Boss' Heartless Reply to Employee's Request for Time Off to Visit Dying Grandfather

An employee shared her boss's heartless response after she asked for a day off to visit her dying grandfather in the hospital. The boss dismissed her request, stating that it wouldn't work because it was a week before Christmas. He then followed up with a message telling her not to bother coming in, leading her to believe she was fired. Some criticized the employee for providing too much information, while others questioned the boss's strict policy and lack of empathy.