(A.N) Sniff, Sob. Its the last chapter of It's Now Or Never and im so sad! I enjoyed writing this story so much, just as much as writing MNMN! I'd like to thank everyone who's read and yet again, I'll be back soon! I have several ideas for future fics so watch this space! There wont be any more sequels or prequels or anything related to this story, I cant really do anything else with it so a new story is coming up soon.
Thanks again soooo much and enjoy the final chapter. Please review one last time and tel me your thoughts on this chapter and the story overall!
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The Words That Meant The World
Summer checked her reflection in the mirror one last time. She ran her fingers through her curly dark hair and smoothed out the creases in her cute peach summer dress. She checked her make-up and applied one last coat of shiny lip-gloss. Summer smiled at her reflection, feeling happy.
It had been 6 months since the Gregg/Taylor ordeal and since then, she had been living life to the fullest. Marissa and Summer had gone into business together, creating their own fashion magazine. It would be hitting the stands in only a month.
She always made time for Autumn and every weekend, Seth, Autumn and herself would spend the whole time together as a family.
"Sum, are you ready?" Seth appeared at the door, Autumn wobbling by his side but clutching his hand to keep herself up.
After her first birthday last week, she'd only just begun to take her first steps so Seth was training her up all the time. She gurgled unhappily as she wobbled again and Seth scooped her up.
"How do I look?" Summer asked, twirling around.
"Beautiful, as usual," Seth replied smiling. Summer grinned and walked over to him, planting a soft kiss on his lips.
"And what about you sweetie? Doesn't Mommy look great? Can you say Mommy?" Seth said to Autumn. Seth sighed at the vacant expression on her face.
"Cohen, she'll talk when she's ready. Stop pushing her to," Summer said, taking her from him.
"I know, I just want her to talk…"
"Come on, we're going to be late to our own event!" Summer said, tugging on Seth's cream jacket and walking out of the room.
"Hey son, how are you?" Sandy greeted his son with a firm hug. He then turned to his daughter in law and granddaughter. Kirsten smiled warmly at her family, waiting to greet them all.
"So Summer, do you like it? The event I mean?" Kirsten asked, looking nervy.
"Kirsten its great! I love it!"
Summer looked around at all the little white tables placed in the small grassed area. Sparkling fountains were dotted around the area and waiters and waitresses were mingling in with the crowd, serving champagne. Summer stopped on passing, taking a flute from the chrome tray.
She sipped at it gracefully watching Seth walk off with his father bouncing Autumn happily in his arms. Marissa and Ryan arrived a few minutes after and soon the place was full of people, everyone living in Newport and the pillars of the small but buzzing community.
Everyone was happy to be there, basking in the warm, late afternoon sun. Summer used to hate these events, all the people who were fake and only cared about other people's business. But it wasn't like that today, everyone was being nice and mingling together.
A small white, wooden pavilion stood in the centre and it wasn't long before the Cohen-Cooper-Roberts clan were gathering up there. Ryan tied a baby blue ribbon to the entrance once everyone was gathered up there and Seth clinked his champagne glass, speaking into the microphone.
The crowd hushed at the small tables and all looked towards the pavilion.
"Good afternoon ladies and gentlemen, as you probably know, my name's Seth Cohen and I'd like to thank you for joining us this afternoon."
Applause rippled throughout the crowd and Summer smiled at the people. Ryan was stood with Marissa to their left, Maia stood in front of them, beaming at the crowd. She definitely wasn't shy, Marissa was grooming her to be a future social chair. Sandy and Kirsten stood to the right, Kirsten holding Sandy's hand comfortingly.
"So, I'd better get on with this. We're all here today to remember a person, a person who meant a lot to my whole family. Taylor Cohen, my son. As you all probably know, he passed away last November from causes still unknown. Since then, we've grieved for him but now is the time to finish grieving.
I had an idea, an idea which would help us to imprint the memory of Taylor into Newport forever. And we are standing in it. The Taylor Cohen memorial park. Designed by my wife and I. This park will stand here for many years to come and will be a lasting memory for the community as well as myself.
Over by the main fountain, plaque's to remember your own loved ones who you've lost can be placed. Its not just for my family, but for the whole community. But it's not going to be a place of sadness, it's a place filled with happiness where you can relive the magical moments that you spent with your loved ones."
Seth paused and glanced around at the crowd. Each one was entranced by his speech, some even shedding a silent tear. Seth glanced across as Summer, who's eyes sparkled. She smiled and squeezed his hand encouragingly.
