Sanford lifted his glass and drank it.

Rosalynn reciprocated with a sip of her wine, signaling her acceptance of his apology.

The four of them began to eat. Brian picked up food for Rosalynn and asked, "Sanford, has your mother given her blessing to your relationship with Maggie?"

A hint of unease flickered across Sanford's otherwise cheerful demeanor.

"My mother hasn't been around at the hospital these days. I intend to bring Maggie to visit my parents tomorrow."