MAXINE

Dennis was beyond appalled by Liam's suggestion. "Surely you must be kidding," he stuttered, letting out a nervous chuckle.

"Do I look like I tell jokes?" Liam replied with all seriousness.

The smile left Dennis’ face and he frowned, looking at Liam. I could feel the tension in the air from these two men. I had to step in.

"Not destroy it, per se," I began, stepping between them. "Just hide it, so no one can ever find it for the rest of eternity."

Dennis looked at me. "That's ...