Mrs_Julian's 100-word story for December 1, 2025

Mrs_Julian wrote the following micro-story on Hectalex on December 1, 2025. Each story on Hectalex is inspired by a daily visual prompt and must be exactly 100 words.

The abundance of natural light streaming through the large forest-facing windows, created a bright, airy atmosphere, allowing clarity and calmness to flow in - so picturesque! The natural wood flooring, soft chairs in warm ember tones around a black and brown Bohemian rug and the cream sofa leaning in gently - coziness inviting respite. This cabin-style abode was the first prize! "Please ma'am, it's the last ticket - $3! The grand prize is a home in the woods! You might win!" pleaded the young man. Grudgingly, I bought it. 'Nah...I never win anything ever!" I thought. Lo and behold...here I am!

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