Exceptional It takes one willing spirit to move another... Accidental Hitchhiker by Y. M. Roger 100 Word Flash Fiction contest entry

She stepped in front as I exited Goodeetz Grocery. I stopped the cart.   “Uhmm….excuse me?” I smiled.   Her worn, aged face beamed like she’d won the lottery.   “Finally!” she cheered. “Canna hitch a ride?”   I shrugged as we approached my car.   “Depends. Where to?”   “Probly dat Morrigan Funeral place – it’s my Bobby’s brudder’s.”   I frowned but conceded.   “Sure.”   I opened the car door for her.   “Glad ya seen me. Gotta tellum bye, ya know?”   I nodded politely.   Parking at Morrigan’s, I noticed her picture on today’s announcement.   Goodeetz Parking Lot Tragedy   Shocked, I turned to speak, but I was alone.   Recognized Author Notes Please note that the 'misspellings' are to mimic speech patterns and are not author mistakes. Thank you for reading. :) Image of 'Horizon' by Dana Ortelecan from Saatchi Art [www.saatchiart.com]

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