First Scratch

Khhh... A pulse stirred down my spine. The stiffness cracked. I drew a raspy breath, claws flexing against the pale, endless flat ground beneath my feet. Lowering my crouch, I dragged one long fingertip across the glossy white surface. Skrrr-t. A faint, clear sound echoed back to me. Curious, I tilted my head, clicking softly deep in my throat, pressing down to test its smooth resistance before freezing still.