บท 200: Passage Rune

"Nexus," Liang spoke through clenched teeth, bitterness tainting his tone. "The renowned haven for runic cultivation. Even those in the Runic Mastery Realm cannot breach its defenses without a passage rune."

Dong Rui exhaled inwardly, relieved that Liang had some semblance of knowledge about Nexus. It meant she could bypass the basics and delve straight into her proposal.

With a serious tone, Dong Rui addressed Liang, "If you desire to enter Nexus, I have a means to grant you the qualifications."

As Dong Rui's words sank in, Liang's narrowed eyes reflected his frustration. Why couldn't she simply provide him with the passage rune or guarantee his entrance?