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

with bad intentions and a ‘winner takes all’ mentality can never create a situation that’s mutually

such a situation is

is precisely why Bruce prioritized a person’s character over

test was

must have had his reasons for allowing Kairi

those reasons are and meet Charlie’s test standards,

for it – just wait and

the wedding on the 8th, Zayne will be a free

as he exclaimed, “Mom, are

her gaze intense, “Perhaps he doesn’t

be your

brother returns from his pilgrimage, he can resume

with a sigh, “Charlie tested

is very similar to his father’s, he’s

fell silent for a

I think I understand what

responsibilities, but only if

me meddle in

“Yes, that’s

mustn’t have any other

him down once again, he might never give

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

who was

life, we must never disappoint ourselves or

me in the future, I’ll be there for her