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.

The conspirators successfully frame Hollis Doyle for the Cytron bombing. David Rosen is manipulated into believing he has won, while the truth remains buried. Key Character Moments

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

David possesses a memory card with evidence that can bring down the presidency. Olivia Pope and the "Defiance Five" (Mellie, Cyrus, Verna, and Hollis) are pushed to the brink of desperation to protect their secret.

Having induced her labor prematurely to gain public sympathy, Mellie is finally forced to face a husband who knows the depths of her ruthlessness.

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