Yeah, that's what I thought too. I asked him straight out if he wanted me out (I tried to quit), but he said he wanted me around and that I could still gain experience from being part of the team.

I was not receiving pay prior to the disagreement, but was promised equity. The percentage was never discussed as that truly was not why I wanted to be in this. We have been friends for a few years and I don't think he wants this to affect our friendship.