Brian delicately wiped his mouth with a tissue, then cast Sanford a smug smirk.

“Honey, I recall when Maggie departed, Karl facilitated her disappearance, correct?"

"Yes."

"It appears Karl holds genuine concern for Maggie," Brian teased.

Rosalynn's eyes sparkled with amusement as she chimed in, “Indeed, after Maggie relocated overseas, he orchestrated every detail and enlisted his acquaintances to ensure her well-being. On that note, Karl possesses both charm and skill, embodying a true gentleman. Wouldn't you agree, Maggie?"

Maggie summoned an awkward smile and cast a fleeting glance at Sanford.

Though she resisted, Rosalynn's observation held truth.

But if she were to acknowledge it, it might ignite anger in Sanford.

“Karl seems quite the catch," Brian remarked.

"Certainly," Rosalynn concurred.

Their harmony was palpable, each exchange deepening Sanford's solemn expression.

What a vengeful pair! Sanford mused it would be wise not to provoke them!

“Is he pursuing you?" Sanford inquired of Maggie.

“Absolutely not," Maggie promptly denied.

As if such a notion were feasible! There was no instance of a man being genuinely kind to a woman without motive, and true platonic bonds were nonexistent. Sanford's thoughts were tinged with bitterness.

His gaze shifted to Maggie's countenance “Maggie, before you pursue me, address your dealings with him first."

"Huh?"

Address her dealings with him?

How?

Confusion clouded Maggie's expression.