After wrapping up the negotiations with Buffon and Pirlo, Richard shifted his full attention to the next major item on his agenda: Netscape's IPO.
Trailing behind him were Marina Granovskaia and Karren Brady, both of whom had personally requested to accompany him on this trip to Silicon Valley, United States.
Richard agreed, recognizing the value of exposing them to the kind of high-level financial maneuvering that few had ever witnessed firsthand.
KNOCK KNOCK KNOCK.
In his private office suite in Illinois, a knock echoed softly through the quiet room.
This office had been set up by both Clark and Andreessen for Richard—a gesture of respect from the only one willing to help them in their struggle against NCSA. Though Richard rarely used the space, it stood as a symbol of their trust and partnership.
"Who is it?" Richard called out.
"Mr. Clark and his team have arrived."
"Let them in."
