Episode 5 of The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 2 opens with the teenagers eagerly returning to the Beach House, their hearts filled with anticipation, yet greeted with a jarring sight - Julia had stripped it bare. The narrative pivots to Jeremiah's perspective, revealing the anguish of losing the cherished memories of Susannah that once flourished within the walls. Conrad's anger reaches a boiling point, his voice resonating as he confronts Julia, yet she stands firm, claiming it was a necessary act. She assures them that the beach house's treasures are safely guarded in a storage unit, ensuring nothing was discarded.
Conrad accuses Julia of harboring jealousy towards Susannah, the favored daughter of their grandfather. Julia's trust shatters as Skye betrays her, revealing the Christmas story to Conrad. They offer apologies to their mother for Conrad's harsh words, yet they add that Julia's actions towards the house were equally unjust.
Outside, Conrad's fury shifts towards their father, reproaching him for neglecting them, but Jeremiah understands Adam's rationale. He attempts to soothe Conrad's temper, but the young man is too agitated to heed. The seven teenagers, now homeless, ponder their next move. Cameron offers to host them, but his humble abode is too cramped to accommodate all six. Jeremiah guides the group to the Country Club, hoping his outdated keycard, a relic of his former employment, would still grant them access. Alas, it fails, but Cameron offers to use his mother's code to gain entry, cautioning them to maintain the club's pristine condition lest his mother lose her job.
Within the club's confines, Cameron and Skye embark on a culinary expedition, while Steven cunningly coerces Taylor into a quest for pristine bedsheets and pillows. Jeremiah scours for a suitable sleeping area, inviting Belly and Conrad to join him, but they decline. Alone, Jeremiah wanders, his mind drifting back to the anguish he felt when Conrad confessed his love for Belly and Belly chose Conrad over him. A flashback reveals Jeremiah at home, unexpectedly greeted by Conrad. Their conversation revolves around Belly, and Conrad apologizes for kissing her, confessing his love and desperate desire to be with her. Jeremiah reluctantly grants his blessing, and Conrad thanks him without realizing the toll it takes on his brother's heart.
In the present moment, Jeremiah struggles to keep his resolve, reminding himself that Belly will inevitably choose Conrad over him. Yet, to his astonishment, Belly appears and joins him in the quest for a suitable place to unwind. Together, they retreat to the screening room and settle in to watch 'The Apartment,' a cherished classic of Susannah's.
Meanwhile, Taylor and Steven scour for cozy attire, finding the perfect wardrobe to bundle up against the cold. In a leather jacket, Taylor discovers a stash of weed, which she discreetly pockets. The two share a few lighthearted jests before venturing into the ballroom where the debutante festivities had unfolded. Steven sets the mood with music and offers Taylor a dance, instructing her in the intricate etiquette of such a grand event. Amidst the dance, he dismisses Jeremiah's text, urging them to join the screening room, choosing instead to revel in the moment with Taylor.
Elsewhere, Belly and Jeremiah find a rare moment of solitude. Jeremiah confesses how he yearned for Belly's presence in the past year, wishing he had summoned her. Cameron, Skye, and Conrad arrive with a bounty of leftovers, offering sustenance to the group. Cameron reveals that Liam Meyer, a mutual friend, had manipulated a judge to access a trust fund left by his grandparents. This revelation prompts Conrad to consider using his own trust fund to salvage their home, even contemplating enlisting Liam's lawyer for assistance.
In the screening room, Jeremiah and Conrad search for Taylor and Steven. A fleeting memory takes us back to the last Thanksgiving, where Belly and Jeremiah's families gathered for a final time before Susannah's passing. Jeremiah finds it difficult to witness Belly and Conrad's closeness. After lunch, Jeremiah seeks Conrad in private, pleading with his brother to exclude him from their future encounters with Belly. Back in the present, the brothers intervene, catching the two just as their lips were about to meet. The group retreats to the screening room, with Belly's gaze lingering on Jeremiah.
Conrad sends a text to Liam, seeking his assistance with his trust fund. Cameron notices the group's clumsiness in the screening room, and fearing his mother's job security, they decide to move outdoors, where they collapse under the starry sky. Skye assists Taylor in crafting a makeshift bong out of an apple, while Belly and Taylor swap tales about Steven and Conrad. Both girls lament that the boys had inflicted too much pain, declaring that first love was indeed overrated. Taylor and Belly vow never to reconcile with Steven and Conrad.
The group huddled together, and Taylor urged Belly to send a text to their Coach, declaring her intention to rejoin the volleyball team. The boys chimed in, and soon, the gang indulged in a game of truth or dare. As the game unfolded, Conrad envisioned himself residing in Cousins for the next decade, relishing those summer days akin to their childhood.
During the game, Skye dared Belly to kiss Jeremiah, but he declined, feeling that they had moved beyond such childish antics. A fleeting memory resurfaced, revealing Jeremiah's infatuation with Belly last summer, after beholding her all grown up. He also recalled noticing Conrad's similar infatuation with Belly. In the present, Belly felt a pang of disappointment when Jeremiah declined the dare.
Cameron spoke of his sister's passing, and the Fisher brothers drew parallels to their mother's demise, sharing how they were coping with the loss and how time would heal all wounds. Meanwhile, Skye and Cameron stumbled into each other's arms, while Steven slumbered beside Taylor. He apologized for their almost-kiss, and she graciously forgave him.
Conrad, meanwhile, researched strategies to reclaim the beach house using his trust fund. Belly received a text from her coach, advising her against rejoining the basketball team. Heartbroken, Belly ignored the advice and sought solace in conversation with Jeremiah. She inquired about his aloofness, and he confessed that it was difficult for him to navigate his feelings for her. He feared that once he embarked on a romantic journey with Belly, he would be unable to stop.
Another memory flashed before Jeremiah's eyes, depicting him with Susannah during Belly's prom night. He reflected on how Conrad had monopolized the attention, neglecting Belly on her special day. He pondered how differently he would have handled the situation if he had been the one with Belly instead of Conrad.
Jeremiah confided in Susannah about his feelings for Belly, and the late mother urged him to always stand by his brother's side. In the present, Belly revealed to Jeremiah that she had watched his graduation ceremony through her mother's phone, longing to be there for him. The two drifted off to sleep next to each other, awakening the following morning.
Taylor awoke horrified, realizing she had spooned Steven in her sleep. The group roused from slumber when Cameron's mother arrived. After tidying up, they embarked on the journey back to the beach house. Conrad informed Jeremiah that he intended to confront Adam, regardless of his brother's approval. Jeremiah assured Conrad of his unwavering support.
Upon arriving at the beach house, the group was devastated to learn that Julia had already sold the property to the first interested buyer. The episode concluded with Jeremiah and Conrad shattered by the news.
