joeislove's 100-word story for September 17, 2025

joeislove wrote the following micro-story on Hectalex on September 17, 2025. Each story on Hectalex is inspired by a daily visual prompt and must be exactly 100 words.

Sure, it's a nasty curve, but I don't think it's fair calling it "Deadman's Curve." That's being a little dramatic, and it's counter-factual at that. Only about 30% of the people who wipe out here get killed. Around 90% smash their car up so bad it can't be driven again, though. They oughta call it "Deadcar Curve," but I guess that lacks a certain gravitas. Anyway, usually takes them a while to figure out how to drag the wrecks out of the ravine. Gives me just enough time to get down there and swipe the plates. You like my collection?

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