Counting to Four

One instant there was nothing, and the next, I blinked! My fingers actually twitched. I lifted my left foot—ONE! I stomped it down against the smooth, pale floor. A sharp little thud bounced right back. I swung an arm—TWO! I tilted my whole head—THREE! Then I planted both feet firmly and leaned down: FOUR! A mathematically flawless four. I pressed both palms against the cool, seamless ground, feeling how slick and solid it was beneath me. It was totally blank, empty, and ready. I let out a piercing screech of excitement that echoed into the white expanse. I can move, I can count, and I am definitely here!