Founder Removal

"North Bridge moved to one point four billion," she said. "Your microscopic equity just became real." Ethan closed his eyes. The number was not spendable yet. It might never be. But it existed. "Congratulations," he said. "Do not sound modest. It insults both of us." His laptop chimed. Not the digest. Another message. Subject: INVITATION ACCEPTED Marcus Vale had forwarded a calendar invite for dinner. The guest list had three names. Marcus Vale. Ethan Cole. Priya Raman.