magisternihil's 100-word story for July 19, 2025

magisternihil wrote the following micro-story on Hectalex on July 19, 2025. Each story on Hectalex is inspired by a daily visual prompt and must be exactly 100 words.

“What do you do with one hundred sparks?” asked the driver. The question broke the silence like an explosion, Del was so lost in thought. “Huh?” he managed. “What do you—“ “I heard the question, I just don’t know what you mean?” said Del. He tried to answer. “I don’t know. Brighten the nighttime sky with a colorful blast? Ignite a bonfire on a beach? Light one hundred candles at a memorial service? The driver looked back at him perplexed. “No, what do you do at Hunter Parks? Your destination.” Del laughed. They do say inspiration can be found anywhere.

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