As Esh has been pointing out there is a distinct possibility that RMS get control of EXU but not the 90% needed for compulsory acquisition .In this scenario EXU continues as a listed company and of course the money to be payed to ALK is owed by the company .(Board changes of course .)
Well , would be anyway as a full takeover takes time .
RMS has said they're prepared to lend money to keep EXU solvent .
Doesn't seem in anyones interests to gift the money to ALK .