The bust had just been announce officially and notices had gone out notifying the staff that layoffs would be in affect. The five senior engineering designers were informed that only one would be remaining with the firm. As the youngest I naturally assumed that my tenure with the firm was at an end. With a young child, a new house and a stay at home wife and no prospect of picking up another job I had no idea what I was going to do.
Keith had requested that we met with him, one at a time, to discuss our futures with the firm and I anxiously awaited my turn. Bill was the first designer interviewed and as he exited Keith’s office we all gathered around hoping to glean some information before we went in. He told us that Keith had asked him if there was any thing that would set him apart from the rest of us so that he would remain. Bill could think of nothing special and was informed that he would be laid off.
As the interview with Bob commenced I sat and tried to think of my own answer to that question and realized that there was no good response. Free overtime, there wouldn’t be enough work to warrant overtime. No bonus, without work bonuses would be cancelled. Longer hours, we would be lucky to work a regular week and receive a reducing in our salary. As Bob came out he informed us that he was asked the same question and was being laid off. His only other comment was that Keith was acting a little strange. With that and a great deal of trepidation I entered Keith’s office and closed the door.
Keith was about 45 years old, tall, good looking and known for his relaxed nature and sense of humour. Keith began by going over my years with the firm and the work I had carried out. As he spoke he slowly moved around his office finally setting on his desk not more than two feet in front of me. As he sat down and opened his legs slightly I could not help but notice the bulge in his crotch. Once settled he asked me what I could offer that would set me apart from the others. Oddly he moved his hands down his thighs as he spoke, pulling the fabric of his pants tighter and making it quite obvious that he was erect.
I was stunned as I watched his hands moving on his thighs. My mind sifted through possible answers only to discard them. At the same time images of my family and the possibility of ruin dominated my thinking. What was I going to do? As my mind raced I could not help but stare at Keith’s crotch and his hard cock. It must be obvious to him that I could see it. Or was that his plan? If so why? Then it hit me that he may be looking for what I could offer him and not the company. I had to admit that I had thought about other men now and then but nothing seriously. Did I really need this job that badly and what if I was wrong? If I was he would fire me anyway.