George (the employee): Knock. Knock. You wanted to see me boss?
Boss: Yes, George. Why don't you shut the door behind you and take a seat.
George: Is something wrong? You look down... oh no... you found out what the guys have been calling you around the office. It's just a joke man don't take it so seriously. But to be honest, it wouldn't kill you to wear a little extra deodorant if you know what I mean.
Boss: What? No, that's not why I called you in here. And what about the guys in the office?
George: Oh nothing, nothing. Anyways...the reason you called me into your office...?
Boss: Oh umm yes. Well you see George, the other executives and I feel that we need to make some changes around here
George: Don't tell me your getting rid of Thai Food Tuesdays?!
Boss: No George, we're not changing that. We were thinking of making changes more so to personnel.
George: Aha... gotchya...your looking to fire some people.
Boss: Yes, George.
George: Who is it? Is it Ashley down in Human Resources. You know I had a feeling she was gonna be let go soon.
Boss: Ummm, no. We were actually thinking of someone in the marketing department.
George: But there's only three of us down there. And you can't fire Steve. I mean, sure he disregards the dress code of Casual Friday's by still wearing a suit and tie, but come on, not everyone can be as cool as me and make every day Casual Friday. Plus, he's a good guy.
Boss: I know he's a good guy, but we're not firing him.
George: Then you're firing Bert? Oh God not Bert! How could you do this to him? The guy's been with the company for over forty years and this is how you repay him? I know he's old and all, but gosh man, have a heart!
Boss: George, I would never think of firing Bert, he's a great employee.
George: Well then why did you tell me you were firing someone in marketing? Grimaces. Ohhhhhh...I see what you're doing.
Boss: You do? Because I di....
George: Sure I do. You're getting me back for starting your nickname around the office. See, I told the guys you could take a joke. And you had me all worried that you were going to fire Steve and Bert. HAHA! Good one you old jokester!
Boss: ...
George: Well, it's been real fun man, but I have to go before all the good cupcakes in the conference room are gone. I'll catch up with you tomorrow morning. Actually I'll drop by in the afternoon, I'm thinking of sleeping in tomorrow. Anyways, see ya sweat-stains.
