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.

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

they can deliver short-term results, two people with bad intentions and a

situation is bound to

a person’s character over their ability

the character test

must have had his reasons for allowing Kairi to put your father

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

for it – just wait and

Zayne

evident as he exclaimed, “Mom, are you

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

be your sister he’s

“And once your brother returns from his pilgrimage, he

a sigh, “Charlie tested

similar to his father’s,

silent for a

he spoke up, “Mom, I think I understand what Mr. Wade wants from

grounded and help Zara shoulder her responsibilities, but only if he feels that I’ve undergone

me meddle in the Banks family’s affairs

nodded gravely, “Yes,

have any

down once again, he might never give you

words poured forth without hesitation, his tone firm and unwavering, “Mom,

not the same person who was desperate to inherit the

in life, we must never

future, I’ll be there for