The next morning was both incredibly fast paced, and agonizingly slow for Ciel. She had woken up early, eager to get on her adventure, but her family seemed content to take their time. It wouldn't be until later that Ciel would be grateful for the extra moments spent at home with her family.<br/><br/>After breakfast, they went as a family to the dock. Everyone but Ciel seemed to be valiantly holding back tears. Halfway to the dock, Rusty bursts out from a bush and falls into step slightly behind Ciel. She pulls a treat out of her pocket and playfully tossed it to him, as he quietly pads along side her.<br/><br/>They arrive a short time later, and her family takes up their position on the dock. One by one she gives them a hug and says her goodbyes. Her voice becomes increasingly more clogged with emotion, but she manages to not cry.<br/><br/>After the elder gives out his advice, she thanks him and smiles to those gathered on the dock. She takes another moment to wave to them, before setting foot on the boat. Rusty sniffs the boat suspiciously before gingerly stepping aboard himself.<br/>"All aboard!" Ciel declares, her voice back under her control.