What phrase does May's note include as a directive to August and June?

• A. Don't mess it up.
• B. Be patient.
• C. Keep silent.
• D. Move forward together.

Answer: (A)

The note centers on a blunt, protective directive. May wants August and June to handle the situation with care and precision, because any mistake could have serious consequences for Lily and everyone involved. That urgency and practicality come through in the exact phrase “Don’t mess it up,” which is a firm, short command to execute things smoothly and stay on plan.

The other options don’t fit that same sense of urgency and caution. “Be patient” suggests waiting, not the push to act carefully. “Keep silent” focuses on secrecy alone, which isn’t the broader instruction May is giving. “Move forward together” emphasizes unity, but it doesn’t carry the specific warning to avoid mistakes. So the directive that best matches May’s intent is the one about not messing it up.