The Farewell Journey
For the remaining weeks of their final voyage, Ed and Mabel soaked in every moment. They revisited their favorite spots on the ship, from the quiet reading corner in the library to the secluded deck where they had spent countless evenings watching the sunset. Every meal, every walk along the promenade, felt like a farewell to the life they had known for the past decade. It was bittersweet, but they knew it couldn’t last forever.
Goodbyes to the Crew
As their final days approached, Ed and Mabel made quiet goodbyes to the crew members they had come to know over the years. The staff, now fully aware of the couple’s situation, treated them with kindness and understanding. Some even expressed admiration for how long they had managed to stay aboard without detection. Ed and Mabel were no longer invisible; they were part of the ship’s lore, a story that would be passed down among the crew.