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.

prioritize a person’s ability over their character, but such individuals can often be a double-edged

and a ‘winner takes

long run, such a situation is bound to do more

precisely why Bruce prioritized a person’s character over their ability when

character test

had his reasons

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

can take my word for it – just wait and

Zayne will be a free

are you saying that Mr. Wade wants to use

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

be your sister he’s

nodded in agreement, “And once your brother returns from his pilgrimage, he can resume working at

sigh, “Charlie tested your

very similar to his father’s,

fell silent for a moment, his mind

up, “Mom, I think I understand what

but only if he feels that I’ve undergone a fundamental change in

let me meddle in the Banks family’s affairs

nodded gravely, “Yes,

have

let him down once again,

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

not the same person who was desperate to inherit

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

I’ll be there