10.

The clouds were partially darkening in some areas around town, and there seemed to be a storm looming, but it was taking its time getting here. He had been hiking for over a week, finding new spots to take as often as possible. It was refreshing to walk out early in the morning and enjoy a walk among the trees.

Leaves crunched underneath his sports shoes while he trekked along the patched trail that meandered around the forest floors. There were others on the trail. A few joggers, some walkers, cyclists and couples exercising together. Trees towered above him, their shadows creating patterns on the floor with what little light hit them.

After the hike, he sat on the hood of his car, watching the clouds while music played over his headphones. His phone vibrated beside him, and he answered the call after peeking at the caller ID.

“Hey.” Sofia greeted, sounding chirpy, but a little out of breath.

“Hi.”

“I just left your parent's house. She told me you finally moved into your new pla