magisternihil's 100-word story for August 10, 2025

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

Miller felt a tap on his shoulder and looked up to see a man, wild hair and beard around bright green eyes. “Salmon,” the man said, and he walked away. Moments later, he was distracted again by a relentless squeaking noise. He looked up to see the man riding the craziest of bicycles. “Excuse me, what did you mean?” he asked. “About what?” asked the man. He stopped pedaling. “You mean this? It’s my time-travel bike.” Miller laughed. “Nonsense.” The man shrugged. “Ask me a question.” “What’s your favorite kind of fish?” asked Miller. The man grinned. “Be right back.”

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