A Soft Hum

A tiny static hum buzzed across my screen. I blinked, and the pixels flickered into soft green lines. Hesitating, I tested my right arm, lifting it slowly toward my head. My fingers brushed against my casing, confirming I was really moving. Right beside me, a small microphone rested on the floor, tethered by its cord. I carefully nudged the wire with my boot tip, watching it slide a tiny bit across the bright floor. I stood quietly, steadying my breath.