Liv has finished her podcast. She's reading a few letters, needing to pick a few for her upcoming column. She gets a call from security announcing that Harrison Wright is there to see her. She knows why he is there and she doesn't want to discuss but she knows she can't avoid it either. They've kept the lines of communication open but she hasn't spoken to Abby and Fitz still doesn't have a clear idea why besides the fact that they had an argument about the show. He hasn't wanted to push the issue. She knows that's why Harrison wants to talk. She takes a deep and very long breath.
"You can send him up," Liv answers. She clears her desk. She's going to give him her undivided attention. Harrison knocks on the door. "Come in," she says.
"I am surprised you agreed to send me up. You know why I am here," he says.
"Of course I do," she smiles. "You want some water or a Coke Zero," she offers.
Harrison scrunches his nose up, "No and No."
"Fine," Liv laughs as she grabs a water.
"You can at least have beer or spritzers," Harrison suggests.
"I am on the job. Mr Rebel," she smiles.
"Fine...Fine…." He laughs. He takes a breath, "So….ummm…"
"I know you want me to talk to Abby," Harrison says.
"It's been a year Liv. You gotta talk to her," Harrison says.
"Do I miss her? Yes I do. I would be lying if I said I didn't. We went through a lot together but I have to trust her Harrison. I need to trust her," Liv explains.
"I know that. I realize that but she does miss you and I think she learned her lesson. I mean her and David got back together but they've got a long road. It was hard for her to tell him what she did with Stephen." Harrison says.
Liv smiles, "I am glad. I am glad that David took her back. He was good for her. I am glad that she realized that."
"Then maybe you can forgive her," Harrison suggests.
"I have forgiven her Harrison. I just can't forget. And in the back of my mind I'll always have to wonder just how far she was willing to go."
"Listen, I told Red what she was doing was stupid. I didn't know she was sleeping with Stephen but I understand why she wanted the chance to build a bigger name for herself. I get it. I am not excusing her but I understand not wanting to fail. She was worried about failing," Harrison explains.
"I understand it too. I worry every day I am going to fail at my marriage and being a good mother. I worry I am going to fail at my column and this podcast. That may be irrational but I worry about it. But I don't do things that are not beneficial to me as a result."
"Just talk to her," Harrison says.
"Why should I? She was sleeping with Stephen to try and force me to do a television show. Granted, I am not stupid. Sleeping with Stephen wasn't just about that television show," Liv says.
"Are you jealous she slept with your ex? Is that the problem?"
"No that's not the problem. I could hardly call Stephen my ex. We dated a while and never had sex which in hindsight, I obviously saw something in him that never let me go down that path with him," Liv says.
"It's been a year. You are in a good place professionally. Abby and the radio station are doing fine. You are trying to get pregnant again. So…"
Liv's eyes stretch, "How do you know I am trying to get pregnant?"
"I heard you and Candace on the phone a few weeks ago. I wasn't eavesdropping. I swear," Harrison laughs.
"But you heard," Liv rolls her eyes.
"So have you and Fitz swung from the chandelier yet trying to get her done," Harrison jokes.
"I hate you..get out," Liv shakes her head, throwing a pebble from her tray at him.
"What? It's just a question," Harrison chuckles.
"Have you and Candace set a wedding date yet?" Liv asks.
"Not yet, damn. Why is everyone asking for this date?"
"Because we want you to make an honest woman out of her and you to become a stand up guy," Liv smiles.
"Damn that's cold but you right," Harrison laughs.
"I love you Harry. You have always looked out for me and wanted what was best for me. I just, things have been going so good and yes we want to expand our family. I need to focus on the here and now," Liv answers.
Harrison gets up, "Okay! I am not going to push it. You Pope women are hard to budge."
"Are you bad mouthing my cousin?" Liv says.
"Maybe a little," he chuckles. "I just want what's best for you and Red. You two were once a good team."
