Now that Season 8 of Summer House has wrapped, fans are eager to uncover the aftermath of the drama that unfolded off-camera among the cast. Premiering in February 2024, this season has been a rollercoaster ride of complicated relationships and shifting dynamics among the friends.

One of the standout storylines was the blossoming romance between West Wilson and Ciara Miller, dubbed one of the ‘It’ couples of the season. Their journey started with promise as West openly expressed his crush on Ciara in Episode 3, leading to their first date shortly after. Viewers were hopeful for a friends-to-lovers transition, but things took an unexpected turn.

As revealed in the reunion episode Part 1, aired on June 6, 2024, the couple’s relationship hit a sudden and dramatic snag, resulting in them cutting off all contact with each other.

Ciara opened up about the timeline of their relationship, detailing how quickly things progressed—from meeting West’s parents to attending his brother’s wedding. Initially, West seemed committed and serious about their future together. However, according to Ciara, his behavior shifted when he began feeling like he was being portrayed as “Ciara’s puppet” on camera, making it challenging for him to prioritize their connection.

In response, Ciara accused West of playing with her emotions and seeking to date her for clout, rather than genuine affection. She confronted him about his intentions and expressed feeling misled and hurt by his actions. West, in turn, defended himself, asserting that his feelings for Ciara were genuine and rejecting the accusation that he was insincere.

This revelation shocked fans, many of whom were unaware of West’s alleged reputation. Conflicted about whom to believe, viewers eagerly await Part 2 of the reunion episode, airing on June 13, 2024. Promising more confrontations and revelations, this episode is set to delve deeper into the West-Miller saga, shedding light on where they stand now and whether there’s any chance of reconciliation or renewed friendship between the exes.

As the drama unfolds, Summer House continues to deliver intrigue and insight into the complexities of relationships under the spotlight.