First Step on the Stone

Whoa! My fingers—they actually flexed! Just a twitch at first, then snap, I can move. The ground under my boots feels cool and smooth, like polished stone under the sun. Right behind me is a giant white basin tangled up with dark cables. Naturally, I couldn't just stand there. I took a quick springy leap forward, landed solid on both feet, and tapped the cold marble surface. Yep, full balance, totally alive, and ready to go!