'Scandal' Season 4 Episode Preview & Spoilers: Will Olivia Tell Fitz the Truth?

Things are heating up in the fourth season of "Scandal" with many wondering where the the romance of Olivia and Fitz will go.

In the fourth episode of the new season, titled "Like Father, Like Daughter," Fashion & Style wrote that the President "will finally question Olivia Pope's whereabouts."

After a lot of chaos in the White House, Fitz will finally ask Olivia, played by Kerry Washington, where's she's been hiding. 

In the last three episodes, we've seen the pair dance about each other but in the newest episode, Hallels noted, "Fitz seeks the help of the love of his life for shutting down a situation that can threaten to tarnish the reputation of the Grant family. On the other hand, Rowan hands down the dirty work to an old friend of his."

During this time, Olivia is reeling after the realization that the real villains are actually her parents -- leading her to the conclusion that she is at the center of all the problems the President is currently facing. 

The site goes on to describe a possible confrontation between heavy-hitter and shot caller Rowan Pope and his very own daughter, Olivia, who as we've seen in previous seasons, can hold her own.

Much of Rowan's attention is said to be focused on "more vicious planning" as he tries to untangle himself from the murders that he has become involved in while Jake continues to collect evidence and proof of his involvement and guilt.

In this episode, another storyline will unfold as Quinn and Huck learn more about Catherine as the case develops --still pitting her as the prime suspect in the murder of her daughter, noted Hallels.

The return of Olivia is sure to ruffle some of Mellie's feathers, who F&S noted is still coping with the loss of her oldest son, Jerry.

In the teaser trailer, we see Fitz asking Olivia straight out, "You just took off for two months. Where did you go?"

While there is no indication of how Olivia will respond, it'll be interesting to see how she will handle the question. Answer "yes" and it may signal the end of Olivia and Fitz but lying would indicate she's concerned about Fitz and a possible end to their relationship.

Tune in to see how Olivia will handle being with Fitz in the White House again. Catch the newest episode as it airs on Thursday, Oct 16, 8/9 central.