Let’s not forget the actual star of this story: Belly Conklin. She’s the one who has to navigate these feelings, make tough choices, and occasionally throw a lampshade at a boy. By the end, she’s not just a girl who gets picked—she’s a young woman who knows what she wants. And she wants Conrad. Shrug.
Some fans argue that Belly “settles” or that Conrad is too much work. But look at the bigger picture: Belly chooses growth. Conrad challenges her, pushes her, and makes her whole. Is that romantic? Or is that just exhausting? Honestly, it’s a bit of both. But love is messy, and so is this show.
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If you’re still confused, imagine Conrad and Jeremiah as two flavors of ice cream. Conrad is dark chocolate with sea salt—complex, a little bitter, but addictive. Jeremiah is vanilla bean with sprinkles—sweet, safe, and always a crowd-pleaser. Belly? She orders the dark chocolate every time. And she eats it with a side of tears.
So, who does Conrad end up with? Belly. Always Belly. But don’t cry for Jeremiah—he gets a whole new romance plot line in the books, so he’s not exactly crying into his beach towel. And Conrad? He finally learns to say “I love you” without making it sound like a threat. Growth!
