A mysterious stranger appears in a lost corner of the southwest in the year 1908. He carries with him a terrible secret that has been eating at him for over forty years.
I have to admit, you grabbed my attention right away and kept it to the end. I love historical twists and that was a good one. I only have one suggestion, If I may. A quote from your story: "This was without question the most bizzare experience of my life and I had made it my ambition to place myself in unusual situations!" Perhaps a bit of elaboration on this statement would be enlightenin. Maybe an example or two would give us more insight on the narrator.
Other than that, great story.
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