Chapter 55

"Frederick? What the hell are you still doing here?" As soon as Ivan saw him, his anger exploded. "We're having an executive-level discussion. What's a low-level employee like you doing here? Get out!"

"Mr. Graham, you call that a conversation? Sounds more like workplace harassment to me. According to company policy, that's a fireable offense!" Frederick shot back, standing his ground.

Ivan felt cornered and reluctantly backed down.

Eva breathed out relieved. She gave Frederick a grateful look.

Ivan quickly switched to a friendly smile and said, "Eva, I was just joking earlier. No hard feelings, right? Now, let Master Deacon help you to ward off the evil spirits. You'll be feeling better in no time."

Eva agreed out of respect for her superior, though reluctantly.

Deacon approached. With one hand, he checked her pulse while stroking his goatee.

He said solemnly, "Ms. Presley, you've encountered some evil spirits recently. That's why the evil aura has evaded your body, and you've