Ep 6. Let x=9

In Let x=9, the sixth episode of the thrilling drama series Evil's first season, we see Dr. Kristen Bouchard, a forensic psychologist, and David Acosta, a former journalist turned seminarian, investigate a series of unexplainable incidents at a prestigious Catholic school. The duo is called upon to investigate after a teacher is mysteriously pushed down the stairs and a student, who was previously diagnosed with schizophrenia, claims to be possessed by a demon.

As the investigation progresses, Kristen and David start to unravel the dark secrets of the school and its administration. They discover that the school has a secret fraternity club that holds bizarre rituals in the name of mathematics, and the number nine, which according to them is a sacred number. The members of the club believe that they can communicate with God through mathematical equations and rituals, but their beliefs come at a high cost.

The mystery deepens as a malevolent force seems to possess the students, causing them to act out of character and leading to dangerous consequences. As Kristen and David dig deeper, they discover that the malevolent entity taking hold of the school is far more sinister than they could have ever imagined.

Meanwhile, Kristen struggles with her own demons as she is haunted by visions of her estranged mother, who she believes to be possessed by a demon. Her visions become increasingly vivid, and she starts to question her own sanity, leading to an emotional breakdown.

Let x=9 is a thrilling episode that explores the themes of religion, mathematics, and the supernatural. The brilliant performances by the lead actors, Katja Herbers and Mike Colter, carry the episode forward as the audience is dragged into the dark, haunting world of the Catholic school and its twisted fraternity club.

The episode raises important questions about the nature of faith, the limits of science, and the disturbing ways in which the two can intertwine. It leaves the audience on the edge of their seats as they wait for the next episode, eager to continue the investigation and uncover the truth behind the malevolent force that has taken hold of the school.

Overall, Let x=9 is a gripping and unsettling addition to the Evil series, and a must-watch for fans of the supernatural thriller genre.