As he sits up from tying his shoes, he grabs the travel mug of coffee she made for him, and takes a swig, as he asks, "Did he threaten you?" She appreciates his concern. But shakes her head no as she replies, "No, he didn't. He just ranted about me cutting him off, and not feeling it's fair. Professing his love for me, saying our parents are going to be heart broken, and blah, blah, blah."
He knows this is her situation and he doesn't have any say in how she handles it. But, he gives his two cents anyway, as he says, "It sounds like he's unraveling a bit Liv." She acknowledges his perspective as she responds, "Yeah. I think me telling him it's over is starting to settle in. I've never blocked him before, so he's panicking. But, it is what it is at this point. I'm over it."
Understanding her point, but still curious about what's next. He asks, "So what's your plan here? Because he's not fading into the good night willingly." She nods as she replies, "I know. I was trying to just let things play out; you know, give things time to settle in before i paid it any attention. But, I can see that's not realistic. So, I will talk to him soon, maybe today depending on my work schedule."
He likes that she's changing her mind about letting things ride, and she's willing and ready to face him. But, he is still worried about the outcome. So he asks, "Are you going to meet him somewhere?" She sighs as she replies, "Yeah, I'll probably unblock him and tell him to meet me for lunch. That way I can give him back his ring and we can have a final word."
He searches her face for any signs of wavering and finds nothing. But, he's still sensitive to the fact that she's ending an engagement, and a relationship she's been in for almost 4 years. Lovingly, he takes her hand and asks, "Are you sure you're okay? This is a big deal Liv." She adores his concern; but she looks him in the eye as she replies, "Yes. I'm more than okay Fitz. Eddie and I have been over long before this moment. This is just the final send off. But thanks anyway for asking. It's sweet of you. Please don't worry; It's just something I have to handle, as a result of me getting my life in order without him in it."
He agrees with her, and sees she's in a good head space, so he lets it go. As he takes another sip of his coffee, and says, I can't agree with you more. It's a necessary step. And, by the way. This coffee if great. I can't believe you got it right." She smiles as she replies, "You're not the only one who remembers things."
He grins at her as he responds, "I see that. Thanks." She replies, "You're welcome." They seal the moment with a kiss, and his alarm on his phone goes off. He quickly silences it, and they both stand up as he says, "I've got to get going. My Uber is approaching."
She chuckles as she replies, "Why'd you take Uber?" He jokingly responds, "How else do you do a late night creep without leaving evidence?" They both laugh, as he braces for her playful hit, he knows is coming, and she delivers as expected. He then makes up for his snide remark as he takes her into his arms and explains, "In all seriousness, Drew had my car and Harry wasn't home, so it was my only choice. Because I wanted to see you. And I'm not regretting my decision one bit." Her cheeks warm as she smiles at him, and they share a laugh as she says, "Good recovery. And, for the record. I'm not regretting your decision either."
They share another kiss, but with his phone buzzing yet again, advising his Uber is near the gate. They end their embrace, and she ushers him to the door, where he of course once again, pulls her in for another quick, deep kiss. And when it breaks, he says, "I just can't stop kissing you." His comment leaves them both smiling, and her in brief wonderment after she opens the door, and he leaves saying, "Bye, thanks again for the coffee." She responds, "You're welcome, Bye."
As she leans against the door, after locking it behind him. Her day dream comes to an end, as she hears Abby's door opening downstairs, and her gracing them with her morning song as she walks up the steps. Realizing how odd she looks standing by the front door in her robe, at 7:00. She scampers into the kitchen, where she begins making herself a bowl of oatmeal, toast and orange juice.
By the time Abby comes into the kitchen; Olivia is walking into the dining room, positioned off the kitchen, with her breakfast in hand, while saying, "Morning Abs. "
Abby, in her usual chipper mood responds, "Morning Livy!" But then pauses as she looks at her again, and asks, "Wait, you're up eating breakfast, and you made coffee; who are you and what did you do with Olivia? Olivia chuckles as she replies, "Whatever diva, I slept well and woke up with some energy. So, I decided to get up and get my day started right."
Abby grabs a fruit and granola parfait out of the fridge, and has a seat across from her as she replies, "MMMMHMMM, I smell a rat." Olivia laughs at her as she responds, "Then you need to check your breath lady; because nothing is foul smelling this way."
Abby rolls her eyes playfully, as she replies, "I hate you." Olivia shrugs her shoulders as she says, "In my Tamar voice, the lies you tell!" They both share a laugh, as they hear footsteps coming down the hall.
Mellie rounds the corner, entering the kitchen as she asks, "What's so funny this early?" Abby smartly replies, "Can you speak first thing in the morning, before bitching? Or is that too much to ask?"
Mellie has a seat at the table with a cup of coffee in hand, as she replies, "Nobody's bitching heifer. I had a legit question. Let's not act like its normal for you two to be cackling like hens around the table this early in the morning, it's barely 7:30."
Abby counters as she replies, "Cackling? Gurl… " She cuts Abby's retort off as she realizes Olivia is sitting at the table. And she says, "Hold on; Liv. You're eating breakfast, and you're chatty."
Abby follows her lead in changing the topic of conversation as she adds, "Oh, and she made the coffee you're drinking too." Mellie excitedly replies, "Oh, now I know there's a damn good story here I need to hear about. Do tell."
Olivia shakes her head and smiles as she responds, "Both of you are a hot mess. Wendy Williams has both of yawl minds messed up." Mellie says, "Don't blame this on Wendy, girl. You're leaving something out."
Olivia chuckles as she replies, "Oh my goodness. There's nothing to tell Mel. I had a good night's sleep; I woke up with some energy, so I made some coffee and ate a bowl of oatmeal. You're making it seem like I made an omelet bar. Maybe next time I won't make you ingrates anything."
Abby suspiciously, and inquisitively says, "OOOOOW, somebody's getting defensive. That's a true sign of hiding something. As an impending attorney, you should know that." Mellie, unwittingly bails her out as she responds, "She's not wrong. A good night's sleep is very important. That's one reason I continue to maintain my looks. I always get plenty of rest."
In her head Olivia thinks, score one for me. She can always count on Mellie to shift a conversation, this time it was in her favor. Both Abby and Olivia share a look and a laugh after he comment, as Olivia says, "On that note. I've got to get ready to go." Abby gets up too, following with, "Me too."
Mellie sees them dispersing and quickly asks, "What's so funny? I'm serious." Olivia informatively responds, "Mel, you never miss a chance to make something about you." Abby adds, "And your comment doesn't make any damn sense. You act like you're 55. I'd hope at the ripe old age of 25, you've managed to maintain your looks. Otherwise something is inherently wrong."