I saw this prompt a couple days ago and have been thinking about the image ever since. The challenge is to set a timer for 6 minutes and see what you can come up with. Here’s what I’ve got in 177 words:

“I said I need butterfly paint!” I yelled into the receiver.

“I’m sorry ma’am. I don’t understand what you’re asking me to find for you.” The voice on the other end of the line tried calmly.

“Listen, you’re supposed to be the guy who can find anything.” I paused for emphasis. “Anything at all,” I finished in a challenging tone.

The line was silent for a moment but then I could hear gentle breathing through my earpiece.

I tried again. “Listen, if you’re not who they said you were, that’s fine. I just need to know if I’m wasting my time.”

No response, so I continued. “I’ve…