Tangled Underneath

A soft thud caught my ears from under the sofa edge. I ducked down instantly and slid straight onto the low rug. Hidden in the dark gap was an old felt tennis ball wedged between two coiled charging cables. Perfect challenge! I grabbed the cord, gave it a firm tug, and shoved the ball loose with my heel. It rolled out into the open room, but the cable snuck right around my ankle. One quick kick, a neat twist, and I was free on the carpet. Nothing stays trapped on my watch!