We moved right after school was out. My father had been transferred to another city in early June, and it was decided that we would move as soon as possible.
Our new house was in the suburbs of a large western city and there was a lot to do. After nearly a week of unpacking and straightening, it was time for me to mow the lawn and trim the overgrown hedges. The hedges separated our yard from our neighbors. I had no idea who lived there. I had never seen anyone. The house was quiet and dark