What happens to Edward after he is returned to Abilene?

After Abilene's daughter picks up Edward, Abilene rejoices. Then, she immediately removes her gold pocket watch that she wore for so many years and placed it on the little rabbits neck. Her dream had come true. She was finally reunited with her rabbit. Maggie hugged Edward and promised to never let him go. At that moment, Edward finally felt the love he was looking for.