Fan Casting Ethan Martinez in The Heir Apparent

He recently completed his MBA and secured one of the country's most competitive internships at Shaw Industries. Exceptionally bright but socially reserved, he often fades into the background among more ambitious colleagues. Rather than chasing recognition, Ethan focuses on learning and quietly proving himself through hard work. Raised by a hardworking single mother, he developed humility, discipline, and compassion early in life. Despite his intelligence, he lacks confidence in social situations and rarely believes he belongs among corporate elites. His unexpected friendship with Alyssa becomes the first time someone of influence genuinely values his company, placing him in an increasingly complicated emotional situation that challenges his moral compass.