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Jobs stated his thoughts directly, and it was a major proposal involving the core interests of both parties.

Upon hearing Jobs' words, Markula smiled and nodded, his eyes full of anticipation.

However, Henry's response was unexpected: "Sorry, we are very grateful for Apple's interest in Dreamsoft, but the company's future is uncertain at the moment, and we are not considering any form of equity transaction."

Reversing the Heavenly Gang!

How dare Apple covet a stake in Dreamsoft?

That Heng guy even wants Apple shares!

If it weren't for the opportunity to make a fortune this year, Henry would have liked to invest in Apple now.

The other party actually wants to turn the tables?

That's incredibly arrogant!

"Our goal is to build an independent software company, which requires our full commitment and to maintain strategic consistency and independence."

At this stage, any form of equity change could affect the company's long-term plans and development.

Jobs and Markkula exchanged a glance, their expressions slightly different, and they reached a kind of consensus in silence.

Then, Jobs smiled slightly and said, "Henry, we understand your position!"

After all, every founder has a special affection and vision for the company they create.

However, we still hope that at some point in the future, both sides will find an opportunity for deeper cooperation.

Apple firmly believes that strong partnerships create greater value.

"Of course," Henry nodded. "The doors of Dream Software will definitely open to Apple in the future, and we also look forward to growing together with the leaders in the technology industry and creating the future of the industry together."

But before that, we hope to prove our worth and potential through our own efforts.

"Okay, let's continue our previous topic!"

The atmosphere in the meeting room gradually became serious, and the conversation shifted to more specific details of the cooperation.

The discussion covered the software's distribution channels, technical support, marketing plans, and how to ensure that Apple users can seamlessly experience the innovative features of the Dream software.

As time went on, the tension in the meeting room gradually dissipated, replaced by a pragmatic and hopeful atmosphere of cooperation.

Just as the two sides were about to finalize the final details of the cooperation, an Apple executive broke the silence and asked a seemingly simple but profound question: "Henry, I must admit, I am very surprised that you were able to create such high-quality software in such a short period of time!"

Could you please tell us how you did this?

"hehe!"

Hearing this question, Henry smiled slightly, a strange light flickering in his eyes: "Actually, it's not a secret at all!"

"The reason we were able to create this little miracle is simply because we have a talented and passionate team. They are not only technically skilled, but more importantly, they have a deep passion for software and a pursuit of perfection."

Together, we've created an environment brimming with passion and innovation, where inspiration and technology collide and spark.

"In addition, we adopted the advanced methodology of 'Agile development'."

This approach allows us to iterate rapidly in a short period of time, continuously optimize the product, and ensure that every line of code has been thoroughly refined to the highest standard.

In this way, we can bring the best products to users as quickly as possible.

"Oh, Henry, I really envy you having such a perfect team."

Mike Markkula nodded in approval after hearing this, saying, "Your 'Agile Development' process sounds very appealing. We also hope to learn from your experience and try to implement it within Apple."

Henry's smile was warm and sincere: "We are very happy to share our experience with everyone."

In the technology industry, knowledge sharing is key to driving the entire industry forward.

We can organize a technical exchange meeting where Apple's technical team and our team can have in-depth discussions. Perhaps you can find inspiration for your own path to innovation.

Jobs' eyes also began to gleam with excitement, and he agreed without hesitation: "Henry, that's a brilliant suggestion."

We look forward to engaging with your team and exploring the future of software development together.

The scene appeared peaceful;

But every Apple executive knew perfectly well that Henry's previous remarks were utter nonsense.

Henry himself was well aware that the other party could see through his nonsense.

But who would point it out on the spot?

This delicate balance is one that no one will easily break.

Apple's current focus remains on its IPO preparations, and breaking through this barrier would offer no real benefit other than potentially losing a powerful ally.

Therefore, whether it was Jobs, Markkula, or other Apple executives, they all chose to maintain this superficial harmony. After all, in business, long-term cooperation is often more important than short-term wins and losses.

When the meeting concluded successfully, Henry shook hands with each of Apple's top executives and said goodbye, watching their convoys drive away into the distance.

Standing by the window, he took a deep breath, gazed into the distance, and silently made a vow: "Let my beautiful dreams soar freely!"

Meanwhile, on their way back to Apple headquarters, Jobs, Markkula, and Wozniak fell into deep thought.

The quiet atmosphere inside the car contrasted sharply with the lively discussion inside the conference room.

Jobs' mind replayed his conversation with Henry Getty, especially the latter's resolute gaze when he refused the equity deal.

"Steve, what do you think?"

Markula broke the silence, turning his head to look at Jobs on his right.

Jobs smiled slightly, his eyes revealing profound wisdom: "Henry is a smart young man with a long-term vision and great ambition."

Although he rejected us this time, I believe that Dreamsoft and Apple will have more interactions in the future.

We need to be patient, observe their growth, and be prepared for potential competition.

“Yes,” Markula nodded in agreement, “we cannot ignore the potential of Dream Software.”

Their software is of high quality, and their pricing strategy is aggressive; the market response will undoubtedly be incredibly enthusiastic.

We must find a way to ensure Apple's leadership in the software ecosystem.

"It's a pity he comes from the Getty family!"

"Methods outside the market are almost ineffective against him; we can only cooperate and compete with him within the legal framework."

Apple is now completely caught in a psychological battle. On the one hand, they are eager to gain a monopoly on the market through cooperation.

On the other hand, they also understood that trying to unilaterally control the Dream software was almost an impossible task.

Henry's attitude was too firm, leaving Apple with absolutely no room for negotiation.