I kicked him, causing him to stumble onto the dangerous third rail, which resulted in an explosion and fire. The incident highlights how the third rail, usually considered deadly, surprisingly turned out to be useful in this situation. It emphasizes the unpredictability of dangerous objects, which can sometimes be unexpectedly helpful.

"I gave him a kick and he stepped back onto the third rail. Exploding, flaming eraser! This is why moms tell you to stay away from the third rail, but it sure came in handy this time." This quote from The Angel Experiment by James Patterson illustrates a moment of unintended consequence where something dangerous becomes beneficial in a critical moment.