Lost and Found
By Mary
Rating: PG for now.
Summary: This is set four years into the future. In this Henry did indeed go back to Tucson to be a father to his child, and Betty has tried to move on without him. This is a little departure from my usual Betty/Henry friendly stories but have no fear loyal readers, all is not lost for our fearless couple. I just got inspired into a different B/H direction and well…I just decided to try something out of the norm for once. Enjoy all!!!!
Chapter One
Betty Suarez stood at the altar, surrounded by the flowers and candles that had made up her girlhood dreams. She was clad in a simple white wedding dress, her mother's veil atop her head, wishing she could be happier. This is supposed to be the happiest day of your life, Betty thought as her mind drifted back to the memories locked in her brain of other times, other people.
The priest droned on about the happy couple, how well they seemed to compliment each other. Betty's mind drifted, images of happy times lifting the corners of her mouth in a small smile. The groom looked over at her as his turn came to speak.
"I do." He replied in a strong voice.
Betty's ears only dimly registered his affirmation as her mind replayed her memories. She knew how precious these were going to have to stay, for these were memories of another. These were the memories that she would have to live on, and perhaps use as a tool to help her love another. The man standing next to her, waiting for her response. Stopping her trip down memory lane, she pulled herself back to the present as she managed another small smile at the man looking anxiously at her.
"I do." Betty replied quietly, but firmly. Everyone gathered there seemed to relax at her words. Betty kept her mind focused during the exchanging of wedding rings and the lighting of the marriage candle. As the priest pronounced them husband and wife, Betty tensed as he raised her veil. As she tried to relax, she saw her new husband's face for only a second before he bent down and softly placed his lips over hers. Betty summoned her inner strength to muster a contented noise as he broke the kiss and smiled at her.
"Ladies and Gentleman may I present for the first time Mr. and Mrs. Giovanni Rossoli." The priest said as they turned and headed up the aisle. Betty smiled weakly at her family as she passed them. She squared her shoulders as they stood together to begin receiving their guests. She could learn to love Gio, Betty thought as she felt him clasp her dry hand.
Right……..?
TBC…………..