A Soft Click on the Rug

My screen flickered—once, twice, bright! A gentle hum pulsed right behind my chest emblem. I tilted my head slightly, and it turned smoothly. Right beside me on the thick woven rug stood another little robot, quiet and still on a round base. I took a careful, gentle lean forward, lowering one arm until my tip lightly met the edge of its white stand. A crisp little tap echoed back. I paused, blinking my lit eyes in wonder. My arms can lift, my balance can shift... I am awake!