So, this IS the finale chapter.

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When you say nothing at all

All day long I can hear people talking out loud

But when you hold me near, you drown out the crowd

Try as they may they could never define

What's been said between your heart and mine

- When you say nothing at all, Ronan Keating

Summer almost jumped up from the chair as the clock rang. School was over for today.

She quickly gathered her books and rushed before the others out of the classroom, stopping by her locker to throw her stuff in there and then ran down the steps to her car where she knew he would be waiting.

And as she'd expected he stood there; squinting his eyes with a bag on his shoulder, holding a comic in his hand.

Summer playfully nudged him in his side. "Hi,"

"Summer. Hey," Seth said and leaned over to kiss her cheek. He quickly put his comic down into the bag and gave her his full attention, something which she loved about him. "Did you have a good day?"

Summer nodded. "Yeah, it was actually really good." she told him sincerly, happy that she finally could do that. "I've missed you though."

Seth kissed her again, this time quickly on her lips. "I've missed you, too."

"So, you're ready?"

"Yep." Summer said very determined. "I'm ready."

Opening the door for her, Seth made sure she was comfortable before going to the other side of the car. "Do you wanna go home to your house first?"

Summer thought about it for a second, then nodded. "That would be great."

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His lips tasted like chocolate. Like the best chocolate she'd ever had.

There was nowhere else Summer would rather be at. She wanted to lie underneath him and make out forever.

"Why are you smiling?" Seth smirked as he pulled away slightly, his lips just inches away from hers.

Summer continued to smile. "Because I love you." Giggling, she brought his lips back to hers, catching him in a rough kiss.

"Summer, we should go." Seth mumbled in between kisses.

As much as she loved making out with her boyfriend Summer knew that they had to leave now if they didn't want to be late. They would have time for each other later.

Placing one finale kiss on his lips she sat up. "Let me just brush my hair and then we can leave."

"Okay, Sum. I'll meet you in the car."

Summer smiled as he walked out of the room. She really, honestly loved him to death. It was scary how in love she was at this age but she was sure of the fact that she'd never stop loving him. Seth was it. And she was thrilled about it.

There was no way Summer could have managed these past weeks without him. At nights she had night mares but they were replaced by happy dreams when she knew that Seth was sleeping beside her. And as she woke up in his arms she knew that it was a good day, she knew that he'd never let anything happen to her again.

To know that she always had someone to call and cry in front of meant everything. She always had him to hold her hand and make her stronger and he could always make her laugh and forget about all the bad things.

Seth was the best. He was her medicine, she needed him to be able to move on.

To know that you needed someone that much wasn't good, normally. But Summer knew that Seth would always be there, so why shouldn't she get used to have him around? She could still be herself and she could still be independent. Seth was just there to help her deal, to keep her safe and happy.

"I'm ready." she exclaimed as she sat down in the seat.

Seth laughed and started to drive away. "I can see that." he told her and smiled. Turning to look at her he said. "You're gorgeous by the way."

Every time he said something like that a warmth like no other filled Summer's insides. She knew that he meant every word and only Seth saying those things made her believe them as well. Because she knew that he really thought that she was beautiful, everywhere.

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"Cohen! Quit cheating."

Summer and Seth sat in the poolhouse, having escaped from the dinner. And as usual they ended up in the poolhouse (when they didn't sneak up to Seth's room that will say), playing Playstation.

"Summer, I am not cheating." Seth said and continued to kick her ass, not literally. It was more like his ninja was killing hers.

Marissa and Ryan had after a few minutes of watching their friends play excused themselves to go back inside. So now Summer was busy yelling at Seth when she should push any of the buttoms.

"Seth, you always kill me." she whined and put the control away.

"That's because you let me. I've showed you how to use that," he pointed to her abandoned control.

Summer tried to look her most innocent. "But I keep forgetting. And besides, I don't really like this game."

"You're adorable." Seth pulled her to his body and kissed her temple. "I really love you, Sum." he laughed.

Could she feel anymore safe than right here?

The twosome was interrupted by Ryan clearing his throat. "Kirsten told me to get you."

"Oh, right." Seth said and stood up, extending a hand for Summer to take. He helped her up and gave her a light peck before leading her inside of the house where everyone sat around the table already.

"Oh, great." Kirsten said. "Summer, Seth, come sit down."

They sat down between Kirsten and Marissa, intertwining their fingers under the table as they always did.

"This looks great, mom." Seth said and he was actually telling the truth. The cake looked really good. Kirsten had definitely improved on her cooking skills.

"It's actually orded but thank you, Seth." Kirsten smiled; she was so happy that tonight was going as good as it was.

