Bill's eyes widened, and any mellowing effects the seaweed would have on his personality diminished instantly.
He smiled broadly.
"Finally! I was this close to getting someone else for the job, but I'm glad you finally accepted."
Someone else? Was that Bill's way of keeping Liam humble or what?
He didn't let Bill get the wrong idea.
"I'm ready for the briefing. I need to make sure I'm ready for the job before anything. Especially if it's going to take any longer than a week."
Bill looked a tad disappointed.
He probably wanted to get the mission over as fast as possible, just to get one up over his corporate competitor… but Liam was not one to rush, especially in matters of importance.
Turning his back, Bill spoke over his shoulder with a cautious, heavy voice.
"Alright. Come with me. I'll show it to you."
Liam nodded, then followed Bill into an underground passage.