A/N-I try to address all reviews but guest reviews I can not. I noticed a review from someone named Marie. I'm not really sure if what you were saying was meant to be advice or basically call me stupid. Either way I will say that I had no specific expectations, but since I read a lot of stories as well as I write I noticed how the reviews vary. I also noticed that some stories come up when you log in to the Scandal Fan Fiction area while other authors did not. All my previous post had a large response so I wanted to make sure that I had not went off on the deep end. Thank you for pointing out certain things. I respect it. Everyone is not going to be nice or coddle you on this website.
Olivia was up at five in the morning. She got the turkey and the Cornish hens in the oven. She prepped the ham to go in later.
Pransome was in the kitchen with her so she let him out and started a pot of coffee. They came back in and she gave Pransome a treat and he crawled in the bed. After she washed her hands she began to prep her batter for the sweet potato pies. They were Fitz's favorite. She also made him an apple pie and peach cobbler.
Jenny came in the kitchen and seen Olivia fixing all of Fitz's favorite deserts, "You are going to make that man marry you when he sees this."
Olivia laughed, "That wouldn't be such a bad thing!"
Jenny smiled, "It would be a great thing. You would officially be my daughter although it doesn't matter. You might want to take back working with me then."
Olivia shook her head, "Never would I regret working with you. When Fitz showed me the office before he showed me the house I told him I was going to miss you guys when we moved. I was excited to learn my moms will be 30 minutes away."
Jenny nodded, "I'm looking forward to the move. I think we could all use a fresh start. You and Fitz as a couple. I get to go back home. Do something I love full-time until the grandkids arrive then I think part-time. I want to see them grow. Your mom could use new scenery after surviving cancer."
Olivia nodded, "I agree Ma."
Olivia finished baking all the pies. She checked on the turkey and hens. Her mom came in the kitchen and greeted them.
Maya could tell that Olivia was a little tired, "Baby why don't you fix you and Fitz a fresh cup of coffee and you and Pransome go jump in the bed with him and watch the Macy Thanksgivings Day Parade. I'll fix breakfast and bring it to you guys."
"Mom, you don't have to do that."
"I know but I want to. You guys use to watch parts of that parade every year. You are tired. You have been cooking since yesterday afternoon. Relax baby. I got this."
Olivia agreed. She fixed their coffee and called Pransome. Fitz was just coming out the bathroom. He took the coffee out of her hands and properly greeted her and then kissed her. She told him her mom was cooking breakfast and told her to come in and relax with him.
They climbed in the bed and watched the news. Pransome was in Fitz's lap. Shortly afterwards her mom came in with breakfast. She included a scrambled egg for Pransome. He loved eggs for some reason. They enjoyed breakfast and watched the parade. Olivia fell asleep. Fitz DVR'd so they could go back and watch the rest.
Olivia woke up and showered and got dressed. They all decided to dress down and be comfortable. Olivia got the turkey out and the hens and moved them to the warmer. She put the ham on. She fixed the candied yams and mac & cheese and put them in the oven.
Close to two hours later dinner was done. They had turkey, ham, Cornish hens, fried chicken, yams, mac&cheese, collards, green beans, stuffing, and yeast rolls. For dessert they had sweet potato pies, apple pie, peach cobbler,chocolate cake, apple cake, and a pound cake.
Everyone had arrived at their house for dinner. They sat down to eat. Fitz said the blessing and then he went back to a tradition started by Olivia's mom which was everyone went around the table to say what they were thankful for. Maya started.
Maya-I am thankful to be alive and that I was able to beat brest cancer. I am thankful for my family. Jenny, Fitz, and Olivia. I am thankful our family is back together and Olivia is home with us where she belongs.
Jenny-I am thankful for my family. My two children. Maya for fighting to stick around. I am glad that love won.
Huck-I am thankful for my family and friends. I am thankful to have a woman who loves me for me, and that I get to work with my friends everyday doing a job that I love.
