The Curious Case of the Cuddly Cock

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The Curious Case of the Cuddly Cock

The morning sun cast a gentle glow through the dusty windowpane, illuminating the small, rustic coop where a solitary rooster stood not with arrogance, but with a quiet, dignified grace. His feathers, a tapestry of russet and gold, shimmered with an almost tender light as he tilted his head, his dark eyes holding a deep, knowing softness. He did not crow for dominance, but offered a low, melodic cluck that seemed to vibrate with a strange, comforting warmth. I found myself drawn closer, my breath catching as I slowly extended a hand, not in demand, but in hesitant offering. He stepped forward, not with fear, but with a deliberate trust, and pressed the sleek, warm crown of his head against my trembling palm. A profound sense of connection bloomed within my chest, a silent understanding that transcended the simple boundary of species. The world outside, with all its noise and haste, simply fell away into a hushed reverence. In that suspended moment, there was only the shared, rhythmic beat of our two hearts, communicating a language older than words. His presence was a quiet anchor, a feather-soft solace against the rough edges of my soul. It was not a taming, but a tender meeting of two lonely spirits, finding an unexpected home in a single, silent touch.

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