magisternihil's 100-word story for June 5, 2025

magisternihil wrote the following micro-story on Hectalex on June 5, 2025. Each story on Hectalex is inspired by a daily visual prompt and must be exactly 100 words.

"I don't understand. It looks so peaceful," Collin said. "I'm telling you, Coll, the cards don't lie," answered Diedre. She watched across the water as if by focusing she could see it coming. "So that's it. The end? Didi, this is insane. Come inside." Collin took her hand but she didn't move. He stood next to her, waiting. Just as he was about to protest, they heard the crash. From across the water, a wave of yellow approached. As it came closer, he saw it was thousands of rubber ducks. "Hmmm....I suppose the cards can be misinterpreted," said Diedre.

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