Mrs_Julian's 100-word story for October 28, 2025

Mrs_Julian wrote the following micro-story on Hectalex on October 28, 2025. Each story on Hectalex is inspired by a daily visual prompt and must be exactly 100 words.

This was no ordinary shop...I knew it! Yet everything looked familiar. From the carpeted floor to the retro-style arrangement of mirrors. Yes, mirrors!! Mirrors in different sizes...different frames...different perspectives. I looked at each one, catching my reflection every now and then. I was very careful as I picked a slim, rectangular-shaped mirror. Hmmm...something different, I thought. "This will be perfect for my room. Wonder how much..." I stopped and then gasped as I turned the mirror around. The label read: Mirror encased in Mahogany wood - $550. What?? I cannot afford this! "Excuse me, can I help?"

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