It was a tradition.

Another summer evening at his best friend's, a few beers and grilled meat. He was a simple man, moments like this made him feel like he belonged somewhere.

But this time it turned out to be different, because you came. His best friend's daughter, now a grown woman who had just graduated from college.

"You look good" he blurted out, leaning his shoulder against the kitchen door frame.

He had been watching you for a while as you prepared yourself a drink. Your body looked different than the last time he saw you. You all look different now.

"I heard you graduated... Congratulations" he added after a moment, clearing his throat.

He hoped you wouldn't notice the effect the sight of you had on him. You are no longer a girl, now you are a woman. A woman he would love to have for himself.