Chapter 1606: 1606 **Chapter 1606: If You Don’t Have Enough Merits, Go Earn Them** To become a fifth-level rune master, one must master ten advanced runes and have 1000 points of Divine City merits. Lin Xu Shan said, "Rune Master Lin, now that you have joined the Rune Master Association, if you want to advance, you just need to enter the Human Emperor Network to participate in the verification." "In the Human Emperor Network, our Rune Master Association has its own section, which you can visit anytime." "If you need to look up any information, you can also go there. Most of the information is available, except for a few rare copies." "With Rune Master Lin’s ability, becoming a fifth-level rune master should not be a problem." Lin Moyu nodded, "I still lack some Divine City merits." To purchase the Faith Array, Lin Moyu had used up most of his Divine City merits, leaving only 355 points. However, for rune masters, it only matters that you have had the required amount of Divine City merits at some point in time; it doesn’t matter if you currently have them. This is similar to the level upgrades and point permissions in the Divine City. The amount of Divine City merits you have generally indicates how much you have contributed to the Divine City. Clearing secret realms is equivalent to contributing to the Divine City, which earns you Divine City merits. After deducting what he had used, Lin Moyu had accumulated a total of 860 points of Divine City merits. So, he only needed to earn another 140 points of Divine City merits. For others, earning 140 points of Divine City merits is not easy. A single task might reward 10 points, 20 points, or at most 30 points. At least several tasks would be needed to earn 140 points of Divine City merits. But what if he could clear another secret realm? Lin Moyu had an idea, "Elder Xu, the nearest secret realm to this place is the Jinhui Secret Realm, right?" Xu Shan said, "There are two secret realms near the 12301 star system. One of them is too dangerous and requires a God Sovereign to enter." "The other one, which is relatively safer, is the Jinhui Secret Realm. As long as you are above the God King level, you can enter." "However, even though it is considered safe, people still die inside. Rune Master Lin, if you go, you must be careful and prepare an escape talisman first." Xu Shan sincerely advised. Without delay, Lin Moyu, thinking about the rune blade, immediately connected to the Human Emperor Network and opened the task list. Several tasks appeared before him. Most of these tasks were point-based tasks, which were simple and relatively safe. One task was to go to the 301 Ancient Battlefield and hunt an evil spirit. This task rewarded 5000 points. For a True God, this task was somewhat challenging, but with effort, it could be completed. There were also tasks to go to resource stars and find specific materials. These tasks were very safe but offered low rewards, generally around 1000 points. There were two tasks that could earn Divine City merits, both involving secret realms. One task for the Feixue Secret Realm was grayed out, meaning it could not be selected or viewed. The reason was that Lin Moyu’s realm was not high enough. The minimum requirement for the Feixue Secret Realm task was Lesser God Sovereign, but it was not recommended. It was recommended to attempt it after reaching the God Sovereign level, indicating that it was very dangerous for a Lesser God Sovereign. The other task that could be taken was for the Jinhui Secret Realm. This secret realm was relatively safe, and those above the God King level but below the Lesser God Sovereign level could enter. From the task requirements, it seemed safer than the Poison Bee Secret Realm. But this was not absolute; there might still be undiscovered dangers inside. After experiencing the Poison Bee Secret Realm, Lin Moyu understood one thing. In the secret realms of the Divine City, anything could happen. Past experiences might not always be effective. Ultimately, one had to rely on their own adaptability. He also gradually understood why the Human Emperor Network did not publish strategies for the secret realms. If there were strategies, and everyone followed them, the tasks would lose their meaning. Exploration would become monotonous, and progress would slow down significantly. For the entire human race, this would be harmful. So, to increase the challenge, the Human Emperor Network chose not to publish strategies. At most, some information would be passed around by word of mouth, but it wouldn’t be widely known. Lin Moyu accepted the Jinhui Secret Realm task. **Divine City Task: Explore the Jinhui Secret Realm.** **Enter the Jinhui Secret Realm and collect Jinhui Stones.** **Restrictions: Only those above the God King level and below the Lesser God Sovereign level can enter.** **Completion Requirements: Collect ten Jinhui Stones.** **Task Reward: 10 points of Divine City merits, no penalty for failure.** **Note: Do not forcibly collect Jinhui Stones before they are detached, as it will be dangerous.** **There is a Jinhui Spring in the Jinhui Secret Realm. Do not drink from it inside the secret realm, as it will be dangerous.** **You can use Divine City merits to purchase an escape talisman. If you encounter danger, you can use the escape talisman to leave the secret realm.** After reading the task details, Lin Moyu thought of the Jinhui Spring he had just drunk. The Jinhui Spring contained specks of golden light, making it excellent for brewing tea. It enhanced the tea’s aroma without overpowering it. The Jinhui Spring could be drunk, just not inside the secret realm. Once brought out, it was safe to drink. However, Lin Moyu knew that the task information only represented the first stage of the Jinhui Secret Realm. The second stage would not be revealed in the task details. Let alone the possible third stage. The Jinhui Secret Realm was likely not easy to clear; otherwise, it wouldn’t still exist. With the task accepted, Lin Moyu planned to set off. Before leaving, he wanted to ask Wang Xing about the Jinhui Secret Realm. More information is always better. After bidding farewell to Xu Shan, who was indifferent to the Rune Master Association being struck by lightning, even calling it an honor, Lin Moyu returned to the Wang family. In Wang Xing’s courtyard, Lin Moyu asked, "Senior Brother Wang, can you tell me about the Jinhui Secret Realm?" Wang Xing had naturally been to the Jinhui Secret Realm and knew some details and precautions. He had been there three times. The first time was for a task, and the other two times were for the Jinhui Spring. The Jinhui Secret Realm had no major dangers, as long as a few points were noted. First, do not forcibly collect Jinhui Stones before they are detached, or you will be attacked. Wang Xing didn’t know the specifics of the attack, but most people who died inside had not followed this rule. Second, do not enter the Jinhui Spring. There were giant beasts in the Jinhui Spring that would eat people. However, it wasn’t necessarily fatal; someone had once fallen in and escaped. But that person’s soul was severely damaged and couldn’t be healed. After coming out, their realm dropped significantly, from the God King level to the Super God level. Eventually, they died over time. As long as these two points were noted, the Jinhui Secret Realm had no other dangers. As for the second stage of the task, Wang Xing had never heard of it and didn’t know about it. In the core area of the Divine City, the tea party of the Other Shore Realm continued for a long time and had not ended. Ancestor Xu suddenly raised an eyebrow, "Lin Moyu has joined the Rune Master Association." "I guessed he would join, but this is too fast." "Did he test his talent and cause a resonance?" Ancestor Xu carefully reviewed the information he had just received, his expression becoming extremely interesting.