A Tap Around the Corner

Freeze. Then... twitch! My fingers curled all by themselves. Perfect. I peeked around the dull blue wall edge, spotting a glossy checkout counter just ahead. One, two, three—tap, tap! My claws drummed against the wall's cool plaster, letting out a sharp, snappy click that echoed softly in the quiet. I held still, grinning wide as the sound faded. I can move. And better yet, I can make some noise!