“I'm attending a business dinner tonight. I'll be late."

He was still keeping her informed about his schedule.

The sentiment was new and heartwarming.

A faint smile tugged at her Lips as Rosalynn responded, “Okay.”

She then dialed Karina back.

The call connected swiftly.

“Rosalynn, I'm at Royarid Club. Join me for a drink." Karina's voice sounded rough and strained.

Rosalynn's brows furrowed slightly.

“Have you been crying?"

“We'll talk when you get here. I'll wait for you." Karina didn't elaborate further and ended the call.

Rosalynn was mildly concerned, suspecting that something unpleasant had occurred.

Perhaps a disagreement with Virgil.

Otherwise, Karina wouldn't have been reduced to tears.

“Rosalynn, are we ready to leave?"

Maggie approached her.

Rosalynn gathered her belongings and said, "Maggie, something's come up. I won't be heading back right now. You can go on without me."

Maggie nodded, watching her leave, uncertain of what to do next.

After a moment's thought, she texted Sanford.

"Sanford, are you coming home for dinner?"

His reply came quickly.

“I have a social obligation. Have dinner on your own.”

Maggie glanced at the phone and nodded to herself.