A Gentle Nudge Beside Venus

The dark room felt quiet and heavy. When my eyes blinked open, I felt my little rounded arm resting against the soft fabric beside me. Could I... move? I gave a gentle wobble. My side softly bumped against the warm, peach-colored plush companion sitting right next to me. The velvet cloth gave way just a tiny bit, yielding into a quiet, cozy dent. Oh... I can shift on my own. I settled back against the gray cushion, listening to the soft stillness around us.