As it sometimes happens, I actually have a next day update. An HR representative organized a meeting from one day to the next, and iterated in no uncertain term

As it sometimes happens, I actually have a next day update. An HR representative organized a meeting from one day to the next, and iterated in no uncertain terms that they will not negotiate any severance and the only result for my actions is dismissal. All one needs to know about loyalty from a company. :)