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.

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

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

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

is precisely why Bruce prioritized a person’s character over their

test

forward, her expression serious, “Charlie must have had his reasons for allowing Kairi to

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

my word for

Zayne will be a free man

was evident as he exclaimed, “Mom, are

“Perhaps

be your sister

your brother returns from his pilgrimage, he can

a sigh, “Charlie tested your brother, most likely because of you,

similar to his father’s, he’s extremely

silent for a moment, his

“Mom, I think I understand what Mr. Wade

shoulder her responsibilities, but only if he feels that I’ve undergone a

meddle in the Banks

gravely, “Yes, that’s

you mustn’t have any

him down once again, he might never give you

forth without hesitation, his tone firm and unwavering, “Mom, you don’t have

person who was desperate to

me that in life, we must never disappoint

future, I’ll be there for her with all my

I won’t fight for a share of the family

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