Everyone gathered around on the deck. As the group gathered on the deck of the ship, their numbers swelled by the addition of the newfound passengers, Jude and the others couldn't help but feel a pang of concern at the realization of just how many people were now aboard the vessel. The ship's crew likely hadn't anticipated rescuing such a large number of individuals, and the lack of transportation boats to accommodate everyone was a troubling thought.
However, the notion of abandoning any of their fellow travelers was simply unacceptable to Jude and his companions. They understood the importance of standing together in times of adversity, of supporting one another through the trials and tribulations that lay ahead.
