The Charismatic Charlie Wade

Fitz’s confusion was etched all over his face as he gazed at his mother.

“Test?” he repeated uncertainly, “Mom, what do you mean?”

Deana’s expression was grave as she responded, “Charlie’s visit today has a singular purpose, Fitz.

He’s here to ask you a question, and your response will determine if you’re ready to put an end to this journey of yours.”

Fitz furrowed his brow in confusion, “What exactly is Mr. Wade planning to test me for? Is it a test of my sincerity?”

Deana nodded gravely, “In a way, yes.

Charlie’s behavior and demeanor remind me a lot of his father, Bruce.

Though I don’t know Charlie well, I knew Bruce intimately.

He was a unique leader in that he didn’t prioritize a person’s background when employing them.

Rather, he placed utmost importance on their character.”

Deana paused for a moment before continuing, her voice tinged with somberness.

“In Bruce’s eyes, a person’s power and influence don’t matter if their conduct is subpar.

He wouldn’t associate himself with individuals like that, let alone consider them for a career opportunity…”

“Sadly, many people today don’t share this view.

They have malicious intentions and are only interested in using and discarding others to extract their ability and value.

ability over their character, but such

bad intentions and

the long run, such a situation is bound

why Bruce prioritized a person’s character over their

test was the first

have had his reasons for allowing Kairi to

out what those reasons are and meet Charlie’s test standards, he’ll be granted

my word for it – just

Zayne will

exclaimed, “Mom, are you saying that Mr.

her head, her gaze intense, “Perhaps he doesn’t want to

your

“And once your brother returns from his pilgrimage, he can resume working

a sigh, “Charlie tested your brother, most

similar

silent for a moment,

up, “Mom, I think I understand what

responsibilities, but only

won’t let me meddle in the Banks family’s affairs

nodded gravely, “Yes,

have

you let him down once again, he might never

his tone firm and unwavering, “Mom, you don’t have to

person who was

taught me that in life, we must never disappoint ourselves or

in the future, I’ll be