Today was Runi’s birthday, a day she had been looking forward to with wagging tails and excited barks. The decorations were up—streamers hanging from the trees, a little hat placed neatly on her head. The cake, made of her favorite treats, sat untouched. Everything was ready for the perfect birthday party.
But as she looked around, the yard was empty. No one had shown up.
Runi sat quietly by the cake, her excitement slowly fading. She let out a small, disappointed whine. “Today is supposed to be special,” she thought, “but I’m all alone.”
Her ears drooped as she pawed at the ground. The joy she had felt earlier seemed distant now, replaced by a growing sadness. She had imagined a day full of friends, laughter, and running around—but instead, she was left sitting in the quiet.