After Daniel's recovery, life settled into a comfortable routine for Lily and him. They returned to work, took vacations together, and enjoyed each other's company every day.
But as they celebrated their third anniversary, Lily felt a pang of anxiety. She knew that it was time to take their relationship to the next level.
She broached the subject tentatively one night, as they sat on the couch together.
"Daniel, I love you so much," she said. "And I can't imagine my life without you. I think we should take the next step and get married."
Daniel's face lit up with a smile. "Lily, I've been waiting for you to ask," he said. "Of course, I'll marry you."
They spent the next few months planning their wedding, choosing the perfect venue and selecting their favorite foods for the reception. Lily felt like she was walking on air, so excited to start the next chapter of their lives together.
On the day of the wedding, Lily felt her heart swell with love as she walked down the aisle toward Daniel. He looked so handsome in his suit, and his eyes sparkled with joy.
As they exchanged vows, Lily felt tears prick at the corners of her eyes. She had never been happier than she was in that moment, surrounded by her friends and family and promising to love Daniel forever.
The reception was a blur of laughter and dancing, as Lily and Daniel celebrated their love with their loved ones. As they sat together in a quiet moment, Daniel leaned over and whispered in her ear.
"Lily, I know that we've been through a lot together," he said. "But I want you to know that I'll never stop loving you. You are the most important thing in my life, and I promise to cherish you always."
Lily felt her heart overflow with love for Daniel. She knew that they had been through so much together, but their love had only grown stronger through it all.
As the night wound down and their guests began to leave, Lily and Daniel snuck away to a quiet corner of the venue. As they looked up at the stars, Lily knew that their love was meant to be.
And as they kissed under the stars, Lily felt like the luckiest woman in the world. Together, they had faced so many challenges, but they had come out the other side with a love that would last a lifetime.