Last night we celebrated the 100th episode of Scandal with a ‘What If’ storyline.
For some, their routes made sense.
But for others, in no way could I have predicted their outcome.
But, the burning question before last nights episode aired was definitely what became of Fitz and Olivia?
The Real Olivia Pope
At first, Fitz and Olivia went their separate ways after he lost the election.
They led individual lives for a while until Fitz came to Olivia saying he left Mellie.
More months continued to pass and we were brought to Olivia and Fitzs wedding day.
Seeing Olivia so light and happy was perhaps one of the most drastic changes of the episode.
Olivia hasnt looked so free in…ever.
The only real difference with Marcus is that he was on a team with Liv, and only Liv.
They were writing bills and trying to get things to congress.
It presented an Olivia that was comfortable in her skin in every way.
Sure, Olivia always exudes an overwhelming amount of confidence.
But, the confidence she radiates in the present day can feel forced and facade-like.
This regenerated Olivia had her faults too, but she actually looked approachable.
Not above anyone…but beside them.
Same ol Fitz
Fitz, however, didnt seem to like the new, Liv.
At one point in the episode, he became angry when he found out Olivia didnt make him president.
At least through 5thseason.
Thankfully, Fitz has mellowed out a lot more through season 6, making him a more likable character.
But the Fitz in the 100thepisode portrays that power hungry, ego-centric man we have all grown to know.
Olitz
Olivia and Fitz did not have that Vermont kind of marriage that they had always dreamed of.
Oliva didnt like this side of Fitz and soon he didnt like that side of him either.
But, I am curious if this is a foreshadow to their actual relationship?
Anyone else find themselves saying this when Mellie and Cyrus got married?
Well, I definitely did.
He always deserved someone better than Cyrus.
That wasnt too far off.
Cyrus is always gunning for power and a place in the White House in this alternate reality.
Even when Mellie discovers Cyrus is actually gay, he doesnt care.
Mellie, like Fitz, was someone to be controlled.
Someone to get him to the Oval office.
Poor sweet James was treated horribly by Cyrus, once again.
But, at least he lived in this universe.
I thought perhaps that was the most out of sync portrayal of theScandalcharacters.
We originally got to see Quinn as Lindsey in the beginning of the show.
It was some time ago.
However, it was fun to see a character so wildly different from what we expected.
My favorite…
David Rosen and Abby Wheeler.
Still waiting for the day this actually happens.
So, to see that largest what if of all time forScandalbe played out was definitely welcome.
Rating:
3.5 out of 5
