“Have you eaten yet?"

“I'm just about to."

“Well, Bart and I are planning to have dinner," Sanford said, their conversation flowing naturally, yet with an underlying sense of intimacy.

Maggie's heart softened, concerned for Sanford's well-being. She blurted out, "Don't hang out with him this afternoon. You haven't fully recovered yet.”

Sanford let out a chuckle, a hint of amusement in his voice.