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Well when the Chief, your boss, tenderly hugs you around the shoulders like a long lost old friend, it’s at least a good sign you’re not about to get fired.
Brutus is the numero uno whipping boy. That hug is at first, affectionate. But, later, a sign of dominance. The chief doesn’t value Brutus, but can’t work without him.
It’s not so much the content of what the Chief said to Brutus, that was his humor at its finest. However, he said it with his arm around Brutus in a very “manly” affectionate way. He actually betrayed his true feelings for the big lug. He actually loves Brutus as much as we do. Though he will probably never admit it….
Renatus Profuturus Frigeridus Premium Member almost 2 years ago
Brutus works way too much for what he gets paid.
Ahuehuete almost 2 years ago
Brutus should get a job at Consolidated Cozies, then watch the boss change his tune!
The Reader Premium Member almost 2 years ago
He is a gold standard example. ’Don’t do it like Brutus.’
KA7DRE Premium Member almost 2 years ago
Veeblefester sure is a bright ray of sunshine !
The dude from FL Premium Member almost 2 years ago
Could Brutus be used as a tax write off?
GROG Premium Member almost 2 years ago
Brutus is one employee who’s not the company’s greatest asset.
dcdete. almost 2 years ago
Well when the Chief, your boss, tenderly hugs you around the shoulders like a long lost old friend, it’s at least a good sign you’re not about to get fired.
nosirrom almost 2 years ago
Brutus’ greatest contribution to the company will occur when he leaves.
Jeff0811 almost 2 years ago
If my boss were to hug me like that I would have mixed feelings. I wouldn’t know whether to enjoy it, or report her to HR.
Justanolddude Premium Member almost 2 years ago
That’s why I write your payroll off as Entertainment.
preacherman Premium Member almost 2 years ago
Brutus is the numero uno whipping boy. That hug is at first, affectionate. But, later, a sign of dominance. The chief doesn’t value Brutus, but can’t work without him.
Chris almost 2 years ago
but he must still be good for something since he hasn’t fired him yet. :D
djtenltd almost 2 years ago
WOW!! Veeblefester walked him right into that one!
djtenltd almost 2 years ago
@Renatus Profuturus Frigeridus- That’s because Brutus has a low self esteem. Anyone else would’ve hatted up a long time ago!
Just-me almost 2 years ago
Brutus, it is as Pope states:
“Dam’n with faint praise, assent with civil leer,
And without sneering, teach the rest to sneer;
Willing to wound, and yet afraid to strike
Just hint a fault, and hesitate dislike."
— “Epistle to Dr Arbuthnot”
CorkLock almost 2 years ago
At least Brutus is noticed. Better than a rap sheet, police station down town.
V45mikky almost 2 years ago
scapegoat
rhpii almost 2 years ago
The old saying: “Love me, hate me, just don’t ignore me” needs to be rewritten.
ladykat Premium Member almost 2 years ago
Brutus puts up with the chief’s nastiness.
raybarb44 almost 2 years ago
It’s not so much the content of what the Chief said to Brutus, that was his humor at its finest. However, he said it with his arm around Brutus in a very “manly” affectionate way. He actually betrayed his true feelings for the big lug. He actually loves Brutus as much as we do. Though he will probably never admit it….
MuddyUSA Premium Member almost 2 years ago
At least he had his arm around Brutus’ shoulder.
kathleenhicks62 almost 2 years ago
In other words he is the plugger of the company.
andersjg Premium Member almost 2 years ago
Watch his other hand. He might be after Brutus’ wallet.
Buckeye67 almost 2 years ago
Brutus tell Veeblefester that his mouthwash ain’t making it.
KyleDrumann almost 2 years ago
No jury would convict.
ArcticFox Premium Member almost 2 years ago
Rancid, as do most bosses, excels at fake comradely compassion.
Brent Rosenthal Premium Member almost 2 years ago
Chief is actually smiling around Brutus? And sorta hugging him? .What the heck?!?! Has he been drinking????
Brent Rosenthal Premium Member almost 2 years ago
Brutus should hope RV doesn’t read today’s Farcus and get any ideas.
T... almost 2 years ago
Brutus thinks,“Unwanted physical contact, harassment?, should I get a lawyer?”…
heathcliff2 almost 2 years ago
Beware whenever he wants to hug.
Walter Parmantie Premium Member almost 2 years ago
Moonkey Premium Member almost 2 years ago
At first glance, I thought I was in the wrong comic as they looked so happy and Bossman has a sort of smile going on there.
edstiles almost 2 years ago
The Sansom’s have obviously been listening to the song “You Pick Me Up Just to Put Me Down”
Charlie Fogwhistle almost 2 years ago
If the Chief ever decides to expand the company’s products beyond Tea Cozies, Gas Lighting would be a logical addition.