You Fired Me, Now Your Empire Burns
The shopping app I led the development of was successfully launched and generated $100 million in sales. The company promised a $2 million bonus.
But on payday, my $2 million bonus went straight into the hands of the new intern.
Shocked, I figured accounting made a mistake and marched straight into the CEO’s office.
“Mr. Miller, did you guys make a mistake with the $2 million bonus?” I asked, trying to keep my voice steady.
Ethan Miller didn’t even bother to look up.
“Ms. Bennett, I’ve looked into it,” he said coolly. “Most of the core work for the project was done by Chloe Davis. She worked late into the night and even spent weekends in the office—while you? You finish your work, play on your phone, and leave on the dot. It’s all about the attitude.”
I almost laughed, but it was more out of anger than amusement.
“Chloe is just an intern,” I shot back. “Does she even know the entire project?”
“That's enough!” Ethan cut me off, his voice sharpening as he lifted a hand. “The company’s decision is final. I’ve seen everyone’s performance, including yours. If you don't like it, there's the door.”
With that, he tossed a resignation letter onto the desk.
My heart dropped to my stomach, and I signed it right then and there.
Before I left, I turned and threw a final remark over my shoulder.
“Mr. Miller, if anything goes wrong in the future, just go ask Chloe since she loves working overtime so much. Leave me out of it,” I said, my tone icy.
He chuckled, completely dismissive.
“Fine by me,” he replied.