Herman Blume: "What does Guggenheim say?"
Max Fischer: "Nothing. I felt I should go to you first."
Herman Blume: "Why?"
Max Fischer: "Because at this moment I feel our best strategy is to keep a low profile. The more preparation I can do, the stronger our case will be when we go to the administration."
Herman Blume: "How much do you want?"
Max Fischer: "$35,000 for the initial plans."
Herman Blume: "I'll give you $2,500."