Olivia wakes with a smile on face recalling the wonderful date she had last night hoping it wasn't a dream she could still smell his scent on her skin. She laid in bed remembering every word, every touch, every kiss Fitz had given her. She takes her pillow placing it on top her imagining it as Fitz caressing it then kissing it her bliss was disturbed by the ringing of her phone. She immediately snaps out of a dream state to answer the call.. She said, " Hello "
Mellie said, " Good Morning Olivia !
Olivia said, " Hi Mellie "
Mellie continued, " I didn't mean to disturb you so early in the morning but I'm just dying to know how was your date ?
Olivia said, " It was perfect Fitz was every bit the Gentlemen you describe thank you for giving him my number.
Mellie said, " Of course Honey anytime now you haven't forgotten about my engagement party have you ? Because I have a big surprise to tell you so come and bring Mr. Dreamboat with you.
Olivia said, " We'll be there don't worry
Mellie said, " Great, I've to run Olivia see you tonight..
She hangs up with Mellie only to hear the phone ringing again quickly to answer " Hello " she said. Waiting for the response nothing was said only shallow breathing was heard on the other end... Olivia said, " Hello who is this ? speak or I'll hang up now.. she starts to lower the receiver when she hears a male voice.
He said, " Olivia Pope ?
She said, " Yes.
Male begin to speak, " My name is Tom Bridges the Owner of Allen Foods, I hear your working a case against my company trying to get A Colored Woman hired at my plant well I want you to stop what you doing and drop this lawsuit now.
Olivia said, " I'm afraid I can't do that I have an obligation to my client who has every right to work at Allen Foods Inc. My client has passed all your tests to qualify for a position so there's no reason to stop this suit its going forward until my client is given a fair and equal chance to work for the company. Please don't ever call my home again or I have to file charges for Harassment. (ends the call)
Olivia is a little shaken by the call to her home she wonders where Tom Bridges got her number. She begins to walk toward the bathroom when the phone rings, Olivia answer it , " Hello "
The male said, " You better drop this case or you will be sorry !
Olivia slams the phone down almost breaking the receiver she puts her hand over her mouth. The phone rings again but this time She doesn't answer it she just sits and stares at it wanting to answer now afraid too. Finally the ringing phone becomes too much for her and she grabs the phone in anger answer it, " Stop calling me !
Fitz said, " Hello Olivia are you ok ? It's Fitz, I called to tell you that I'm coming to pick you.
She was relieved to hear his voice now breathing in and out to calm her nerves, she said," Hello Fitz, I'm sorry you caught me at a bad moment. Please come by the house as plan I will be ready. Fitz arrived parking his red mustang in front of Olivia's home he walks the short path to her door before he could ring the bell Olivia answer it. She looked a bit shaken wrapping her arms around Fitz giving him a small kiss he escorts her to the car they drive away.
Fitz can see how upset she is he takes her hand into his giving her a smile he said, " You want to talk about it ?
Olivia said, " Not really it's just the hazard of being A Civil Rights Attorney whose black threats seem to comes with the territory "it's no big deal". I had my choice of professions my path was made easier by my father who pulled a lot strings so I wouldn't be denied a great education. It's just that it still stings when you're so disrespected. She wipes the tears from her eyes.
Fitz helps to wipe the tears from her eyes gently touching the side of her cheek giving her complete comfort she loves the warmth of his hand. He felt a need to kiss her wanting to pull her closer to revel in her love.
Olivia said, " We're here Senator Kennedy's Campaign Offices are the large gray buildings to the right. Fitz looks where she's pointing he noticed Campaign workers giving out Senator Robert Kennedy for President buttons to people. The buttons match the signs workers were holding for everyone to see.
Fitz & Olivia walk inside to see Large Campaign Photos of the Senator Kennedy attached to the walls. Several Kennedy Volunteers were making phone calls and mailing letters to prospective voters. Eileen greeted the couple pining Kennedy buttons on their lapels. Olivia said, " Where do you want Us to go ? Eileen points to a table with two telephones with a pot of coffee and several ash trays. Fitz & Olivia take their seats receive the list of previous Kennedy donators and make their calls.
" Hello Ms. Jones" my name is Fitzgerald Grant calling for Senator Robert Kennedy really appreciate your support today can we count on your vote ma'am ? .. Thank you Ms. Jones for your support ( ends the call )
Olivia said, " Hello Mr. Newton" my name is Olivia Pope today I'm calling for your support for Senator Robert Kennedy can we get your support Sir ? ... Thank you Mr. Newton for your support ( ends the call )
They continue this way for several hours before taking a break Olivia reaches for the coffee pours a cup while Fitz grabs a chop liver sandwich and two slices of homemade apple pie that Mrs. Betty Pullington made for the volunteers. Fitz brings a slice of Apple pie to Olivia to enjoy with her coffee. She takes a small bite of the apple pie looks up from it she said, " Mellie having an engagement party on today will you be my date ?
Fitz said, " Sure " there's a few things I need to do at my office so I'll have to stop by there first hey don't you need a gift for these sort of things just asking. He continues to eat his sandwich waiting for her to answer shifting his weight on his chair.
Olivia said, " Don't worry I have Mellie's gift ready and wrap.
Fitz said, " Are you ready to go ? Polishing off the last of his sandwich and wiping his hands & mouth allowing Olivia to drink the last of her coffee.
Olivia said, " Yes.
They couple stops by Grant Law offices and Olivia's home to pick up Mellie's gift with Olivia placing it on the back seat of the car. Arriving at Mellie's house the couple were greeted by Mellie's folks Bob and June who invites Fitz & Olivia inside to enjoy the party with Bob taking the gift to the gift table. Mellie rushed over to greet Olivia & Fitz with a Hug she was so excited she could barely speak but managed to get it out," I'm getting married at Senator Robert Kennedy Home on Martha's Vin yard isn't that the living end ?
Olivia said, " That's great Mellie ! how did this happen ?
Mellie said, " Mother was talking to a Woman name Grace Waters who works for Mrs. Ethel Kennedy and she told Ms. Waters how much I love the Kennedy family and that I was soon to be married wondering if she could put in a good word for me. I received a telephone call today from the family agreeing to host my Wedding do you know what that means ?
Olivia said, " No, what does it mean ?
Gary and I can get married right away instead having to wait to afford it this is my dream come true. Hey why don't you join Us?
Olivia said, " You have a maid of honor already and you know I don't like how the bridesmaids always get the ugliest dresses.
Mellie said, " No silly ! I want my friend to share in my good fortune why don't you and Fitz get married with Us ? I'm sure the Family won't mind one more couple getting married it will be a double wedding. Olivia looks at Fitz who looks away trying not to give answer this was a surprise they weren't ready for a Wedding not after just one date.
Olivia said, " I'm happy for you but we aren't ready to get married we need more time to get to know each other now Mellie where's the punch ? trying to change the subject instantly walking away to find it.
Mellie said, " I wish she would reconsider and take this opportunity to marry you in such a beautiful place Fitz convince her to change her mind.
Fitz said, " I can't ask her it's only been one date how can I ask a her to marry me ?
Mellie said, " Do you love Olivia ?
Fitz said, " Yes "
Mellie said, " Then ask her to be your wife don't wait Olivia is good for you the light is back in your eyes !
Fitz agrees its been a long time since he felt an instant attraction to a Woman he knew he need her in his life he decides to pop the question.