magisternihil's 100-word story for January 20, 2026

magisternihil wrote the following micro-story on Hectalex on January 20, 2026. Each story on Hectalex is inspired by a daily visual prompt and must be exactly 100 words.

“Well, looks like we have to choose,” said Mick. “This is all a bit nail-on-the-head, don’t you think?” snapped Bobby. Mick looked confused. “What? I’m saying—“ “You’re saying I have to choose a college, do you dragged me out here to a LITERAL CROSSROADS to drive home the point,” shouted Bobby. He gestured around them. “I get it, Dad. Pick a school. Make a decision. That’s what I’m trying to do!” Mick smiled and waited for his son take a breath. When no more rant came, he said, “Kid, we’re genuinely lost. We need to decide which way is home.”

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