"So before I open it officially, I'd like to say some thanks. Firstly to the Newport Group who helped me build this park, especially my brother Ryan, head of architecture and my Dad, the CEO. Secondly, my Mom and Marissa Atwood who put this great event together and did a great job. And finally to my wife, Summer, who has been a pillar of strength throughout this last year. Its not been the best we've seen, but we're here and for that I give my everlasting thanks."
Summer smiled at Seth, her eyes watering from the tears that were building up there.
"Now, Summer could you come over here?" Seth said. Summer walked over, smiling widely and Autumn toddled at her side.
Seth hauled his daughter up and half held the scissors with her. Seth opened them, making sure Autumn's fingers were out of the way, and snipped the blue ribbon. The crowd cheered and applauded, maybe the loudest were from his family who surrounded the three.
Seth and Summer, stared into each others eyes, after the year of sadness and despair, their lives were finally together. And nothing could ever beat that feeling.
"Thanks for coming, enjoy the party," Summer shook the mans hand and watched them walk away. She sipped at her champagne and looked out at the ocean, which was visible on the horizon. The sun was just about to set so orange beams were beginning to flood into the park.
Summer jumped as someone pinched her from behind. She sighed in relief in seeing it was only Seth. He was alone and Summer turned around to hug him.
"Come on, I have a surprise for you," Seth said, tugging on her hand.
"We can't leave the party. And what about Autumn?"
"Oh screw it, my parents are probably watching over her. Don't worry," Seth said. Summer looked unconvinced.
"Do something fun for once Sum!" Seth said.
"I'm fun! What are you implying Cohen?" Summer snapped.
"Nothing, just come on!"
"Fine, but if its not a Porsche, I'm gonna kill you..."
Summer stumbled as Seth lead her along the beach to the large private jetty he'd rented. She was blindfolded and occasionally, when she tripped, would threaten Seth with an impending rage blackout.
As she was lead onto the wooden jetty, Summer heard voices hush. Who was there? Seth stood her near the end of the jetty and removed her blindfold.
"Surprise!" He said, smiling. Summer stood, transfixed to the spot as she saw a huge yacht rivalling Mr Cooper's. It was creamy with a deep navy blue stripe swirling down the side. Summer simply fought for words as she tried to describe the amazing sight in front of her.
Sandy, Kirsten, Ryan and Marissa were stood by the boat, all wearing a smile. Autumn was cradled in Kirsten's arms, a difficult thing considering the mount she was growing every day.
"So? Do you like it?" Seth asked, looking nervous. Summer hadn't given a response yet so Seth was getting worried. Summer spun around, still not able to find words so she merely leapt into his arms, kissing him on the lips passionately. Their family cheered happily.
"You haven't seen the best part yet!" Seth said, breaking away from their embrace. Summer frowned as Seth took her hand and led her to the side where the name of the boat was swirled elegantly in fancy lettering.
"The Summer Breeze II," Summer smiled, her heart melting.
"Oh Cohen this is the best present I ever got!"
"Better than a Porsche?"
"Miles better that a Porsche!" They kissed again and were interrupted by Ryan tapping Seth on the shoulder.
"So are you going? We should be getting back to the party, before anyone notices we've gone," he said.
"Going where?" Summer asked, frowning.
"Tahiti. I figured we could use a vacation," Seth answered.
"But the magazine…" Summer protested.
"I'll cover it, Summer you have to go!" Marissa grinned. Summer nodded and hugged her friend, then her husband and lastly her niece before walking over to her in-laws.
"Thanks for everything," Summer said, taking Autumn back. She stood up straight by her Mom and waved to her Grandpa and Grandma.
"So are you ready?" Seth asked.
"Course I am Cohen!" Summer smiled.
"Cohen!" Autumn said quietly. The group went quiet.
"Oh my god!"
"Did she just…?"
"Yeah!" Summer cried, hugging her daughter tightly.
"Say it again!" Seth said.
"Cohen, Cohen, Cohen!" Autumn said, smiling at all the people staring at her. Summer grinned back and kissed her forehead softly. They said their goodbyes (Autumn said Cohen) and boarded the boat.
Seth started it up and Ryan undid the rope mooring and the boat pulled away from the jetty. The five people on the wooded jetty waved and waved as the boat got further away.
Eventually, it disappeared on the horizon and Seth, Summer and Autumn sailed off into the sunset.
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