A Glow in the Dark

I pushed myself up onto my feet and explored the edge of the smooth wooden table. Without a voice, I couldn't call out into the quiet room, but a shiny metal mug caught my eye. I crouched down, pointed both arms toward my chest, and leaned forward until my glowing cyan core mirrored cleanly against the curved polished steel. Delighted by the blue spark staring back at me, I waved both hands at my reflection, tilted my head, and gave the metal side a gentle, playful rap with my knuckles.