Cheater's 100-word story for May 15, 2025

Cheater wrote the following micro-story on Hectalex on May 15, 2025. Each story on Hectalex is inspired by a daily visual prompt and must be exactly 100 words.

She strutted in like she owned the meadow—bangs bouncing, attitude dialed to eleven. The others paused mid-chew, uncertain whether to cheer or chew harder. With a sideways glance and a snort that sounded suspiciously like jazz, she declared grass passé and started nibbling the fence. “Iconic,” muttered a sheep. Birds whispered rumors of her velvet rebellion while squirrels took notes. Somewhere, a breeze changed direction in quiet admiration. She wasn’t here to follow rules—she was here to reinvent the ecosystem. And honestly? She made existential confusion look fabulous. Somewhere between fur and philosophy, she winked. The sun blushed.

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