46-Healing
"How is he?"
"The surgery went well, Mrs. Crane."
Daphne sighed with relief, as did the rest of the family. "May I see him?"
"Of course, but only a moment."
She followed the cardiologist into the room where Niles was sound asleep. As gently as possible she kissed his lips and his eyes slowly opened.
"Daph-ne…"
She smiled and stroked his cheek. "Yes, Darling. It's me."
"Home…"
"I want that too, Sweetheart. But you'll be home soon and you can begin healing."
"Love you…. So much."
Tears spilled onto her cheeks and she kissed him. "Love you so much too."