If a buyout was so close, why did they raise more money?

Just in case they don't get the offer they want

If a buyout was so close, why would Warrants be sold now?

Just in case they don't get the offer they want

If a buyout was so close, why did they even go to the GSF?

Just in case they don't get the offer they want

If a buyout was so close, why would they seek development partners?

Just in case they don't get the offer they want

If a buyout was so close, why would there be clear references to licensing?

Just in case they don't get the offer they want.

Simple answer I know (but very applicable here) and I can think of several answers to each question but why bother when we know if the price is right they will sell. Isn't that true for everything?