A Gentle Tap

The carpet felt textured beneath me. I opened my eyes slowly. Right in front of my paws rested a clear round capsule filled with pink scraps. For a long while, I just watched it. Then, quietly, I moved one paw forward. It yielded to my will. I nudged the capsule gently, and it made a tiny, soft roll across the carpet fibers. I rested my paw down again, listening to the calm around me.