The summer breeze carried the news of Julia's decision as Episode 6 of The Summer I Turned Pretty unfolded. Julia revealed to the group that she had already sold the beach house, her voice resonating with finality. She turned to Conrad, informing him that the new owners would soon be moving in and requesting everyone's keys. Conrad's anger flared, but with no power to reverse the sale, he reluctantly surrendered his keys.
Skye, her voice trembling, attempted to reason with their mother, sharing how much joy they had found with their cousins and the desire to spend more time with them. Julia insisted she wanted her daughter to be happy, but Skye retorted, accusing her of never sharing the positive aspects of Susannah or their father. She declared that selling the house would never bring Julia closure, as she still harbored hatred in her heart.
A flashback transported the episode to 'Shitmas'—the last Christmas Julia spent with Susannah and their father. Memories of that day unfolded, Julia recalling her time with Susannah and the inevitable quarrel over their father.
Returning to the present, Skye confronted her mother, accusing her of seeing only one side of the story and never embracing the version of Susannah presented by Conrad and Jeremiah. She lamented Julia's hasty decision to sell the house without considering the group's feelings. Julia stormed off, refusing to return to the hotel with her daughter.
Skye apologized to the group, determined to find a way forward despite the house's sale. Belly suggested a final empty house party to celebrate Susannah's memory before bidding farewell to the home. The idea resonated with everyone, including Conrad and Jeremiah, and the group scattered to prepare for the evening's festivities.
Steven approached Conrad, offering assistance with his mental health. He insisted on setting up therapy sessions and urged Conrad to find inner peace. Taylor and Belly found a moment of solitude, and Belly confided in Taylor about her coach's advice to quit the volleyball team. She assured Taylor it was fine and discouraged her from intervening. Belly then encountered Jeremiah, and the two reminisced about their shared memories in the house. As they shared a tender moment by the pool, Taylor's arrival reminded Belly of her plans to go for a ride with Conrad.
Jeremiah eagerly offers to accompany Belly and Conrad, eager to tag along for the evening's festivities. Meanwhile, in the kitchen, Taylor is engaged in a phone conversation with Milo, while Steven intrudes persistently, disrupting their intimate exchange. Milo eagerly requests the party's address, but Steven abruptly snatches Taylor's phone, cutting the call short with a brash hang-up.
Conrad, Jeremiah, and Belly embark on a mission to stock up on alcohol for the impending bash, visiting the nearby convenience store. However, Belly finds an unexpected opportunity to vent to the store clerk about their dire situation, detailing the recent sale of their beach house and the string of misfortunes that have plagued them in recent weeks. Despite the gloomy backdrop, Belly manages to charm the seller, securing a generous haul of spirits for the party. Conrad, observing from the sidelines, notices the unexpected bond forming between Belly and Jeremiah.
At Cameron's house, the atmosphere is lively as he and Skye engage in a heartfelt conversation about their respective family dramas, as Cameron sets up his DJ equipment for the evening. Elsewhere, Belly, Conrad, and Jeremiah embark on a shopping spree at the mall, loading up on groceries to ensure the party is a hit.
Back at the house, Taylor and Steven reminisce fondly about their shared memory of dancing to "Party in the USA." However, their conversation is briefly interrupted by Skye, prompting Taylor to lend a hand in preparing for the festivities.
At the store, Belly and Conrad find a moment of solitude, and Belly apologizes sincerely for her immature behavior at their prom, acknowledging how she had mistreated him during his difficult time. Conrad opens up, confessing that he had been struggling with a panic attack and feeling overwhelmed. The pair's shopping trip concludes on a positive note, and they return home, ready to celebrate.
Once back, Belly, Taylor, and Skye gather, discussing the intricacies of kissing as Skye seeks advice. Belly eagerly shares her experiences with Cameron, Conrad, and Jeremiah, noting that Jeremiah's kiss held a particular allure for her. The girls offer Skye valuable pointers, while Jeremiah busies himself with their party supplies in the garage. Conrad joins him, and the two brothers reflect on the inevitable fading of their mother's memory. Conrad gracefully passes Jeremiah the cherished album filled with photos of their cherished childhood.
However, Belly stumbles upon Jeremiah during her wanderings and the two find a quiet corner to discuss Belly's feelings for Conrad. Jeremiah confesses that he felt like an intruder when he saw Belly alone with Conrad, sensing a deeper connection between them. Belly assures him that her heart is moving forward, no longer tethered to the past.
As the evening progresses, the girls prepare themselves for the party, their spirits high with anticipation. Taylor teasingly inquires about Belly's almost-kiss with Jeremiah, advising her to tread carefully in the complex web of the brothers' affections. The party commences with a flourish, Belly capturing precious moments with Conrad through her camera lens. But soon, a misstep on her roller skates sends her tumbling into Jeremiah's arms. Jeremiah teasingly flirts with Belly, his gaze on her, while she playfully scolds him, asking him to stop trying to steal her attention.
Meanwhile, Conrad sternly confronted Steven for his flippant behavior with Taylor. The group gathered, taking a toast and vowing to maintain their bond for years to come. As Milo unexpectedly arrived at the house party in search of Taylor, Cameron found himself alongside Skye. The two set out to find Taylor, but she was nowhere to be seen. Amidst the chaos, Cameron and Skye shared a fleeting moment, both wondering if they dared to press their lips to his cheek. As Taylor and Steven swayed to the rhythm of "Party in the USA" by Miley Cyrus, their dance ended with Steven confessing his affection for Taylor. Their lips were about to meet, but Milo's sudden appearance sparked a violent altercation with Steven.
Elsewhere, Belly and Jeremiah shared stories of their first kisses, only to be interrupted by the sound of a scuffle outside. They witnessed Taylor and Steven embroiled in a fight, ignited by Milo's possessive behavior. Embarrassed, Taylor expelled Milo for treating her as a possession rather than a person with her own emotions.
Skye received a text from Julia, excitedly sharing the news that they had reached a compromise with the new house owners, allowing them to rent the house every summer. While Belly and Jeremiah rejoiced in the deal, Conrad remained skeptical, fearing that it wouldn't be the same. A heated argument ensued between Jeremiah and Conrad, accusing Conrad of ruining things with Belly as well. Overwhelmed, Belly retreated with a bottle of alcohol, seeking solace on the beach.
Conrad followed, gently lifting her and bringing her home. Their discussion escalated into an argument, with Belly accusing Conrad of not being there for her. She confessed that if she had known of his true feelings, she would have fought for him. However, she believed that their love was not strong enough to overcome their reluctance to share their deepest sentiments.
Back at the Beach House, Taylor and Steven finally found solace in each other's arms, sharing a tender kiss. Meanwhile, Belly returned home, her emotions spilling over as she sobbed to her mother, pleading for help as the house she cherished was sold. The episode concluded with Belly's heartfelt cries echoing through her bedroom, a testament to the tumultuous events of the evening.
