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𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙚𝙧: Elanora Laurel Fisher

𝙁𝙖𝙘𝙚 𝘾𝙡𝙖𝙞𝙢: Emily Alyn Lind

𝙁𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙤𝙢: TSITP

𝙇𝙤𝙫𝙚 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙩: Steven Conklin

𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙨: unpublished

( ꜱᴜᴍᴍᴀʀʏ )
✧･: *✧･
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On Susannah Fisher's 30th birthday, she received a gift that would forever change her life.

Elanora "Ella" Laurel Fisher made her debut on September 8th, 2006, at 2:43 AM. 

As the youngest member of the family, her arrival sparked a unique kind of joy and excitement, despite being an unexpected surprise. Ella quickly became the little princess of the Fisher family, captivating everyone around her.

Conard, especially taken with his new sister, couldn't wait to feed her, hold her, and lay his head on Susannah's belly, feeling Ella kick while she was still in the womb. From those early days, the bond between the two of them only grew stronger, becoming inseparable as they navigated childhood together.

Then came Jeremiah, and just like that, the trio formed. As the three musketeers, they brought a whirlwind of chaos into the Fisher household, creating a lively environment where laughter and commotion ruled.

Their closeness was unique—there were no siblings quite like them. Always present for each other through every game and recital, they shared countless moments, including one memorable performance where both boys proudly stood on stage with their sister.

However, things took a turn when Ella discovered boys, prompting a barrage of calls from school for Susannah. Conard transformed into the protective older brother, ready to defend his baby sister from heartbreak, while Jeremiah took on the comforting role, always there to lift her spirits.

Susannah was fiercely protective, but her own journey through motherhood had its challenges. When she found out she was pregnant with Ella, anxiety filled her. Choosing not to discover the baby's gender, she had known the odds of having another boy were high. Yet, the moment she laid eyes on her friend's newborn daughter, a longing for that connection blossomed within her.

When Ella was finally placed in Susannah's arms and the words "it's a girl" were spoken, tears of joy streamed down her face, and a promise was made: to always protect her. Their relationship would evolve into one of the most beautiful mother-daughter duos—baking cookies, sharing secrets while painting, and Ella even supporting her during chemotherapy sessions as Susannah fought through her illness.

When cancer knocked at their door, Ella began to lose some of her carefree spirit, realizing that her invincible mom was not so untouchable after all. But as Susannah entered remission, a flicker of hope returned—though Ella was forever changed, a bit more secretive, and rebellious as she navigated her teenage years.

However, there remained a special place where Ella could reclaim that carefree girl: Cousins Beach.

Summer. 4th of July. Sun-soaked waves. So many memories waiting to be made.

But looming over those sunny days was one small annoyance.

Steven Conklin.

Their rivalry, which began when Ella was five and Steven was six, all stemmed from a single chocolate chip cookie—an innocent moment that sparked a bitter grudge. One fateful day, Susannah had promised Steven the last cookie after he'd only had one. But when he found Ella, unrepentant with cookie crumbs on her cheek, their feud ignited, with accusations flying.

That rivalry persisted, fueling countless arguments and prank wars every summer they spent together. It was a cycle marked by chaos and laughter.

But now Summer 2016 is on the horizon, and it's poised to change everything for everyone involved.

And just wait until Summer 2020 arrives.

That's a summer destined to be unforgettable. For everyone.