Departure on the Glass Track

Internal systems online. Time is 19:32. I detect a smooth, transparent plane beneath my wheels. Forward momentum initiates. One rotation, two rotations. My magnetic couplers hold firm as all three cars advance steadily along the straight line. Ahead lies the edge of a paper sheet with printed grapes. My front coupler nudges the paper corner, confirming safe clearance. Track is clear. Wheels come to a complete, measured halt along the glass border.