If It's Meant To Be Chapter 1: heartbreaking, an ugly betty fanfic

Chapter 1: heartbreaking

Betty and Gio shared a beautiful love. After going to Rome together, Betty moved in with Gio and their relationship heated up, becoming more serious. Business with the deli was growing and Betty got her own column in Mode magazine. After a year of dating, their conversations started to turn to their futures together and that's when things started going sour.

Opportunities were knocking on their doors and there were choices that had to be made. Gio was offered the chance of a lifetime that would launch his career, but it was in Italy; whilst Betty was presented with the opportunity to travel across the States, writing different articles for both Mode and Hot Flash.

Long discussions, tears and arguments erupted as decisions were made. Both wanting the best for each other; they reluctantly agreed that if it were meant to be for them, they would find each other again in the future.

Despite the quarrels, they remained the best of friends and lovers. Their love and bond was so strong it remained as they both stood in the airport lounge. Staring at the flights board, they both searched for their flights and departure times.

"There it is. Rome – departing in 20 minutes."
"Hmm. Well, babe, I guess this is it" Betty said trying to be brave, as she turned to face Gio, tears threatening to spill onto her cheeks.
"Aww Betty baby, don't cry. We'll meet up again. I just know it! We'll get our experiences and then we'll have the rest of our lives to talk about them - together!" said Gio as he rested his hand on her cheek.
As his hand touched her face, Betty lost all control and burst out crying. Pulling her closer, Gio hugged her tightly. Rubbing her back, he tried to calm her down.

"Flight DL 3923, JFK to Rome, Italy is now taking passengers. Please make your way to Gate B22. Thank you and enjoy your flight with Delta Airlines" said the female announcer.

Betty tightened her grip around Gio as she heard the announcement. Speaking into his chest, Gio didn't hear one word she had said. Pulling away slightly, he lifted her chin and looked quizzically into her bloodshot eyes.
"I said, I don't want you to go. I want us to be together forever. I love you Gio!" That was all that Betty managed to spill out before bursting uncontrollably into more tears.
"Shh B! It's going to be alright." Gio said before lifting her face again and kissing her gently. After appearing like a pair of teenagers in love, they pulled apart and Gio picked up his hand luggage. Throwing the bag strap over his shoulder he pulled Betty in for a final embrace.
"I love you Betty. I always will. Nothing will ever change that. Doesn't matter how much land mass is between us during this time, you will be always be in heart, mind and soul."

Detaching himself from Betty, he kissed her one last time and walked off in the direction of the boarding gate. Betty couldn't move; she was frozen; watching the love of her life walk away. They were going on their own adventures now, with the hopes of meeting up in the near future. Standing alone in the boarding lounge, a single tear trickled down her puffy face. A complete stranger walked up to her and offered her some tissues. She took a few with many thanks. After wiping her eyes and face, she scrunched the used tissue and put it in her pocket. Picking up her bag and laptop case, she walked to the nearest seat next to a window. Sitting down, she looked out and watched all the different planes take off while waiting for her own flight.

A few moments later, another announcement was made, jolting Betty from her heartbroken induced trance.
"Flight VX 281, JFK to San Francisco is now boarding. Please make your way to Gate A2. Have a safe flight and thank you for flying with Virgin America."

Taking one last look out the window, Betty sighed, picked up her bags and made her to the boarding gate. "Gio, you are my soul mate and I'm sure we'll meet again," she said to herself as she walked away.

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Ugly Betty – characters : ABC Studios

Flight information – completely fictional! In my world, you can fly from anywhere to anywhere…no stop overs! So any incorrect information, forgive me, I haven't been overseas for nearly 20 years!