(another daydream of my growing obsession with David Tennant😮‍💨)

1872, New York

Just a few more days, a bit more determination, patience, and Phileas Fogg, Abigail Fix and Jean Passepartout would win the wager! 'Henrietta' was going to start its way to Liverpool in a few hours. Abigail and Jean were sat at the table, in anticipation of finally getting some rest and drinks, when Phileas suddenly announced an unexpected decision — leaving the ferry. While Fix was confused, Passepartout knew he went to wait under the clock for a dame.

And indeed, Phileas rushed through the crowds, impatient. It was now or never, he had to see Estella! To tell her about his adventures and apologize for his weaknesses back then when he left her in London. 'Coward', the postcard lingered in his mind and as Phileas arrived. Now he only could wait. And hope for the best.

An hour passed, two, people came and left as Phileas paced around the hall anxiously, waiting under the clock. He didn't even care if the wager would lost, his only victory would be to see her. But hours passed, nearing his departure time, as Fogg still waited.

Just when he was about to leave, he heard a voice calling for him. Not a familiar one, though. Turning around, Phileas saw a young woman, you. You were travelling on 'Henrietta' too, and happened to know Abigail. You had read her articles and knew about Phileas' trip around the world. After meeting each other and having a warm conversation, Abigail asked you to go and bring Phileas back, you were her last hope. For some reason, she was certain he'd listen to you and come back to finish the legendary trip. You couldn't refuse.

So here you were, standing before the man you've read fantastic stories about. Trying to convince him not to quit now. Phileas raised an eyebrow, clearly not expecting anyone wanting to talk to him. He wasn't really in the mood too, not after waiting for hours just to get heartbroken once again.

"Hello, miss?" He greeted you in his usual gentlemanly manner. Will you be able to convince him just right?