Acquiring Osborn Corporation shares?
Ben saw the message Harry sent and pondered for a moment, quickly understanding Norman's intentions.
He was even clearer than Harry about Norman Osborn's predicament.
He immediately understood that Norman intended to take this opportunity to buy back Osborn Corporation's shares and regain control of the company.
Actually, this method was very risky, because if Osborn Corporation was severely hit, it might truly never recover. In that case, Norman would essentially be bailing out the board members.
And this possibility was very high.
But Ben thought about it again and felt there was no need to worry.
Norman Osborn had started from scratch. Although his father was a great entrepreneur, his family had fallen on hard times when he was young. Osborn Corporation was something he founded later, and it could truly be described as a painstaking endeavor.
Moreover, he was a scientist himself, so starting over might not be impossible.
Thinking this, Ben even felt like taking out some funds to acquire Osborn's shares at a low price.
However, he reconsidered and still felt it was unnecessary. The future development prospects of Primus Technology would definitely surpass Osborn's. Even if he lacked confidence in himself, he had confidence in Grey Matter.
Early-stage funding still needed to be spent wisely.
"Tomorrow is the weekend, let's go find Doctor Connors and that Doctor Animo together," Peter said.
However, Ben didn't immediately agree. He had too much work on his hands right now. While finding Doctor Animo was important, establishing Primus was also very important to him.
'If only I could turn into Ditto and Echo Echo.'
He thought.
Ditto and Echo Echo were both alien heroes with cloning abilities. Although Ditto's abilities weren't very powerful, just cloning could sometimes be very helpful.
"You go look for him, I have something on Saturday," Ben said.
In his opinion, Primus's affairs were far more important than Doctor Animo. Animo was, after all, just a B-list villain. If Little Broken Watch hadn't been on cooldown last time, Ben wouldn't have let him escape.
Moreover, Animo wanted to change the genes of all living things on Earth and return the world to the prehistoric era. Even if he succeeded, Little Broken Watch's gene repair function could completely handle it. He had nothing to worry about.
'But this guy, I didn't expect him to disappear after leaving Osborn.'
Ben thought to himself.
After all, Animo was not someone who could stand being lonely. His original goal was to win prestigious awards through his research and become famous.
And almost every time he appeared, he would ostentatiously bring his mutated frogs.
But in this world, Animo was much more cautious.
Ben had been following the news on his phone, but he hadn't seen any reports related to mutated monsters. Even if he wanted to find Animo, he wouldn't know where to start.
"What do you have going on Saturday?" Peter asked back.
He noticed that Ben seemed to be overwhelmed with things to do these days.
"Sorry, Peter, my cousin is coming to watch our band's rehearsal this weekend."
Mary Jane had noticed Ben and Peter walking together earlier. She was about to walk over to say hello, swinging her vibrant red hair, when she happened to overhear Peter's question. Her face lit up with joy.
"Rehearsal? You guys?" Peter's gaze became mischievous and envious.
But before he could say anything, Ben shook his head at Mary Jane:
"Sorry Mary Jane, I actually have other things to do."
He had too many things to do these past few days and had completely forgotten about Mary Jane's invitation. Fortunately, he hadn't directly agreed at the time, so he wasn't breaking a promise now.
"Really?" Mary Jane, who had been happy for nothing, was a little disappointed but didn't say anything.
"Alright then, I guess you won't miss the school anniversary, but then you'll only see the same performance as everyone else."
Ben: ???
Explain the "different performance."
"Ahem," Ben coughed lightly and said, "Sorry, I really have something this weekend."
Ben didn't elaborate. He hadn't planned to let Peter know about the company matters yet. He intended to give the guy a surprise later when Peter really needed money or a job.
For example, going to college – it wasn't easy for poor people to get into a good university in this country. The tuition loans alone would take a long time to repay. A certain Comrade Obama didn't finish paying off his loans until he became president.
Mary Jane shook her head, indicating it was okay.
Mary Jane in this universe had a different personality from the Mary Jane in the first Spider-Man movie. She had strong self-esteem and didn't like to show any vulnerability.
Just like her fiery red hair, she gave off an impression of strength and power.
After the three parted ways, they went to their respective classrooms.
Felicia, her face full of nervousness, leaned in and whispered in Ben's ear, "Benny, do you have plans this weekend?"
Her fair face turned slightly hot, looking flushed: "I just wanted to ask, about the invit— I mean, about the study group..."
"Sorry, Felicia, I'm afraid I don't have time for the study group this weekend."
Ben shook his head and refused.
"Okay," Felicia's face showed disappointment, her fluffy blonde hair drooped, and she retreated to her seat.
Ben looked at Felicia and suddenly thought of something.
Originally, Ben was supposed to go buy equipment with Harry, but since Harry couldn't make it, he'd have to handle it himself.
However, he wasn't very knowledgeable about how to buy good equipment cheaply, nor did he have any connections.
But Felicia was different.
She might have connections, and besides, she was the daughter of the Hardy Foundation, so bringing her along might even get him a discount.
With that thought, Ben quickly called out to her.
"Wait, Felicia."
"What?" Felicia looked up in surprise.
She thought Ben had changed his mind and looked at him expectantly.
"Even though we don't have much time for the study group... " Ben paused, thinking, "I remember you're very interested in science, right?"
Felicia looked a little surprised when she heard this.
She wasn't actually interested in science, but rather in a certain person.
Still, she nodded and said, "My mom thinks science is important. She's even invested in several science labs."
Hearing this, Ben's gaze towards Felicia became more eager. "So, you also know where to buy scientific instruments or parts and materials more cheaply?"
"Buy instruments?" Felicia blinked in surprise.
How would she know that?
After all, this wasn't something she was in charge of. Even her mother just invested money and knew nothing about science.
But when faced with Ben's question, Felicia nodded vigorously without a second thought.
"Of course, I know best!"
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