In an alternate universe, Olivia Pope is a college student attending Yale University. She had always been fiercely dedicated to her academics and nothing else. Never in a million years would she have imagined that taking a certain Political Science class would change her life forever.

Fitz's opening night for his Broadway play.

What's a Covered Bridge? It is a bridge that completely protects the beams from the harsh weather elements. Fitz is Olivia's Covered Bridge, protecting her from the Nation's Capital way of life. Currently dating privately, follow their journey from Vermont, to the White House & beyond. With Fitz's help & her friends, she will not only become the 1st Lady, but Fitz's 1st Lady.

Fitzgerald Grant is the COO of an architectural firm and Olivia Ballard is his executive assistant. When Fitz's plans for an important weekend retreat go awry he asks for Olivia's help to save an important business deal. When Olivia agrees to join him, sparks fly between the couple. Will their pretend engagement lead to something real?

An unfortunate circumstance causes Olivia Pope and Fitzgerald Grant paths to cross for the first time in an unpleasant way. Read how they overcome their initial interaction, how they connect again, and how they deal with the ups and downs of being in a relationship.