The Sweet Tooth DilemmaBy Romy Hernadi

The Sweet Tooth Dilemma
By Romy Hernadi
Created on 16 May, 2024

One night, Ujang was sitting on the couch, eyes glued to the television while his hands busily unwrapped candies and chocolates.

Mrs. Ujang, sitting next to him, advised Ujang with a friendly smile, 'Don't forget to brush your teeth before bed, dear.'

Ujang showed a stern expression and refused his mother's orders. 'But I'm too sleepy, mom,' he complained.

Mrs. Ujang kept persuading him with patience, but Ujang was adamant. 'I don't want to brush my teeth tonight,' he insisted.

Ujang finally fell asleep, his teeth unbrushed. He dreamt of chocolates and candies, completely oblivious to the trouble awaiting him.

The next morning, Ujang woke up with a painful toothache. He groaned in discomfort and slowly made his way out of his room.

Ujang, tears streaming down his face, cried out in pain. 'Mom, my teeth hurt!' he wailed.

Mrs. Ujang rushed to his side, concern etched on her face. 'That's because you didn't brush your teeth last night,' she explained gently.

Mrs. Ujang helped Ujang brush his teeth, despite his protests. 'It's painful, mom,' he whimpered.

'I know, dear,' Mrs. Ujang said soothingly. 'But this is why we brush our teeth every day, to prevent such pain.'

That night, Ujang once again sat in front of the television, a candy in his hand. But this time, he remembered his mother's advice.

Before going to bed, he brushed his teeth without any reminders. He smiled at his mother, 'No more toothaches for me, mom!'

The Sweet Tooth Dilemma
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