The Assignors hereby irrevocably and unconditionally assign, transfer, and deliver to the Assignee the Note and all rights and obligations of Assignors thereunder.  The parties agree and acknowledge that nothing contained in this Agreement shall relieve or terminate the obligations of Smith under the terms of the Note, including, without limitation, as an obligor under the terms of the Note for the payment of all amounts due under the terms thereof, including principal and accrued interest due thereon.