For such a short short story, it crosses several marks of interest. One, after reading a Stephen King short story in his sharp and dry style, I love coming to Ambrose Bierce's melodic style. Two, it has a moment when you think you know when the story meets a corny end. Yet three, we get something way better, and it's as much comedy as it is horror. Ah, Bierce, taking another simple yet unique approach. ( )

Quickie short story
a chance encounter with Jess
means no more headaches. ( )