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.

character, but such individuals can often

results, two people with bad intentions and a ‘winner takes all’ mentality can

the long run, such a situation is bound to do more

precisely why Bruce prioritized a person’s character over their

test was

reasons for allowing Kairi to put

if Zayne can figure out what those reasons are and meet Charlie’s test standards,

can take my word for it – just wait

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let me meddle in the

gravely, “Yes,

have

let him down once again, he

firm and unwavering,

same person who was desperate to inherit the

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

I’ll be