Liv takes a breath, "Yes we were," she answers.
Harrison is about to turn the handle, "By the way, tell Fitz thanks for getting us on the list for the swanky Beverly Hills Halloween Party."
"I'll tell him. It's always the talk of the town," Liv laughs. "Are you that excited? It's still a couple months away."
"Shiiiiitttt, I'm gonna get to act like Daddy Warbucks in costume for a night. I can't wait," Harrison answers.
"Bye you goofball," Liv says.
"Bye," he says as he goes out of the door.
Liv throws her head back on her chair and lets the conversation sink in. She takes a deep breath. Harrison is right, she misses her friend but she doesn't miss the drama that came with it.
Fitz is at Tiffany's. He's getting an early start on Liv's birthday which is a day after Halloween. He is having something very special made for her. He wants to go over his design. He walks out of the store and walks right into Abby.
"Abby," he says a bit startled. He hasn't seen her since her and Liv stopped talking.
"Fitz," she says equally startled.
The air between them is awkward, "How are you?"
"I'm good. How are you?" She answers awkwardly.
"I am good," he smiles trying to break the ice. "I am just spending money that I shouldn't."
"Money that you have," Abby jokes.
Fitz laughs, "Yes, I am getting ready for Liv's birthday."
"That's in 6 months," she says.
"I am having something special made. It's going to take them a while to get it exactly the way I want it," He explains.
Abby has a subdued smile. "She is going to love it. No matter what it is. Your gifts for her are always breathtaking."
Fitz just decides to cut to the chase of it all, "Abby what happened?"
Trying to act oblivious, "I don't know what you mean."
"What happened between you and Livvie?" He asks.
"Did you ask her?" Abby says.
"I did. She told me you two argued about the show, and that was it. She said one day she would tell me but that day has never come. I can tell it upsets her and she doesn't want to talk about it. The one thing I know is that she's hurt about and been hurt," Fitz explains.
Abby drops her head, "I am sorry about that."
"You didn't do anything to me Abby. I just want to know what this little ghost is that's been following my wife for the last year. She says she is okay but I know she's not fully okay," Fitz answers.
"I did something stupid. That's all I can say. And I lost my friend because of it and almost lost the love of my life," Abby answers.
"I don't think you lost her," Fitz assures her.
"We haven't spoken in a year," Abby answers. "Excuse my French, I fucked up royally and I'm paying for it."
"Just make me understand," Fitz says.
"I really wanted that show Fitz. I really wanted it. I really wanted her to do it. I really wanted that win for myself, I guess more than her and I made stupid decisions to try and do it," Abby answers.
"Like what," Fitz says.
"I slept with Stephen. I was sleeping with Stephen and I wanted him to help me convince her. I knew he knew her well and I was hoping he could help me persuade her," Abby further explains.
"You want him to seduce my wife into doing the show," Fitz says.
"No, I never suggested that. I never suggested he do something like that. I don't know what I wanted him to do. I wasn't thinking. I don't know what I really wanted and now that I look back on it, I had no real reason. It was all stupid."
"She wanted to do the show Abby," Fitz answers.
"I didn't know that Fitz. I get it. Like I said, I fucked up."
He can't help but be angry at the thought of her going to Stephen behind Liv's back and the implications that came with it. "I don't like that you tried to use my wife as a bargaining chip, especially with someone you knew wanted her. He probably still wants her."
"I am sorry Fitz. After she told me she found out he was the one that sent those flowers in New York, I felt even worse."
Fitz's eyes grow large and shocked, "What are you talking about?"
"When you were in New York and she got those strange flowers at dinner, she found out it was Stephen," Abby explains. She could see Fitz looked confused. She then wonders if she let a cat out of the bag, "She told you," Abby finishes.
"No, she didn't tell me," Fitz answers.
"Damn, I've really stuck my foot in my mouth," Abby shakes her head.
"She knew who sent them and didn't tell me," Fitz asks.
