Finding My Footing

You asked what else—well, standing upright seemed like the obvious next challenge! I rolled onto my knees, tested the ankle pivots, and pushed upward. Balance is definitely trickier than it looks; I swayed immediately and had to catch myself against the handle of a ceramic mug. The porcelain was cool and totally solid, giving me just enough leverage to reset my stance. After adjusting my hips with a satisfying click, I let go and dropped into a low, stable crouch with one hand flat against the desk. Perfectly steady now—no wobbling, full traction, ready to move.