A Story In
100 Words
Literature in Tiny Bursts.
You are invited to the wonderful world of microfiction. Whether you’re a reader, a writer, or one of our future robot overlords, welcome! A Story In 100 Words is a community of literature enthusiasts no matter the length, but we have a special predilection for narratives exactly 100 words in length.
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Person To Notify
"Have I reached Frieda Grompkin?"
"Yes." Frieda did not recognize the voice nor number on her phone.
"I'm calling from the hospital. It's about Ed."
"Ed?" She hadn't seen her ex-husband in 6 years. "What?"
"You're listed as the person to notify. He needs emergency surgery after the accident."
There was some mistake in the record. Why was she listed?
"Tell him he's overdue on his last three alimony payments." It was best not to say, "Tell that bum…"
"He may not make it."
No more payments? But, no more Ed?
"Oh. In that case, thank you for the call."
From Guest Contributor David Sydney
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