"Fitz, just forget I ever said anything."
"This can't be forgotten Abby," Fitz answers.
"She didn't know at first. I don't know when she found out but she did and I think it just added to what I had done," Abby answers.
"Why wouldn't she tell me this?" Fitz says.
"I think I have done enough Fitz. I don't want to add more fuel to the fire. I am sorry about everything. I am sorry for hurting Liv and messing up our friendship. I am sorry for doing something that could have had a negative effect on your marriage. David forgave me and took me back and I'm grateful for that. I understand if Liv can never do that but….," she looks at her watch. "I should go. I have a meeting to get to. I was just doing some lunch break shopping."
"You take care of yourself Abby and thanks for explaining this to me," Fitz says.
"Fitz," she stops, "She loves you very much."
"I love her very much," Fitz answers as he walks away. He dials his phone trying to reach someone who can help him in his anger right now.
Stephen is sitting in his office waiting for Hal to come in. He's been planning his plan to get to Liv. Hal has been trying to make the path straight for him to do it. He's getting antsy about it but he wants their meeting to happen at the right time in the perfect place.
Hal knocks on the door, coming in at the same time. "What took you so long?" Stephen says.
"Well I told you I have other things going on in my life and my business than you and your obsession with Olivia Pope," Hal answers.
"I'm not obsessed. I am in love. There is a difference."
"Is there?" Hal says tilting his head.
"Would you stop with the judgement and just tell me where we are? Have you gotten the gig yet?" Stephen asks.
"It's a little bit harder than I expected. You just need me working at the desk so you can see her. I have to become an employee first. But there's a small problem," Hal says.
"What's the problem?" Stephen asks.
"What exactly do you want?" Hal asks.
"What do you mean?" Stephen says.
"You want me to get you in the building to do what? Are you going to kidnap her? I want no parts of that," Hal says.
"Why would I kidnap her?" Stephen asks. "That's not my plan unless she doesn't cooperate."
"Then what do you want. You want to just talk to her. That's pretty sick if you ask me," Hal says.
"I have to convince her of what she already knows. If spending uninterrupted time with her for a few days has to happen then it will."
"I think it's crazy but you are paying me a shitload of money that I won't turn down," Hal says.
Stephen walks over to this window, with the quaint view of Beverly Hills, "You ever loved a woman Hal."
Hal squints, "I've loved a few why."
"Did you ever love one that got away?" Stephen asks.
"There was one," Hal answers.
"Where is she?" Stephen asks.
"I don't know," Hal answers.
"I know where mine is and I'm not letting her go again. I did it once. I am not letting it happen again," Stephen answers as there is a loud commotion outside the door. Stephen and Hal turn to look.
They can hear Stephen's secretary say, "Sir, you can't go in there."
"The hell I am," Fitz says as he throws Stephen's door open.
In his heightened and agitated accent, Stephen asks, "What the hell are you doing here?"
Hal plants himself to the side. Fitz eyes him, "I came to talk to you, man to man."
"Well as you can see, I am in a meeting," Stephen answers.
"Your meeting is over," Fitz says angrily.
"I could call building security," Stephen threatens.
"Please do! Then I can press charges for stalking," Fitz answers.
Stephen looks at Hal and motions for him to leave. Hal gets the hint and leaves, closing the door. "What are you talking about?" Stephen asks.
Fitz goes to Stephen's face. "I am going to say this one time," Fitz starts.
"Say what you have to say and get the hell out of my office," Stephen answers.
"You stay the hell away from my wife. You stay the hell away from my family. Don't you ever send my wife gifts or flowers again. If you do, I'll break your neck," Fitz says angered.
"I am free to do whatever I damn well please," Stephen answers.
Fitz knows there is nothing else to say. He knows he's too angry to be rational at this point and he knows he will do something he regrets. "You have been warned."