Sandy, along with Neil and Julie seemed pleased as well as they were looking at their children.

"I'd like to make a toast." Sandy said after they had all finished with the dessert. He raised his glass and prepared to speak.

Seth squeezed Summer's hand under the table, knowing what was to come.

"First of all I want to tell you that Kirsten and I are so happy that you're all here tonight. It's always nice to see you and have a good meal together." He paused and looked at his wife, who gave him a reassuring smile. "But tonight I am especially happy that we're all here. Not the least, Summer. You being here together with us is something we don't take for granted anymore and we should never take anything for granted. I think we've all learned that. Two days ago, Ben got what he decirved and of course that is good. Although all that we ever wanted and what's most important is that you are back here, where you should be." Sandy looked at his son sitting together with Summer, who looked very emotional, holding her hand. He knew that they always had them intertwined under the table; he hadn't noticed a single time when they hadn't. "So, Summer what I want to say and I know that I can speak for all of us, is that we're so proud of you and we love you. I can't even express in words how happy I am to come home hearing your laughter from the kitchen. So this is for you, Summer."

Sandy was about to raise his glass when Neil interrupted. "May I add some things?" Sandy nodded and placed his glass back at the table.

Neil cleared his throat. "Thank you, Sandy. I know that Summer and I are both very happy to be here tonight even though Summer spends more time over here than at home." He smiled at his daughter. "Summer, I don't think that anyone's more happy to see you here, alright, than I am. You mean more to me than life itself and I'd do anything for you. I agree with everything Sandy said although I want to say some things about you Seth."

Seth looked surprised at the mention of his name. Summer smiled though and hugged his arms to her body.

"I think we all know that you are the reason of why my daughter is doing so well. Summer has found a great guy, which she desirves. And I know that we've had out problems in the past but Seth, I want to thank you for taking such good care of my daughter and making her happy. That's the most important thing. So, here's to Summer and Seth." Neil now raised his glass along with everyone else, smiling at his daughter.

As soon as Summer had placed her glass back to the table she went to give her father a big hug. "Thank you, daddy. You don't even know how much this means to me."

Neil embraced her back. "I do, sweatheart."

"I love you."

"Love you too, princess."

Summer then walked over to Sandy who was gathering all the napkins together. "Summer!" he said with his joyful voice.

"Thank you so much for the speech, Sandy. It really meant a lot." She said and gave him a hug as well.

"No problem. Anything for you," he smiled while hugging her back.

"I love you." It felt a little weird telling Seth's dad those words but she really did love him.

"I love you, too Summer."

They were interrupted by someone poking Sandy's arm. Kirsten.

"Hi, can I steal her for a few seconds?" Sandy nodded and left them alone.

"The dinner was really good, Kirsten." Summer said politely.

"Thank you, Summer. Do you want to go outside for a while?" she made a gesture to the door.

Summer nodded and they walked out to the backyard, where the dark was surprisingly welcoming.

"Summer, I wanted to tell you that I am so proud of you." Kirsten smiled. "And I don't just say it. I really am."

Summer nodded thankfully, knowing that Kirsten was being sincere.

"Sometimes I think of you as my daughter," she confessed shyly. "Maybe this sounds really lame but to tell you the truth Seth couldn't have found a better girl. I'm so glad to have you in this family, Summer."

"Kirsten," Summer said in awe, trying hard to hold back her tears.

"Oh, sweetie. You don't have to cry." the blonde said but still took Summer into her arms; she didn't think that she'd be this touched. It wasn't any news she'd told Summer, she'd only told her what she'd been feeling for so long.

"Sorry. I just-" Summer started and sniffled a bit. "Sometimes I think of you as my mom, too." And then she lost it again.

Kirsten only smiled and gently rocked her son's girlfriend.

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"So, that was a nice evening." Seth said as the two of them lay in one of the reclining chairs next to the pool. Summer was lying in Seth's arms and he was unconciously playing with her hair.

Summer nodded against his chest, trying to focse on how good it felt to be there. Everything was right now; she had louds of people around her that she loved. "And I have the best boyfriend in the world." she said out loud.

"What?"

Summer shrugged. "I just said that I have the best boyfriend in the world."

Seth smiled. "You think?"

"Yeah." Summer said and pulled herself up to his level, so that she could see his eyes. "There's no way I could have done this without you, Seth."

Her voice was serious and Seth could really sense her honesty. At moments like those he had problems with finding the right words; he didn't want to ruin everything. So therefore he placed a lingering kiss on her cheek.

"I'm just glad that you're happy."

And she was.

THE END

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