The episode follows the fallout as David Rosen uncovers the truth about the Cytron explosion and the rigged presidential election in Defiance, Ohio.
In a shocking turn, Fitz murders Verna in her hospital bed to keep the secret from coming out, effectively becoming the monster he once feared he was. Scandal_2x13
This episode marks a dark transformation for Fitz, as he moves from a victim of a conspiracy to an active, murderous participant in the cover-up. Episode Details Director: Tom Verica Writer: Mark Wilding Original Air Date: January 31, 2013 The episode follows the fallout as David Rosen
Having induced her labor prematurely to gain public sympathy, Mellie is finally forced to face a husband who knows the depths of her ruthlessness. Episode Details Director: Tom Verica Writer: Mark Wilding
Olivia faces the moral consequence of her actions, realizing that "fixing" the election has destroyed the man she loves.
The 13th episode of Scandal 's second season, titled is widely considered one of the series' most pivotal hours. It concludes the "Defiance" election-rigging arc and features the high-stakes confrontation between the conspirators and David Rosen. Plot Summary