This Summer Will Be Different Novels & Stories

“You can leave, but best believe. I’m not coming.” I made myself more comfortable on the couch, letting him get the double meaning. I’m not going anywhere. This is my summer break. After the stressful semester in school, I want to have the best time I could before I go back. It is clear how my life has changed already. I’ll never be the same. Married to him as planned, or not. My life has changed. Somehow, I don’t think he is going to be the all hands on deck kind of dad.

Akiko didn’t mind hugging Kenji like earlier—she was starting to get used to it—but sometimes she still got too shy when Kenji looked her in the eyes or smiled suddenly, or when he suggested getting close so casually like that. They left the therapy room, walking down the hospital corridor toward Akiko's room. "Summer is almost at its peak," Akiko said, extending her hand as they passed through a garden area. She caught the sunlight, feeling its warmth on her skin. "Yes, it’s time for festivals and fireworks," Kenji responded automatically. "What festival?" Akiko turned, her eyes curious. "The summer festival. I’ll take you there later. When..." Kenji mentioned the idea without thinking, out

But here’s the thing about summer—it never really lasts, does it? The parties thinned out, and the laughter came in smaller bursts. Suddenly, everyone was talking about plans: college, jobs, maybe even moving to the city. The magic of Mahdfel started to fade, slipping away before Autumn could hold on tight enough.

“They’ve always fought like this—you and Summer just made them tone it down for a while.” I stare at him, stunned. This is the first real, calm conversation we’ve ever had without arguing. “Mommy! Mommy!” Summer calls from the backseat, leaning so far forward her face is almost at my shoulder. I adjust her seatbelt and pull her back gently. “Only two more weeks of school, then summer vacation! And summer vacation means… my birthday!” Her face lights up, and Helios and I share a smile in the rearview mirror. “What do you want to do for your big day, princess?” he asks, his eyes soft as he watches her reflection.

I looked up, and under the shade of the trees, he stood quietly—tall and composed—but his face was hidden in shadow. It was summer, and the cicadas buzzed noisily in the background. It suddenly brought me back to the end of the video I had seen in the theater. He had been sitting there, hands clenched tightly together, saying, “Sadie, I want you to be happy.” Even now, I couldn’t forget those words. So, I answered him, “Because someone wants me to be happy.”

There are a few more weeks left of high school and then we all graduate. My parents told me I could join Emma this summer at the Blood River pack, now that Angelina is not coming. They say it’s really beautiful there so I am looking forward to painting all summer and spending time with my sisters. I will miss Sasha and Aubree though. Aubree’s birthday is after mine, but Sasha’s birthday is just before the summer. She is still going strong with Oscar, so let’s hope he is her mate. I think they’ll both be heartbroken if that is not the case.

"But I haven't said goodbye to anyone, Mommy. I also haven't told others that I didn't break my promise. I can still make it happen another day when we visit them again. If I went away without saying it, everyone would think that I had broken my promise!" Summer was so upset that she stomped her foot. Worried that her daughter would have a fever again, Sky rubbed her chest. "Honey, please don't be angry. I don't want you to get sick again." "My heart is already sick, Mommy," Summer said while putting her fist on her chest. "I still want to see Uncle Louis and the others, but I can't. We are far apart from them." "We can still see them, Honey. We can make video calls."

“This is just the beginning of our summer adventures. I can’t wait to see what we’ll accomplish next!” As the stars began to twinkle overhead, Leo felt a sense of hope and excitement for the summer ahead. With Elara by his side and their community united, he knew that they could tackle any challenge that lay ahead, creating a summer filled with laughter, learning, and unforgettable memories.

The head of the orphanage found me in the middle of the scorching summer, which was why he named me Theros Sommar. When Daisy learned of it, she then said that moving forward, the summer solstice every year would be my birthday. She then prepared birthday gifts for me and even baked a birthday cake for me to celebrate. Ever since my gastric bleeding the other day, she had forbidden me from drinking again. But the mood back then had been just right, so I pestered her until she gave in and allowed me to drink some red wine. One thing led to another, and that night, she finally gave herself wholly to me.

Even though in a way it felt like my world was crashing down, on the other side it felt like I could finally breathe with full lungs. I decided right there and then, this summer will be one I will remember forever. Where I will put myself in the first place. Do all the things I've put off for years, and finally enjoy my time off with my best friend and my brother. Let's make this summer count.