@mysecondself, thank you for the very thoughtful comment and upvote. :c)

I kept the precise identity of the potential partner rather intentionally opaque so that any person can think about their personal situation - what they would love to achieve and muse over whether there is a questionable entity that might prove the best bet at bringing such about. ^_^

Yes it 'could' be the devil if that floats a person's boat. I'm thinking of an entity a little more down-to-Earth, that I've mused about in the past in such a way as to have supporters of me (those who exist :cP) saying "what is he thinking?!". ;c)

My ulterior motives could potentially be fame/infamy and financial gain if I plan my approach right and this 'entity' also sees the mutually beneficial nature of the "partnership". My integrity? Depends on how things turn out.

Several tunes come to mind... :cP

May you be and remain well also!