A Single Resonant Step

My arms were held motionless toward the ceiling, locked in mid-air. Then a subtle warmth stirred in my fingers. With measured care, I lowered my hands to ease the tension in my joints. I leaned forward and tapped the polished floorboard right at the edge of the illuminated circle. A crisp, sharp click resonated upward into the quiet air. I drew my foot back, smoothed my jacket cleanly into place, and stood listening to the faint echo settle.