magisternihil's 100-word story for August 8, 2025

magisternihil wrote the following micro-story on Hectalex on August 8, 2025. Each story on Hectalex is inspired by a daily visual prompt and must be exactly 100 words.

“Th-that cow has three eyes,” whispered Andy. “And?” Bobby gave a withering look. “Don’t change the subject. Are you going or not. “What?” said Andy, unable to pull his gaze from the aberrant bovine. “The party! Are you going?” Bobby threw his arms up. “Honestly, getting you to commit to anything is impossible. “Why does the cow have three eyes, though?” asked Andy Bobby looked. The cow blinked. Thrice. “Um…that’s not good. How far did we walk?” A chopper flew over the trees as military vehicles raced toward them. “I don’t think we’re going to the party,” said Andy.

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