"Niles, what are we doing here?"

"I wanted to take you somewhere special." He replied. "But if you don't like it, then perhaps we could-."

She turned to him and kissed him, oblivious to the smiles of the passersby on the sidewalk.

"Anywhere I'm with you is special."

He grinned like a little boy. "This feels like a dream."

"What are the chances of both of us having the same dream?"

"About a million to one, my angel. But you've made my dreams come true."

Her eyes filled with tears once more and she kissed his cheek.

"I don't deserve you."

When he smiled, she could have sworn she saw the first sheen of tears in his eyes.

"Come on, my love. It's a bit cold out here. Let's go inside where it's warmer."

He took her hand and they walked into Café Nervosa for the first time as a couple.

"Well, Dr. Crane. How nice to see you." Taylor said, greeting them at the counter. "And you too, Ms. Moon."

Daphne laughed at the formality.

"Call me Daphne, please."

"And you may call me Niles."

"Wow, a first name basis. That means a lot to me, Dr. Crane. I-I mean, Niles and Daphne." Taylor said with a nervous laugh. "Most customers insist that we call them by their professional names or 'proper' names. I feel like we're really friends now."

Daphne smiled and took Taylor's hand. "We have been friends for a long time, Taylor."

"Yes, absolutely." Niles added, laying a hand on Taylor's forearm. "You've given my family nothing but wonderful service each time we come into this fine establishment. And I can't thank you enough for your kindness."

She handed them their drinks and they looked at each other in surprise, for she hadn't even asked what they wanted. But oddly enough the orders were exactly right.

"You know us pretty well." Daphne pointed out.

"Well it's easy getting to know someone when they're so kind." Taylor said. "And if you don't mind my saying so, I'm very happy for you both."

Niles' eyebrows rose.

"Happy? Well thank you Taylor but I don't know what you're-."

"You two finally found each other."

Daphne blushed deeply and when she looked at Niles she saw that his cheeks were flushed as well.

"I'm sorry things didn't work out with your wife, but I know how much you love Daphne and how long you've been waiting for her."

"I-."

"Oh... I guess I said a bit too much, didn't I? I'm sorry. There's an empty table in that corner over there. I'm sure you want to be alone. I promise I won't let anyone bother you. Just wave your hand if you need anything."

Their drinks in hand, they walked to the table which certainly was secluded. In fact, in its' unique location behind the door, Daphne had never noticed it before.

"Well that was interesting." She said as they sat down. "But what did she mean by that?"

"What?"

"She said she knew how long you've been waiting for Me."

"Oh that... Perhaps she's talking about the night that we first met. I hope you don't mind that I couldn't resist telling Frasier how captivated I was by you. I guess Taylor must have overheard me. I'm sorry if I've embarrassed you but you just looked-."

"Dr. Crane please don't try to make me believe that I looked beautiful in that dreadful outfit because I really-."

He pulled her toward him and kissed her deeply.

"What was that for?"

"To stop you from saying things that simply aren't true. You're beautiful inside and out, no matter what anyone says."

"I love you so much." She said. "But how are we ever going to make this work?"

"Daphne, I already told you-."

"I-I know but your wife... It just isn't fair."

"Maris is in Europe right now with a man she met on her latest adventure. I admit that I was a bit surprised when she left without even saying goodbye. She didn't even leave a note, and I-."

When his voice broke, she took him into her arms.

"Shh... It's all right. I'm here and I'm not going anywhere. I plan on loving you for the rest of my life."

He gently pulled out of her embrace, his teary blue eyes meeting her brown ones.

"I love you too, Daphne. But I really need to remember to thank Dad for those Cuban cigars."

She laughed at his random comment.

"Those horrid things? But why? You don't smoke Dr. Crane. I probably shouldn't have encouraged you either. I'd better tell your father not to buy anymore. They're a bad habit to get into."

"Well that's true, but if it hadn't been for those Cuban cigars, I wouldn't be so utterly and completely happy right now. But there's one thing that would make me even happier."

She kissed him again and leaned into his comforting embrace. "Well, all right. If it means that much to you."

He watched as she pulled out her cell phone and began to dial.

"Hello, Dr. Crane? It's Daphne. Is Mr. Crane there?"

There was a pause and she smiled at Niles, running her fingers through his hair.

"Daphne, what are you doing?"

"Hush..." She whispered with a grin.

"Mr. Crane? I'm sorry to interrupt your ball game but could you do me a favor? I know it's a horrid habit but could you bring home some more of those Cuban cigars? I promise I won't make it a regular request but Dr. Crane is a bit upset about his wi-about Mrs. Crane and I just want to make him happy. You will? Oh thank you, Mr. Crane. I love you too. We'll be home soon."

She hung up the phone and hugged Niles, placing a kiss on his cheek.

"There you are."

"A-actually Daphne, that's not exactly what I meant."

She sighed, knowing that she'd disappointed him. "I'm sorry Dr. Crane. I just thought-."

"It was a wonderful gesture. Thank you, Daphne." Niles said, kissing her again. "But the one thing that would make me happier still..."

"Yes?"

"Could you find it in your kind, unselfish, caring and loving heart to call me Niles?"

Tears spilled onto her cheeks and she drew him into her arms, kissing him again and again.

"I'd be happy to. I love you, Niles Crane. Forever and always till the end of time."

THE END