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Michelle Milliken's avatar

A shame about the wet chicken and fries. Enjoyable story!

Ricky Champagne's avatar

Yes, a soggy combo platter never wins. But I've got a feeling he'll be back to The Pluck and Tot for a reload. Thanks for reading!

Parker McCoy's avatar

Ol' Walter went heavy on the SPF there. Fried chicken is awesome, but on this trip, I'm not so sure that's the best idea but Walter had had a few. Hehe. Fun ride, Ricky.

Ricky Champagne's avatar

I'm with you, but who are we to question Walter on his "me days." Soggy chicken and all. Thanks for reading, Parker.

Ninjastroni's avatar

This is a great description, "Riverborn drifted around him in postcard fragments."

And that third unnecessary twirl of the line is classic. 😄

Ricky Champagne's avatar

Barrett believes the river demands a show. And he's gonna give it to them. Thanks for reading.

Rebel St. James's avatar

You’re just a genuinely good writer— you’re *really* good at painting a scene. Thanks for sharing this one, Mr. Champagne 🥂

Ricky Champagne's avatar

Too kind, Rebel. Small coastal town, ridiculous premise, it's a fun one to write. Thanks for reading and the kind words.

Eric Patterson's avatar

Fun story of Booze, Fried Chicken and Over confidence! What could go wrong...

Ricky Champagne's avatar

Riverborn tourism at its finest. Thanks for reading.