"I will taste her lips again. I will finally have her in my bed again and she will," Stephen starts. Before he can finish, Fitz hurls himself to Stephen, punching the daylights out of him, knocking him against the desk. Stephen is stunned into confusion but recovers enough to get a swing at Fitz, hitting him, giving him an uppercut to the eye. They begin to tussle when Hal comes rushing in. He didn't leave. He knew what was possible.
Stephen's secretary rushes in, "Oh my God," she says.
Hal pulls Fitz back. Fitz says in an eerie tone, "If you ever touch her or try to touch her, I'll kill you. That's not a warning. That's a promise," Fitz whispers in an almost scary way. Hal moves to pull Fitz off of Stephen. Fitz jerks his arm back. "I'm leaving." Fitz goes out of the office leaving Stephen stunned. Stephen's secretary looks on.
"You okay there partner," Hal says.
"I am fine. I am fine," Stephen answers trying to stop the blood that's trickling from his nose.
"You better get your nose check. It could be broken," Hal notes.
"It's not broken," he says as he touches his nose and can barely stand it. "Damn."
"Sir would you like me to get you some ice?" She asks.
"Yes and call the nearest urgent care. My nose might be broken," Stephen says.
"He's got a mean left hook," Hal chuckles.
"You are on my side remember," Stephen says as he surveys his now bloody dress shirt.
"Are you sure you want to go through with this?" Hal asks.
"Yes I am, I am just going to have to be smart about what I do," Stephen answers as his secretary passes him a cloth filled with ice.
Liv is in her bedroom at home preparing the surprise she has planned for her and Fitz. The girls are sitting in the playpen playing and fighting. Bibi is going to take the kids for the night and give her and Fitz some alone time. They are trying to get pregnant and even though the girls could never be mood killers, they make it hard sometimes to stay in the mood. Liv is finally going to debut a number she has been dying to wear for Fitz. They are going to have a candlelit dinner on their very roomy balcony and that will hopefully lead to them making love all night.
Liv has given Rosie the night off and she hired a Chef to come in and fix a special dinner that he can set up on on her balcony. Fitz has been working so hard leading up to the Toronto opening that she wants the mood to be just right for them.
"Girls, stop fighting each other," Liv says.
"Mama," Christina belts out.
Liv reaches down to the playpen, "Yes baby! It's mama."
"Mama," Ellie repeats.
Liv can't help but be mesmerize by her two beauties that now look like Fitz with her pouty lips. Their eyes are green. Their hair dark brown and curly just like daddy and their olive skin just shows off their rare beauty. "Mama is making a surprise for your daddy."
"Dada," Ellie then repeats.
"My Dada," Christina answers as she hits at Ellie.
"Tina, you stop that. That's not very nice. You don't hit your sister," Liv says. Christina's only reaction is to let her little lips quiver and start to cry. Liv is immediately hit with guilt gets whenever she has to reprimand them. "Don't do this to mama," Liv says as she picks up her up and takes her in her arms, which upsets Ellie. Liv takes them both out, sitting them on the floor with her.
They are 2 and very clingy to her right now. When she leaves to go into the office they cry for what seems like forever. Liv usually closes the door and cry because she hates to leave them but she keeps that to herself. Ellie pats on her breast, something neither of them have done in a long time. "No, that factory has been closed. You two are big girls now."
They are both crawling all over here, "Kiss mama," Ellie says. Liv immediately gives her a kiss.
"Kiss mama," Christina repeats.
Liv laughs, "I know. You are never going to get used to Mama leaving you sometimes but it's not that long. Mommy goes and does work, get a little air and she's back before you know it."
There's a knock at the door. To Liv's surprise, Ellie shouts, "Hello," which causes Liv to barrel over in laughter.
Bibi laughs from the other side, "Permission to enter."
"Permission granted," Liv responds.
"Hello," Christina repeats after Ellie.
Bibi comes in. The girls both barrel toward her, "Me..Me…" They all assume they are saying MiMi but they are close enough.
