When the doorbell rang, Daphne was grateful for the distraction. Washing dishes definitely wasn't on her list of favorite things to do.

And for someone who was forever complaining about her cooking, Martin certainly contributed his share of dirty dishes.

When it rang again, Daphne washed her hands, drying them on the kitchen towel that hung from the handle of the refrigerator door.

"Coming!" She called as she crossed the room and went to answer the door.

"Oh... Hello, Dr. Crane."

"Hello, Daphne."

She never tired of seeing her boss's younger brother and the polite way he smiled at her never failed to cheer her up; no matter how bad of a day she'd been having.

He looked her up and down. "You look quite luminous this afternoon." He said.

Daphne blushed at the compliment that she truly didn't deserve. Only Dr. Crane's brother would find her attractive in a pair of jeans, worn t-shirt and an apron that read What's Cookin?

"Thank you, Dr. Crane. You look quite handsome yourself. Is that a new suit?

Niles cheeks turned crimson as he looked down at his dark suit and yellow tie.

"Thank you, Daphne. It's not new, but I haven't worn it in quite some time."

Daphne smiled. "That must be it, then. So what brings you here on a nice day like this? I thought you'd be out enjoying the sunshine. We so rarely get any around here."

He smiled at her lame attempt at humor. "Actually I'm here to see Frasier. Is he around?"

"He's in his bedroom reading, but I'll go get him. Apparently my washing dishes was too much of a distraction.

"How could washing dishes possibly bother anyone?" Niles asked. "It certainly wouldn't bother me if you were washing dishes. In fact, I rather enjoy being in your company."

Daphne smiled and squeezed his hand. "That's very sweet, Dr. Crane. I enjoy your company as... Oh bloody hell! I completely forgot about your brother! I'll be right back."

She ran into the hallway and knocked on Frasier's bedroom door. The look on his face when he answered told her that he was far from happy about the distraction.

"I'm so sorry to bother you Dr. Crane, but your brother is here to see you."

"Niles is here? Well that certainly is unusual for this time of day. Did you let him in?"

"Of course I-."

"Niles! There's something I've been meaning to discuss with you!" Frasier said, pushing his way past Daphne as he entered the living room.

"I have some exciting news myself, Frasier. In fact, this is big!"

"Really? What's so important that you rushed over here in the middle of the day?"

"Well... Do you remember that article I wrote for the Seattle Psychiatrist's Association?"

"The one on schizophrenia?"

"Yes. My therapy group was very helpful in providing material for the article."

"I have to say that it was very well written, Niles. And it was a pleasure to read." Frasier said.

Niles smiled proudly. "Thank you Frasier, but you're not the only one who enjoyed it. Apparently the SPA enjoyed it so much that they gave it rave reviews and it even garnered praise from the National Journal of Psychology and Psychiatrists."

"Dr. Crane, that's very impressive!" Daphne said hugging him. She could feel his breath stagger slightly as he returned her embrace.

"Niles, that's wonderful!" Frasier added.

"What's going on?" Martin asked, hobbling into the room and settling himself into his chair. "Oh, hey Niles."

"Hey, Dad!" Niles replied.

"Niles was just telling us some exciting news, Dad." Frasier said. "Seems that an article he wrote was given high praise from the National Journal of Psychology and Psychiatritics."

"Hey! That's great!" Martin exclaimed.

"Thanks for the votes of confidence but I still haven't told you the best part!" Niles said elatedly.

"Which is?" Frasier prompted.

"Well, part of the requirements of writing a prestigious article that appears in the National Journal of Psychology and Psychiatrists is a change of scenery and an entirely new environment. I've also earned a coveted spot on the board of directors."

"Wonderful, Niles!" Frasier said. "Where is this change of scenery?"

There was a dramatic pause before Niles continued.

"Frasier... Dad... Daphne... I'm moving to Texas!"