Monkey

Monkey is a small primate Short Round finds and keeps as a companion during their stay in Pankot Palace. He perches on the boy's arm and follows him closely through opulent pavilion gatherings, blending into the group's movements amid royal ceremonies and intrigue. Agile and sociable, Monkey provides Short Round with affectionate company, his presence underscoring the boy's resourcefulness and bond with animals in exotic, perilous settings.