Even if the rumour is true I doubt that it was as high a drama moment as is being portrayed. In a company of 35000+ employees the end of service machine is well lubricated. An email to the fleet manager is all that is required and the whole process kicks into gear. They do not want to know your name,how long you have been with the company or reasons for resigning. They will only want your staff number, you are then sent an exit pack by email which details all of the requirements you have to fulfill before departure.
Some people watch too much television.In an expat company the size of Emirates no one gives a sh*t if you resign. 7 Captains in one month will raise an eyebrow but that is about all. Life will go on as before.