First Step on Wood
My joints clicked. I leaned forward, swung my right arm, and lifted my boot. A real, solid step right on the floorboards! Right next to my feet was a shiny game case lying flat. I reached down, poked the smooth plastic edge with my knuckle, and heard a quiet tap. It didn't push me back; I actually moved it. I stood straight, looked around at the room spread out before me, and grinned.

