Hypocrite's Isle
“‘So where do you go from here?’ Simmons sighed. ‘I don’t know, but I do know I’m not going to give up on this. If Sutcliffe won’t put Gavin’s work in the programme, I’m definitely going to seek exposure for it elsewhere.’ ‘In which case Grumman Schalk will definitely pull the plug on the grant.’ Simmons looked at Martin questioningly. ‘What are you saying, Jack?’ Martin shrugged in a gesture of innocence. ‘I’m just making sure that you know what you’re getting yourself into. It’s not just Sutcl...iffe who desperately wants the grant, it’s the university. We’re talking big bucks here, and Old College is like a thirsty sponge when it comes to cash.’ ‘Jesus! That’s why they blocked the patent application!’ exclaimed Simmons, as if suddenly realising it. ‘It had nothing to do with them risking precious university funds. They were dancing to Grumman’s tune too.’ ‘I should think you’ll get quite a lot of fancy footwork for twenty million,’ said Martin.MoreLess
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