On the road 🚴‍♂️

On a warm, sun-drenched spring afternoon, Mark eased his bike to a gentle stop at the side of the quiet country lane. The heat of the day had built up, and a light sheen of sweat glistened on his skin beneath the partially unzipped jersey. He swung a leg over the frame and planted his cleated shoes firmly on the grassy verge. With a quick glance up and down the empty road to ensure he was alone, Mark reached for the zipper of his navy cycling suit and pulled it down further, letting the fabric part across his chest. He stepped slightly into the thick, lush grass, aiming to pee there, then raised one gloved hand to wipe away a bead of sweat that was trickling down from under his helmet. As he started to pee he released a satisfied sigh, blissfully unaware.