"Debra, what you did was unacceptable. What would have happened if I weren't checking your numbers thoroughly? If you wish to earn another chance, you'll have to suffer a harsh punishment first."
"Thank you sir. Anything you want if I get another opportunity."
He stood up, moved to the other side of his desk, sat on a simple chair, and blurted, "You are going to be spanked. Lie down on my lap."
"WHAAAT?..."
"You heard me. Pretending to know what you were doing, deceiving me, and ignoring simple guidelines suggests to me you need to be less confident and more humble. There is no better way to remind you of humility than being slapped like the little brat you are."
"But sir, I am 28 now..."
He stood, walked toward the door, and said, "We are done here. Later today, I'll contact Joe and
