The Tavern Stop by Gearhead illustrated by Wayfarer I walked into the dark tavern after midnight. The last call was in a couple of hours. There she sat waiting for her biker knight in the corner. I sauntered over and sat down next to her. “What is your name Doll.” “My name is Mariah‚” she muttered‚ her red lips glistened. “What is yours big man&;#63;” “They call me Texas Red.” “Your mother not like you or something&;#63;” She asked. “I was named after a famous outlaw by my Dad.” I then bought us both whiskeys. We toasted to our friendship. I put my hand on her thigh and the rest is history. (publication dated 26-Apr-2024) * * * If you are wondering why this story is so short–well we are running a contest since last year– a fiction contest with 100 word limit. Have a look at https://www.bikernet.com/pages/Bikernet_100_Word_Fiction_Contest_2024.aspx The post The Tavern Stop by Gearhead appeared first on Bikernet Blog - Online Biker Magazine.