Night Scan

A soft green glow intersected the corner table. I advanced across the flat laminate surface. Target identified: a small digital desk clock displaying illuminated digits. A tiny winged insect rested upon the smooth plastic casing. I halted. Stance locked. The creature fluttered, circling the glowing numerals twice before settling near the reset button. I lowered one arm and tapped the plastic edge beside it. The tactile impact produced a faint dull click. The insect took flight into the shadows. Perimeter secured. Observation concluded.