Surprising resilience
It felt cold and slightly slimy, making Michelle retract her hand instinctively. The strange thing wasn’t alive, but its mere presence was eerie. It felt like it didn’t belong there, as if it was misplaced, a relic from an age long past. Its resilience was surprising, refusing to move with the gentle tugs Michelle tried. With a deep breath, she decided to pull it out.
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