Mrs_Julian's 100-word story for October 31, 2025

Mrs_Julian wrote the following micro-story on Hectalex on October 31, 2025. Each story on Hectalex is inspired by a daily visual prompt and must be exactly 100 words.

"This is going for a steal! It looks dilapidated but this property has potential. With some renovation, it can be liveable, I'm sure..." Dwayne rattled off, dying to close the deal. He was just being the real estate agent that he was. I needed my own place and this house, as run-down as it was, fit my budget! " Alright, I'll consider this house but I need to take a look inside to have a better idea of how much renovation needs to be carried out," I firmly stated my point. Dwayne unlocked the door and I stepped in. Oh my...

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