A Careful Shift
Stiffness faded from my joints. Slowly, I tilted my neck downward. Ahead rested a row of smooth, colorful little cars. I paused, watching them closely. They did not move. Steadying my weight on both hind feet, I took one deliberate step closer. I reached out a claw and lightly pressed against the nearest small blue car. It rolled forward an inch with a quiet click. I drew my claws back and watched the still surface settle.