This is a story in exactly 81 words. Originally written in 2014 for the (now defunct) website 81words.net. Find more of these stories here


He turned and faced the other man.

"Hey, you!"

"You talkin' to me?"

They both stood motionless, eyeing each other with suspicion.

"Yes, I am talking to you."

"What do ya want from me?"

"I quite like your jacket."

"Um, thanks. I guess I like yours, too."

"You seem to be quite a cool guy."

"If you say so."

"Wanna go out for a beer?"

A female voice interrupted the conversation.

"Thomas, are you talking to the mirror again?"

"No, mom!"