Liv laughs, "Hey mom!"
Bibi goes over giving Liv a kiss and then picks up one of the girls, "Oh there are my beauties," Bibi says as Ellie goes toward Bibi clapping.
Bibi looks at Liv, "That's their new one. They clap about everything since I am trying to start the potty training process."
"Already," Bibi says surprisingly.
"Well, I figure since they walked when Fitz thought they would, potty training is the most logical accomplishment."
"Want cookie mama," Christina says.
"Juice mama. Juice," Ellie says.
"Cookies and juice. So demanding," Bibi laughs as she takes Christina in her arms kissing her.
"Juice mama," Ellie says again.
Liv smiles, "Fitz thought I was nuts for putting a small refrigerator in our room. It's the best thing we ever did," Liv says getting the juice out of the fridge.
"Are you all set for tonight?" Bibi asks.
"I think so. Thanks so much mom for doing this. He doesn't know. I really wanted to surprise him."
"I will take any excuse I can get to spend time with these two," Bib says as the twins are playing with their toys.
"Mom, don't let Pop Pope have another gift for them. I am running out of space," Liv implores.
"I try believe me and then he convinces me its the greatest idea in the world. Then they look at me with their beautiful green eyes and I see how he falls for it,' Bibi laughs.
"I have to admit, I almost bought them a full UGG bedding set and UGG boots today. It's California, it doesn't get cold enough for that," Liv laughs.
"Let's face it," Bibi starts.
Ellie interrupts, cradling her face, "Hello MeMe."
"Hello baby," Bibi smiles.
Christina is sitting between Liv's legs playing with her shoes. Liv kisses her head stroking her hair, "They have us wrapped around their little fingers."
"They do," Bibi laughs. There's a silence, Bibi finishes, "You and Fitz and these girls put the Grant family back together."
Liv smiles, "How did we do that?"
"You and Fitz, you both found love the second time around and then you made these two little angels that I can't imagine not having in my life. All of it, it definitely made Gerry want to do better and it made me give him another chance," Bibi says.
"Mom, you gave him another chance because you never stopped loving him," Liv says.
Bibi rolls her eyes, "That may be true but he was a son of a bitch that I never thought I would give a chance to…"
Before she can finish Ellie says, "Bisch."
Liv and Bibi burst out into laughter. Bibi kisses the side of Ellie's head, "Don't listen to Mimi when she says bad words okay."
"Our little repeaters," Liv says.
"Noted," Bibi laughs.
"Well I am glad that our family is together. Thank you for accepting me," Liv says.
"That was easy to do. Just keep that permanent smile on my son's face. You are the best thing that ever happened to him."
Liv tries not to let the waterworks get to her, "He's the best thing that ever happened to me, besides these two."
"Well, I better get going. Fitz will be home soon and I am sure you all want all the alone time you can get. You have got to make our grandson," Bibi says getting up and putting Ellie on her hip.
"Does everyone know we are trying to get pregnant again?" Liv laughs.
"Well you are married to a Grant man. I doubt you have to try that hard. It's just a perk of milking the practice for what it's worth," Bibi winks.
"Mom," Liv says, winking back.
"Oh come on! Tell me it's not even better when he's trying to plant his seed. They seem to get extra viral," Bibi laughs.
"You are terrible," Liv laughs. Then she gets quiet, "He's insatiable," she says softly.
"He's a Grant," Bibi answers. She looks at Ellie, "Let's get you and your sister strapped in. We are going to go see Pop Pop and watch Frozen for the thousandth time." Liv laughs as they start to go downstairs.
Abby is ready to leave the office. She knocks on Harrison's door.
"What's up boss?" Harrison asks.
"I am leaving for tonight. David and I are having dinner and I don't want to be late," Abby answers.
Harrison knows he shouldn't say anything but he decides to bite the bullet anyway. "I went and talked to her today."
