My boss had always been friendly, and when he invited me to his pool, I thought it was just a casual gathering. But as the evening went on, his conversation veered from friendly to personal. He brought up my career, complimented my dedication, and then said he could offer me a promotion—if I spent one night with him.

For a moment, I thought he was joking. But his expression told me he was serious. He knew I was married, that I had my family’s trust, yet he seemed to think I would set that aside for a job. I felt cornered, vulnerable, unsure of how to respond. My heart pounded, knowing that my career might be at stake.

But no matter how hard I worked for this promotion, I knew I couldn’t compromise myself. I told him I was married, that I respected my marriage and my morals. I excused myself and left, feeling shaken and betrayed. The next day, there was an uncomfortable silence between us, but I was proud to have stood my ground. Some things, I realized, are more important than a promotion.