a makeshift gift—a tiny ball wrapped in one of Will’s blankets.