"Ashley, you're going to be working in this industry too. Why make things so unpleasant? You wouldn't want your new employer to hear anything wrong about you during a background check, would you"
I paused.
"Are you threatening me?"
Annie smiled. "What threat? Don't make it sound so unpleasant. If you don't agree, I'll have to write something unpleasant on your resignation letter. Don't make it difficult for me."
Although I believe I have a good reputation in the industry, I don't want any blemishes on my record.
Besides, as a woman approaching thirty with a heavy family burden, competing for a living in a male-dominated field was already more challenging than usual.
Having a tarnished resume would definitely be detrimental.
I had to admit that while the tactic was disgusting, it had effectively cornered me.
It seemed like Billy, who was still texting someone, had received some expert advice.
With a raised eyebrow, he regained his arrogance.
"Ashley, you've been with the company for a long time. Considering your years of service, I'll give you two months' severance.