Non-hostile Takeover

[Rodgera]

A very successful businessman had a meeting with his new son-in-law.

"I welcome you into the family," said the man. "To show you how much
we care for you, I am making you a 50-50 partner in my business. All
you have to do is go to the factory everyday and learn the operation."

The son-in-law interrupted. "I hate factories. I can't stand the noise."

"I see." replied the father-in-law, "Well, then you'll work in the
office and take charge of some of the operations."

"I hate office work," said the son-in-law. "I can;t stand being stuck
behind a desk."

"Wait a minute," said the father-in-law. "I just made you half owner
of a money-making industry, but you don't like factories, and won't
work in an office. What am I going to do with you?"

"Easy," said the son-in-law. "Buy me out."

[Christos]

I take it this could be real.