A Quiet Step Forward
A soft warmth settled into my paws. When I blinked, the room felt still and bright. Right across from me, a wide yellow face smiled silently on the sheet. I tested shifting my weight, surprised to feel my legs bend and carry me. Taking a slow, cautious step across the white fabric, I reached out and gently pressed the tip of my paw against the round yellow cheek. It yielded softly under my touch. Feeling safe in the quiet, I settled back down onto the sheets to watch.