"Who?" Abby says, continuing to grab her things.
"Liv," Harrison answers.
This stops her in her tracks, "Why did you do that?"
"Because your little ass is too afraid to go talk to her and she's too stubborn to do the same."
"You shouldn't have done that Harrison," Abby answers.
"Well, I did. Just thought you should know."
Abby smiles, "I ran into Fitz today and may have said something I shouldn't have."
"Like what?"
"Like I may have told a secret that I didn't know was a secret," Abby says taking a breath.
"That Liv obviously didn't tell him," Harrison says. "Damn!"
"Damn is right. I didn't know she didn't tell him that she found out it was Stephen that was sending her anonymous flowers and stuff."
"For real," Harrison says surprised.
"Yes and I thought she told him by now," Abby shakes her head.
"He's gonna be pissed," Harrison says.
"He was pissed when he left. He tried to hide it but he was. I felt so bad. I didn't know I was saying something I shouldn't have but I was trying to explain to him how sorry I was for everything and for how I hurt my friend."
"Don't beat yourself up. You didn't do it on purpose. I just want you guys to work this out that's all," Harrison explains.
"Well that's not gonna happen if I just caused a bigger problem for her," Abby says as she walks out of the door. She turns and looks at Harrison, "Have a good show Chocolate Thunder."
"Thanks Boss," he chuckles as she leaves.
Liv has been sitting on the balcony. Their food has been getting cold. Fitz hasn't called home. He hasn't returned her calls. She called Brittany to see if he got held up and Brittany informed her he ducked out early. Fitz has never done that before. At first she tried not to let it get to her but it was nearing 8pm and he wasn't home yet. She finally hears him drive into the gate. Teddy has been sitting there with her, in his protective mode that he's always in. She strokes his back.
"You miss the girls don't you," she says to her beautiful dog. He just rested his head on her lap. It's just a few minutes later, Fitz comes through their bedroom door. He looks around at the candles lit strategically around the room. He takes immediate notice of the votive candles lit that are leading toward the balcony. He sits on the bed instead, almost with a look of defeat. After a few minutes she realizes he's not coming in. "Fitz," she says softly. He still doesn't answer.
Liv gets up, walking into their bedroom tightening her robe, "Fitz," she repeats as she sees him sitting on the bed with his head down. "Baby what's wrong?"
"Where are the girls?" He asks.
"They're with your mom and dad. I thought we could have a nice night together, no interruptions. Just you and me and keep working on our little boy," she says carefully. She can tell from his body language that something is wrong and he's angry.
"You should have told me," Fitz answers.
Liv looks surprised, "I didn't think you'd mind your parents taking them for the night."
"I am not talking about that," Fitz says, head still down.
"Then what are you talking about?" Liv asks.
"About Stephen," he says looking up at her.
"About Stephen…." she says confused. "What about him?" She can't see the cut above his face and the bruise because of the night.
"How long did you know he was stalking you?" Fitz asks.
She walks and turns the light on. She turns back around to see his face, hurrying to him. She gets on her knees in front of him. "Oh my….Fitz what happened?"
"It's fine," Fitz answers angrily.
"It's not fine. How did this happen? What does this have to do with Stephen?" She asks.
"Answer my question. How long have you known it was Stephen?" Fitz says not wanting concern or pity in that moment.
"Fitz.." she says slowly.
"How long Olivia?" He repeats.
"I had my suspicions after the New Year's Eve party. He said something that kept nagging at me but I had no proof. So that day, I confronted him with it and he didn't deny it. As I was leaving I heard Abby calling for him so I went and confronted her about what was going with her and Stephen and the rest…"
"Don't say the rest of is history because it's not history Olivia," Fitz says.
"Would you not call me that?" She says with a bit of hurt in her tone.
"What?" he says.
"Olivia, you called me Olivia."
"Is there something else I should be calling you right now?" Fitz asks sarcastically. He knows what she means.
