How could we get through the stress of this transaction, we wondered, without resorting to little attacks on each other?

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This is achieved through a transaction through Capital One.

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Ones that are created just for this transaction, either through collusion or as a front for a bribe-payer.

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Although we would prefer to proceed through a negotiated agreement, we are fully committed to this transaction, and will take the steps necessary to complete it.

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This transaction is aligned with our long-term strategy of expanding our core businesses through organic growth and acquisitions.

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Contrast this with Amazon Marketplace and eBay, where the merchant share is treated as a pass-through and only transaction fees are recorded as revenue.

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