bradhurt2003's 100-word story for July 10, 2025

bradhurt2003 wrote the following micro-story on Hectalex on July 10, 2025. Each story on Hectalex is inspired by a daily visual prompt and must be exactly 100 words.

Chad knew his parents would always take care of him. They told him everyday just how much they loved him, and he believed it. But one thing bothered him. Every night, they would tuck him into bed with the promise that he was safe. Nothing could harm him as long as they were around. Chad had his doubts. Strange noises came from his closet in the late hours of the night, and he just knew it was monsters. One night, he decided to summon his courage and face his fears. And that’s the night he made several new intergalactic friends.

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