Eventually, the day came when the king decided to return home. It was agreed that not only Phra Aphai Mani had but also Sin Samutr would go on the ship. They all said goodbye to the hermit. Then Phra Aphai Mani had to Break the news to the mermaid. He went down to the brach and called on her. The mermaid knew that her beloved husband was going back home. He gave the mermaid a ring, telling her to give it to their child. Phra Aphai Mani and the mermaid then parted in a tearful farewell.