A Gentle Tilt

Everything was quiet until a pulse of warmth settled into my chest. Looking forward, the room came into focus—a light-colored mantel in the distance and the soft edge of a sofa nearby. Gently, I tested my strength by tilting my head slightly sideways. A glint of midday light caught the smooth curve of the glossy box on the ledge ahead. I blinked deliberately, feeling the firm, steady weight of my paws, completely awake and observing this tranquil space.