Betrayed, But Not Defeated novel Chapter 194

Daniel came to the Ashcroft family's ancestral burial grounds. The area had become more desolate since the last explosion, leaving only a memorial hall alone in its ruined state.

It was totally empty inside.

Because of what Cody had left behind, this place had been thoroughly searched time and again, yet no one had found anything.

Daniel signed softly looking at the devastated hall. "Don't worry, Dad. I'll restore the memorial hall to its former glory soon," he murmured and placed his hand on the altar.

As his fingers traced the scratches on the surface, a flood of childhood memories surfaced. He recalled the times Cody had brought him here, though the memory was hazy.

In his mind, Cody had gazed at him with warmth as his lips moved soundlessly.

Just then, a sudden surge of spiritual energy erupted from within the table. Daniel's eyes widened in shock at the sight.

As he recalled Cody's cryptic words deep within his memories, he realized the Ashcroft family was far more mysterious than he'd ever imagined!

Otherwise, why would there be such an advanced spiritual energy lock embedded in the memorial hall?

His gaze fixed on the swirling currents before him, and a flicker of astonishment flashed in his eyes. "It's the Energy-Driven Lock! No wonder no one has been able to find what Dad left behind!"

Such locks were common in other worlds, but it was beyond most people's recognition in this world. That was why Daniel was so surprised.

Reaching out, he gently touched the Energy-Driven Lock. It was soft like clouds in the sky, and as he pressed down, the lock recoiled before coiling around his hand. A sharp sting followed.

Blood trickled from his fingertip, and the Energy-Driven Lock turned blood red.

A radiant golden light burst forth and illuminated the entire ruined memorial hall with dazzling brilliance.

If not for this, a ruthless man like Omari would never have allowed a fool to live for so long. He'd most likely been waiting for Daniel to wake up and retrieve the genetic longevity formula himself. That was why they'd make their move!

A golden light surged, and a pendant appeared in Daniel's palm. It was in the shape of a blood droplet and was exquisitely crafted.

The moment his fingers brushed against it, the pendant emitted a sharp click, and a needle as fine as a strand of hair shot out to pierce his skin.

Then, the pendant transformed into a USB drive.

Daniel's lips curled in bitter amusement. Cody had been cautious enough to add another layer of protection.

That USB drive had driven countless people mad with greed, and it was the very cause of the Ashcroft family's downfall.

As he clutched the USB tightly, a fierce glint flashed in his eyes. "Omari, let's see if you'll show yourself this time."