The ninth episode of The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 kicks off with an poignant scene where Belly catches sight of Conrad at the airport. On the verge of approaching him, she hesitates at the last moment and boards a flight bound for Paris, leaving unspoken emotions hanging in the air.
Moments after her departure, Conrad receives a call from Adam, delivering the startling news that the wedding never materialized. Elsewhere, Jeremiah drowns his sorrows in a bar with his friends, while Taylor and Steven keep a vigilant eye on Conrad's arrival, ensuring he doesn't cross paths with Jeremiah—a confrontation they deem disastrous. Taylor even cautions Conrad to steer clear of Belly. The trio subsequently escorts Jeremiah to his hotel room, where he abruptly attempts to call Belly, only to have his phone confiscated by Taylor and Steven.
Mid-flight, Belly removes her ring and tucks it into her backpack, symbolizing a detachment from her past. Upon landing in Paris, she heads to the learning institute, hopeful about her semester-long study abroad program. However, her excitement is crushed when she learns that Antonin, the man who had assured her of a spot, had been mistaken, and no place awaits her. In tears, Belly phones her mother, Laurel, who gently urges her to return home to navigate their struggles together.
Jeremiah awakens the next morning, distressed by Belly's absence of calls. Laurel attempts to comfort him, but he coldly slams the door in her face. Meanwhile, Steven ventures to the summer house to retrieve Jeremiah's clothes, encountering Conrad and warning him once more to stay away. As Steven and his mother work on clearing the venue, Taylor delivers Jeremiah's belongings, prompting a confession from him that Belly has been the center of his world. Taylor gently reminds him that such dependency is unhealthy.
In Paris, Belly's adventure takes a tumultuous turn when her backpack is stolen. Armed with an AirTag, she embarks on a city-wide chase, tracking her bag to an underground party. Denied entry due to not knowing the password, she fortuitously aids a girl named Gemma, who grants her access and introduces her to her friends. Spotting her bag in the hands of a stranger, Belly confronts him, producing her wedding dress as proof of ownership.
Back in the United States, Taylor confides in Steven about the Christmas fiasco involving Belly and Conrad, as well as Jeremiah's betrayal. The conversation segues into their own tumultuous relationship. Despite the risks, they decide to rekindle their romance, exchanging heartfelt "I love you"s amidst the uncertainty.
In the enchanting city of Paris, Belly unfolds her entire narrative to her nascent circle of friends. As she journeys back to the airport, she dials Jeremiah's number, her voice tinged with anticipation. He, yearning for their reunion, pleads with her to return home and embark on their shared future. Yet, Belly, determined to uncover her true essence, declares her intention to remain in Paris. Jeremiah, wounded by her decision, snaps back, sternly instructing her never to contact him again.
With a heavy heart, Jeremiah retreats to the summer house, where he confronts Conrad about Belly's whereabouts, informing him of her sojourn in Paris. Subsequently, he urges Conrad to depart for California, seeking solace far from the tumultuous emotions. Meanwhile, Adam seeks out Conrad, inquisitive about Jeremiah's wellbeing. Presuming Jeremiah to be at fault for the strained relationship, Adam is taken aback when Conrad confesses his own role in the matter, acknowledging his guilt. Adam, wise and considerate, suggests granting Jeremiah some much-needed distance.
Back in the allure of Paris, Belly catches sight of the Notre Dame Cathedral undergoing restoration, its scaffolding a testament to resilience. Drawing inspiration from this sight, she whispers to herself a vow to reconstruct her life in this magical city, brick by brick.