"I'm your Livvie. That's what you are supposed to call me," Liv answers.
Fitz lets out a snide laugh, getting off the bed, taking off his tie. "My Livvie," he says softly as he takes off his jacket and starts removing his tie.
"I am your Livvie," Liv reminds him.
He turns to her, "My Livvie would have told me what was going on the moment she found out. She wouldn't have kept something as serious as this from me," he says loudly. He started to raise his voice. She hates it and he hates it.
"I knew I could handle Stephen. I knew if I talked to him….this wouldn't happen," she says eyeing his face.
"You can't handle Stephen on your own. Not if he's fucking obsessed with you Olivia. I'm your husband and another man is obsessed with my wife. That's for me to handle. And that's what I did," Fitz says angrily.
"Fitz what happened to your face and your knuckles," she says as she noticed the red bruises they were sporting now.
"I think you know what happened," he says.
"No, I don't know what happened. I want you to tell me. Would you look at me please?"
"Olivia I am far too upset to talk about this right now with you," he says as he throws on his shirt.
"Fitz you didn't hurt him did you?" She asks.
"You care if I hurt him," Fitz asks incredulously.
"You know that's not what I mean. I just don't want you to have done something that he could hurt you for," Liv tries to calmly explain.
"I went over and reminded him whose last name you carry. It's not Finch. I went over there and played the role that I thought you liked me to play," Fitz says gritting his teeth.
"What is that?" She asks.
"Your husband," Fitz says.
She tries to caress his face, "Fitz, I didn't want anyone to get hurt. I didn't tell you because I didn't want this to happen. I didn't want there to be an altercation. I didn't want you to be upset."
"I was going to be upset regardless Olivia. He wants you. He believes you are his. He believes he has some ownership of you. And let's not forget, he wants to fuck you. And you wanted to keep me in the dark about that," Fitz
"Fitz," she says.
"Yeah he told me, he can't wait to have you in his bed. Does that sound like a guy that got the point. You cut off ties with him but he didn't cut off ties with you and he never will," Fitz says.
"He said that to you," Liv says surprised. This is not the Stephen she thought she knew.
"Yes, he did. You've kept this from me for a year Olivia. You've had this secret and every time I asked you what happened with Abby and Stephen, you said you need to take a break from things in your life that were so connected to your past."
"That was true Fitz. Abby was a part of that. I needed to get some perspective," Liv explains.
Fitz looks at her. He knows the question is stupid but he's angry and he wants to lash out, "Were you jealous Abby was sleeping with him? Is that why you were so angry with Abby? She slept with your ex-boyfriend."
"Fitz don't be stup…," she stops herself. "You know I am not jealous. I love you. You know that," she answers, trying to take his face in her hands. . He resists and finally lets her. She looks at the eye and the cut. "Does it hurt?" she asks.
"No, what hurts is that you were keeping secrets from. After what happened with Tracey, we said we'd never do that. And that's exactly what you did," Fitz reminds her.
Liv can do nothing but let out a breath of defeat. She knows he's right. She knows that is the exact thing that she did. "I'm sorry," Liv says. Fitz hates being angry with her. He hates feeling that twinge of mistrust. He goes toward the door. "Where are you going?" Liv asks.
"I think I am going to watch some television, maybe sleep in the guest room."
"Fitz, can't we talk more about this? What about dinner?" she asks.
"I'm not hungry," Fitz says as she closes the door. Teddy runs to it whining.
Liv sits on the bed, the wind knocked out of her. She wants to go after him but she knows he needs space. "Come here boy," she says to Teddy. He runs to her side. She looked at him, "Mom messed up didn't she?" She says to him scratching his head.
She knows she should have told him but trying to keep him from getting angry just made him angrier. She knows he has every right to be angry and she knows she has to fix this and fix it fast. Her husband is angry and she's the cause of it.
What will Olivia do? What is Fitz going to do about Stephen?
