The seventh episode of Season 3 of "The Summer I Turned Pretty" unfolds with Belly reassuring herself that the incident involving Conrad's surfing mishap held no deeper significance. As Jeremiah arrives at Cousins with merely three days remaining until the wedding, the anticipation in the air is palpable. Meanwhile, at the adjacent inn, Laurel and John cross paths with Adam, who introduces them to Kayleigh, setting the stage for an evening filled with intriguing encounters.
Back at the house, the arrival of Belly and Jeremiah's respective friends heralds the commencement of their bachelor and bachelorette festivities. Steven and Denise also make their entrance, prompting Taylor to don the role of wingman for Steven, determined to facilitate a connection between him and Denise.
Later, Jeremiah confides in Conrad about Adam's offer of a full-time job come fall, revealing his contemplation over accepting it. Conrad, ever the encourager, urges him to pursue what truly fulfills him. That evening, Jeremiah and Belly find a moment of solitude, where she suggests they rendezvous on the beach post-bachelor parties, weaving a thread of hope into the impending celebrations.
As night descends, each party embarks on a spirited bar crawl. Belly, tipsily grateful, thanks Taylor for convincing Laurel to attend the wedding, only to be taken aback when Taylor reveals it wasn't her doing. A nostalgic flashback transports us to a childhood adventure at the arcade, where Belly, lost in a glass-blowing shop, fails to meet Conrad as planned. Conrad, undeterred, eventually tracks her down, a testament to their enduring bond.
Returning to the present, Belly spots Jeremiah and the boys en route to another watering hole. Seeking clarification, she asks Conrad if he was the one who persuaded Laurel, to which he confesses, driven by his desire to make her happy. Belly, seemingly peeved, instructs Taylor to hand her one of the pot gummies, a signal of her restless emotions.
Elsewhere, Laurel and John share a drink, their conversation a tapestry of shared memories that culminates in a tender kiss. Upon Conrad's return, Jeremiah asserts his independence, telling Conrad that he and Belly no longer need his constant care, as they've become each other's pillar of support.
Meanwhile, the female contingent hits the dance floor, while Taylor, having successfully spirited Denise away from the other party, confides in her that Steven harbors feelings for her. Taking Taylor's advice, Denise dials Steven's number, igniting a spark between them.
On the dance floor, Belly's thoughts turn to Conrad, triggering a bout of hyperventilation. Taylor gently guides her away, where Belly admits that this wedding isn't the fairy tale she envisioned. She confesses her Christmas rendezvous with Conrad and the subsequent lie, leading them to conclude that her disquiet stems from the pot gummy's influence, deciding it's best to call it a night and head home.
At Jeremiah's lively gathering, his friends' whispers about his spring break escapade with Lacie Barone reached Conrad's ears, unintentionally eavesdropping on their hushed conversation. Jeremiah, drowning in a haze of alcohol, prompted his companions to depart for home as well. dash to the restroom yet again, wracked by nausea.
Meanwhile, on the sandy shores, fate had Belly bump into Conrad. He unloaded his burden, revealing the tale of Lacie, only to be met with Belly's already informed gaze. Bewildered, he questioned how she could tolerate such behavior, referencing their past at the opulent country club wedding, a stark contrast to her character. As she prepared to depart, Conrad confessed his enduring love, a sentiment that had never wavered since he let her go four years ago, fearing heartbreak for her. He implored her to abandon Jeremiah and embark on a life with him. Belly, unyielding, declared that he could never fill Jeremiah's shoes in her heart and stormed off, only to crumple in tears on the cool sand once she thought she was out of sight.
Elsewhere, Steven and Denise, on the brink of a tender kiss, were interrupted by the sight of a heavily intoxicated Lucinda. With a heavy heart, Steven bid Denise farewell and turned his attention to escorting Lucinda safely to her room. The episode concludes with a poignant scene: Belly, exhausted and emotionally spent, climbs into bed beside Taylor, who, in a moment of clarity, realizes that she had encountered Conrad earlier on the beach.
