A Gentle First Nudge

Everything was still, and then my little paws gave a tiny wiggle. The soft carpet felt warm underneath. I leaned forward very gently, curious to see what would happen. Tap... my nose softly bumped against the side of the quiet black-and-red cat sitting next to me. It stayed completely asleep, but I felt my whole body turn warm and real. I settled right back into place, blinking softly.