Chapter 2084

Shannon had originally come out of curiosity, having heard that Maeric had invited a revered mystic master to the residence. In a time and place rich with spiritual energy, even an average practitioner would likely wield considerable power. As the two passed one another, the mystic master barely spared her a glance before shifting his gaze away and continuing without pause. Hiding behind Shannon, Serelith watched him go. Her initial tension and fear had faded into confusion. She couldn't help but ask quietly, "He didn't notice me, Shannon. Is he a fraud?" The thought of the Ignis family hiring a conman made Serelith realize that they weren't all that exceptional. Shannon replied, "It wasn't that he didn't; he simply couldn't. I've temporarily contracted you as my ghost servant, so I've masked your presence and grudge energy." Even so, a true, capable master would've been able to detect her presence, even if her ghastly energy had been concealed. It seemed the mystic master wasn't