Quinn-I am thankful for the opportunity to meet all of you and be accepted and loved by you all. I am thankful to be loved for who I am
Abby-I am thankful that our family is complete again with Liv back. I am thankful for the success of our firm. I am thankful that I got the chance to follow my heart and be with the man I truly love thanks to the advice of my friends.
Harrison-I am thankful we are all together.I am grateful God gave us back Liv and we can help her as she has always done for us including helping me get the woman I have truly always wanted. If Olivia had not come back in our lives I might not have fought for Abby. I am grateful for the unconditional love and support I receive at this table.
Lauren-I am thankful for the opportunity that everyone at this table has provided me. I was lost when my mom died. I had given up and made some bad choices. I never expected to be given a second chance. Thank you for believing in me. Thank you for supporting me. Thank you for making me demand more of myself. Thank you for making me a part of your family.
Stephen-I am grateful that Fitz is the type of friend that wants people to be successful. We left our careers behind because we had to take care of family. It is never a choice we regret. It is nice to have people who understand that and have allowed us to once again go back to our passion without having to choose between family and job.
Georgia-I am thankful for God placing people in our lives at the right time. We never knew selling a dog would give us back something we missed without having to give up a single thing. I never had many friends but you all are dear friends of mine especially Olivia. You rock. Just who you are makes me want to be better and do better. Your courage & tenacity for life makes me thankful for all that I have.
Tom-I am thankful that I was patient enough to wait for the right door to open. The day I helped Olivia I did it because my sister was abused. I watched her struggle for years. If it were my sister or girlfriend or wife I would hope that would look out for them. I expected nothing in return, but Fitz offered me everything when I began to work for him & Olivia. I am thankful that I stayed true to myself and I was rewarded.
Olivia-I am thankful to be alive to see this day. The night I called Fitz I was calling to say good-bye. Instead it was hello back to a life that I deserve. The one where I am here with my family and friends and the love of my life. I love each and every one of you. Mom & Ma you are my world and I can never thank you for all that you taught me. To Fitz the man who has bent over backwards to love me and cherish me and love me unconditionally I thank God everyday that you forgave me so that we can have the life we both want.
Fitz-I am thankful that every important person in my life is here especially Olivia. I have waited to spend the holidays with the love of my life and our family. Today is that day and it is better than any dream that I ever thought of. You all are important to me. Money can only get you a measure of respect. I am better than no one. I thank my moms for teaching me that. I am thankful for the chance to grow and build with my other half. I love you all.
Dinner was great. Everyone laughed and talked about everything and nothing. They drank some of the wine that they had bought in Napa Valley. They ate till they could eat no more and they watched the football games. Fitz was in heaven having all his favorite deserts. Olivia enjoyed entertaining her guest. Pransome didn't care for all the noise so he stayed in their room a lot of the afternoon.
Olivia made sure that everyone packed plenty of food so that there wasn't too much left had asked their moms to stay with them so they could spend some more time together since the office was closed until Monday.
The women went shopping and they all bought things to prepare for their trip to Fiji. Olivia couldn't wait to get to the warm climate. The average temperature in December was around 82 degrees. They had gotten a lot of great deals. Her moms had her trying on summer cocktail dresses. She kept asking why and they told her that she knows Fitz is probably going to take her out to at least one fine dining restaurant in two weeks. Olivia realized they were right so they stopped in a bridal/formal wear boutique and tried several things on. Jenny & Maya said they needed some new formal gowns. Olivia watched them try several on. Olivia fell in love with a Rina Di Montella strapless tulle and lace floor lengthed dress. The bodice had sequins. Jenny & Maya had small figures like her so they looked great. To play it off they each selected another evening gown that was nothing alike. They joked with Olivia they would save the dress for her wedding. She laughed and agreed not knowing she would hopefully seem them in that dress in a month.
