Geuszey's 100-word story for May 1, 2025

Geuszey wrote the following micro-story on Hectalex on May 1, 2025. Each story on Hectalex is inspired by a daily visual prompt and must be exactly 100 words.

"Now Elizabeth, I think you know why you're here today." "Yes, ma'am." "I have to confess, I'm a little surprised to see such a good student in my office for a reason like this." "I'm sorry, ma'am." "Do you have anything to say regarding your little... diversion?" "Diversion, ma'am?" "Yes, Elizabeth. A diversion. A wandering off the path of perfection that you have tried to tread for your first 3 years at this school. A diversion from the morals we try to reinforce for our students." "Well, ma'am. Stories are what makes my heart sing. I just want to read."

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