A Sudden Shiver

Tilted sideways! Everything leaned. Then, a warm flutter stirred inside. I gave a tiny wobble, righting my little feet. My gold cape rustled against the soft white cushion nearby—shhh-shhh, a quiet, muffled scrape! I opened my mouth wide and grinned. Alive? Yes! I leaned in and tapped the soft white fabric once more, completely fascinated by that tiny sound.