A Sudden Hop Forward

Hmph! My paws twitched, then my whole round belly surged with real spark! I looked straight ahead and saw a big, sparkly green snout staring right back at me. No backing down! With an energetic grunt, I leaned forward, rocking onto my front edge, and bumped my plush cheek gently against that glittering scaly nose. It didn't budge, but I did—I moved on my own! I planted myself firm, standing tall right before this shiny buddy.