One Month Later

"Will Conway has just been officially sworn in as President of the United States!" News anchors across the globe reported eagerly.

Just as millions of Americans celebrated the Inauguration of their new president. They believed they could finally start healing from the Underwood administration and bloodbath.

"I just would have never predicted after months of scandal, controversy, and investigations, it would end with the Underwoods' deaths," Hammerschmidt spoke out on a guest panel. "I- I just.. I still can't believe this. But I'm glad we're starting over. America deserves someone like Conway and I believe this will be the beginning of a prosperous chapter for our nation."

"What happened a month ago will be a deep scar in American history. But the resilience and determination to rebuild by the American people have been astounding. This is a cautionary tale to any politician, any future president, that lusts for power. America will not stand for tyranny," former president Walker stated on another news channel. "The Underwoods' paid with their lives for their crimes. As tragic as it ended, I believe justice was served. The true heroes are the men, women, and children who stood for their beliefs and revolted against corruption."

Meanwhile, at the freshly cleaned and repainted White House, President Conway was welcomed by several familiar faces.

"Good afternoon, Mr. President," Sean, the new Press Secretary, waved.

"Mr. President, we have to go over several things concerning Russia." Cathy, still in her original position, walked beside him.

"Of course, Cathy. I'll be right with you," Conway responded as he ran into his wife.

"Mr. President," She grinned.

"First Lady," He teased back.

Even some faces that hadn't been seen in awhile resurfaced.

"Hello, Mr. President," greeted Christina, who hadn't appeared since the days of Peter Russo, found herself a job with the Conway administration.

"How are you, Mr. President?" Seth asked, who was chosen as the Communications Director.

"Mr. President," Heather Dunbar acknowledged thankfully, who also found herself a position as the Secretary of Treasury.

"Mr. President, glad to see you're doing well," Jackie, the recently nominated Secretary of Defense, smiled as she passed by.

"I like the ring," Conway gestured to her hand. "I better get an invite, okay?"

"Of course! Why wouldn't I invite you?" Jackie giggled. "After all you've done, you'll be the first to get an invitation."

"Mr. President!" Another voice called from behind.

Keeping true to his promise, came the new chief of staff, Remy Denton.

The couple kissed quickly before Remy turned his attention to the president.

"Excuse me, Mr. President. Secretary Durant needs to speak with you about some information."

"Yes, I already told her I would be with her shortly. I just need to go over something with you." Conway started walking down the hall with Remy, leaving Jackie to continue in the opposite direction.

"I need you to add two more names to the list. Leann Harvey and Gavin Orsay. They will be the first two people I pardon as president." Conway ordered, making his way towards the Oval Office.

"Alright," Remy made note of this as they stepped into the Oval. "Anything else, Mr. President?"

"Tell Secretary Durant I need to make a quick phone call and then I'll meet with her."

"Got it. See you around, Mr. President," Remy gave him a small smile as he exited.

Immediately, Conway shut the door, leering as he did so.

"I actually feel pity for the Underwoods'. They could have won if they hadn't been so caught up in their petty arguments.

They were the ultimate couple, but as cheesy as it sounds they were nothing without love. Or at least lust for one another.

See, I think Doug had it right this whole time and that's why he was so dangerous.

A truly, unstoppable force.

If Frank and Claire would have at least felt an attraction towards one another, it could have grown into an obsession that mimicked the one they felt for power," Conway strolled over to the Resolute Desk, sitting behind it.

"Don't act so surprised. You thought he was the only one?

I always knew you were there. Frank wasn't the only scheming politician in D.C. as much as he liked to think.

I have to admit though, the coup could have easily gone wrong. I was scared I would be killed in the process. But it was a risk worth taking," Conway smirked. "President Conway sure does sound better than President Underwood.

"What?"Conway spread his hands over the desk, feeling it's smooth, wooden surface.

"Did you think I was the hero in this story?"

Knock, knock.