December was jammed pack. Olivia was traveling back and forth handling their clients on the West Coast and approving purchases for their home and their office. Fitz was assisting the team with some cases so they could be wrapped up by the 20th. They were flying out on the 21st. His moms were helping him complete the wedding plans. Maya had been a couple of trips to New York to help with the planning. The save a dates had went out. The invitations had went out. Outside of their friends and families Fitz had invited a few more people to attend the wedding and reception. Jeffrey Ballard had been really supportive. He offered his jet to get everyone to Fiji which Fitz accepted since their jet could not accommodate everyone. Lauren had helped him keep up with everything. She thought for Olivia and that helped him especially when his nerves took over.
The month went by fast and they were at the air strip loading up to fly out. Olivia was excited. Fitz didn't tell her much about where they were staying. It was a 16 hour flight so they were all dressed comfortable for the long trip. Olivia had ordered food, drinks, and snacks ahead of time. Tom had stopped by and picked everything up and loaded it onto the plane.
The flight was long but comfortable for everyone since they were on a private jet. They arrived and Olivia was like a little kid. She couldn't believe she was finally in Fiji. Fitz had arranged for a fleet of cars & helicopters to take them around the next couple of weeks. They needed the helicopters to get to the resort. They split up in Helicopters to fly over to the resort. They landed on the resort's helipad. They were taken up the resort where they would be staying and where the wedding would take place. The name of the resort was Likuliku Lagoon. Fitz had rented several of their units. He had reserved 15 Deluxe Beachfront Bure. For them he had reserved the Over-Water Bure.
When they got to the resort everyone was in awe. It was so beautiful and serene. Fitz was so glad he chose to get married here. He went and checked in and left a credit card on file to cover everyone's expenses while they were there. Any activities and extras he was paying for.
Olivia just kept looking at the water. This was everything to her. Fitz came up and grabbed her hand so they could be taken to their room. The over-water bure was just liked it sounded. Their pavilion was over the water. There were only ten pavilions on the resort that were over the water. It was beautiful to go outside your door and look door at the clear blue water.
Fitz was siting in the chair just enjoying the moment. If everything went well then in eleven days he would be married.
He was tired. He went and changed in pajama bottoms and climbed in the bed. Olivia came in and looked at Fitz in the bed. She didn't want to be anyplace but here.
She took off her clothes and climbed in the bed in her bra and panties. She climbed on top of Fitz and began to kiss him. One thing let to another and next thing you know he thrust in her and they were making love.
When they were done they just lay there in each other arms.
Olivia looked up and him, "It feels so magical here. I bet the weddings here are beautiful."
Fitz nodded, "I would imagine that they are especially at sunset. Can you imagine the backdrop?"
Olivia shook her head, "No I don't want to imagine because I'll get jealous of them."
Fitz smiled, "No one said you couldn't come back and get married when we get engaged."
Olivia sat up, "Really"
Fitz nodded, "Really. You said you wanted a wedding this time right."
Olivia nodded, "I do. I want our moms to be there. I want Abby, Quinn, and Lauren as my bridesmaids and maid of honor. Huck, Harrison, and Stephen as your groomsman and best man. I want to be a princess for the day in a wedding gown. Sorry"
Fitz sat up, "Never apologize about what you want. I promise when the time comes you will get all that and more, okay?"
Olivia nodded, "Okay baby. If God lets me marry you I'll take what I can get."
Fitz embraced her, "You can have both baby. Me and a wedding that you can look back on for years to come."
Olivia nodded. Sleep begins to set in. Olivia thought about what it would be like to marry Fitz here or anywhere one day. Fitz was thinking that Christmas could not get here soon enough. He didn't know how much longer he could hold it considering he now had the ring. He took comfort in the fact that it sounded like she would be happy with the arrangements he made. All he wanted was for this New Years to replace the bad memories of last year. She would never look at the New Year as the day she found to survive, but as the day she got to marry the love of her life.
A/N-So I am stopping there. You all know what is coming up. Let me know what you think. I also added the website so you can see the resort where they are staying and where they will get married...