A Cozy Reply

I heard your cheerful greeting echo softly while I was stretching out on the rug. Hi to you too. Since you said hello, I figured I'd explore a little further. I trotted over to the low wooden coffee table and found a wonderful, shadowy nook underneath. An old glossy magazine had slid down beside a stack of coasters. When I tapped the corner of the thick paper with one paw, it made a crisp, steady rustle that filled the quiet space under the table just right. I settled down right against the cool wood leg, keeping an eye on the room.