C42 Problems with Moral Conduct

As he approached the door, he paused and turned to inquire, "Old Master Wei, I've been wondering, Qiu Zhaoyang and Chen Min appear more competent. Why didn't you consider them earlier?"

The elder replied with a weighty tone, "Young man, let me share a timeless truth with you: if one's character is flawed, no amount of ability can compensate for that