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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The Good Neighbor
He waves from across the street, leaving, working nights again. Smiling, I return his wave. She watches him from the doorway, my gaze goes unnoticed.
Twilight passes, darkness falls. Lights go out in their upstairs window.
Patience. Give it time.
Minutes passing like hours.
Thinking back. Their vacation had been great, thanks for feeding the cat. Glad the new key worked.
It still works.
I fixed that squeaking door and creaking stairway for you.
Standing watch beside her, so lovely sleeping. She deserves more attention.
Sure, I'll keep an eye on the place while you're on graveyard shift. My pleasure.
From Guest Contributor Mirshaan.
Mirshaan has a BFA in Education. He loves words.
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