Cute story.
I'm one of the people that never 'hated' Scardino, as I felt that Lois was, in a way, using him. He was earnest and honest in his feelings for Lois, but he was pretty annoying also.
The problem with this story is... I like Lucy as a character. I know the show never gave her much depth, and I'm probably imprinting some of the comic book aspects to the woman, but I still like her. I always thought of her as Lois Lite. Given the time and opportunites she could become a successful, fullfilled person in her own right.
But, Dan Scardino?
Tank (who, for all his protests to the contrary, thinks it would be hilarious if Lucy and Dan showed up at Lois and Clark's doorstep sometime... hint, hint)
