John went to talk to his manager. He'd been working in the company for three years and had never had an increase in his salary. John had discussed the matter with his wife and they had both agreed that if John wasn't given more money, he would quit his job. "Prices have gone up in the last three years," John told the manager. "I have difficulties and I simply need more money." John had expected the manager to be sympathetic under the , but he was in for an unpleasant surprise. "Are you planning to if you don't get what you want?" asked the manager. "Yes," said John. "I am." "Well," said the manager. "Goodbye, then!