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Depp's words left Nudiswiko somewhat stunned.

These words reminded him of someone he had always admired.

Arthur Curry's mother, the previous Queen of the Sea, Atlanna.

When Atlana was discovered by the former Sea King Ovark to have a son with a land dweller in addition to Orm, her son with her, she sacrificed him to the Trench.

Therefore, in the eyes of all Atlanteans, including Nudisvik, Atlanna had already perished in the jaws of the Trench.

However, Nudisvik has not yet told Arthur Curry this secret; he has only been teaching Arthur how to fight and everything else he can teach.

So that Arthur could one day replace King Orm and become the true Aquaman.

“You’re right, the ocean and the land are one,” Nudisviko said. “But the ancient ruins of Atlantis are not something an Earthling can trespass on without permission. I think you should reconsider.”

Nudiswiko's words gave Depp a new perspective on him.

"This guy seems to be a pretty kind person."

but......

"I think all you need to do is point me in the right direction and take me there. I will decide the rest based on the circumstances."

Depp said:

"Don't worry, I won't harm the people in the underwater world, otherwise I wouldn't have let you go just now."

Depp's words were partly to tell Nudiswiko that he meant no harm and was not there to kill.

On the other hand, it also tells the other party that their lives are still in my hands, and that my question is not a request, but a demand.

Nudiswiko wasn't stupid; he immediately understood the meaning behind Depp's words.

“Alright, I’ll take you to the ruins of ancient Atlantis,” Nudisviko said. “But Arthur must go home, or his father will worry.”

If Nudisviko senses Depp's malice along the way, he will not hesitate to sacrifice himself to protect Atlantis.

Therefore, he would never allow Arthur to go with him.

"make a deal!"

Depp immediately granted Nudiswiko's request.

Arthur Curry, however, still did not make a move to leave.

"Teacher, I want to stay with you..."

"Get home now, don't let me down!"

Interrupting Arthur, Nudiswiko turned to Depp and said, "We can set off now, in that direction."

Depp grabbed Nudiswiko by the collar and turned to Arthur, saying, "Go home, Arthur. I don't know what I'm going to do to your teacher. Also, give my regards to your father, Thomas."

After saying that, Depp vanished from Arthur Curry's sight in an instant, leaving only a pale blue trail flashing with silver lightning.

Arthur Curry stood there, stunned and confused.

How did he know my father?

Is he my father's friend?

Damn it, he didn't say his name. How am I supposed to tell my father about this?

And... teacher, you must come back safely!

Disturbed and confused, Arthur Curry changed direction and swam quickly toward Ci'en Harbor.

That was his hometown, his home, and the place where the people he cared about most lived.

Back in his room at the lighthouse, Arthur Curry looked at his father, who was in a daze, opened his mouth but ultimately didn't say what he had experienced that day.

He knew that his father was missing his mother and he couldn't bear to disturb him.

Deep in the ocean, Nudiswiko, who was being held and moved around violently by Depp, was on the verge of collapse.

"My God, how did you manage to do that so fast?"

"Even the legendary King of Atlantis could not have such speed!"

"Damn it, you went too far again! You should have turned left two seconds ago!"

"Turn back immediately!"

Two minutes later, Depp and Nudiswiko finally arrived at their destination.

Well, it only took two minutes, even after I went past the right path several times.

Looking at the ruins before him, Depp knew that Nudiswiko had not lied to him.

In ancient times, Atlantis was actually a country on land.

Their fame is widespread, and their technology is quite advanced.

While other civilizations were still known for their flat and round heavens, the Atlanteans' astronomical development had already surpassed theirs by several centuries.

The fact that the Earth is round and that there are other planets beyond it was common knowledge among the Atlanteans.

But later, the powerful and arrogant King of Atlan gradually lost his reverence for nature.

He overexploited the power of the trident, triggering a violent shockwave and explosion that caused the entire land of Atlantis to crack and the sea to overflow.

Ultimately, the entire kingdom of Atlantis sank underwater.

The surviving Atlanteans who were affected by the shockwave underwent various mutations due to this energy.

Those who retained their human form but were fully adapted to underwater life became the two kingdoms of Atlantis and Zebel.

There are also members of the Fishermen's Kingdom whose lower bodies have completely transformed into fish, resembling mermaids.

They are intelligent, wise, peace-loving, and full of philosophical spirit.

However, their combat strength is the lowest among all races.

In addition, there is a saltwater kingdom inhabited entirely by shrimp soldiers and crab generals, but capable of speaking.

Compared to the technological level of Atlantis and Zebel, it wouldn't be an exaggeration to call the Saltwater Kingdom primitive.

There is also the Trench Clan, who have devoured countless lives. The Trench Clan are irrational, ugly fish-men who act solely on instinct.

They are cruel and bloodthirsty; they swarm out at the smell of meat and devour their prey.

Besides these, there are also exiled states that have disappeared, originally existing in the Sahara Desert.

The exiled nation was skilled in forging, and the trident was crafted by them and presented to the former king of Atlantis.

Unfortunately, human effort could not ultimately overcome the changes of nature. The once vast ocean turned into rolling yellow sand and scorching sun, and the exiled country perished along with it.

Finally, there is the long-vanished lost kingdom, where not even a trace of information can be found.

As for the mission, it is indeed necessary for Depp to unify the seven seas.

This really left Depp speechless.

Damn it, two of the seven seas have long since perished, how can I unify them with a hammer?

But there was no other way; no matter how difficult the task seemed, he had to give it a try.

Chapter 271 Mera

Depp turned to look at Nudiswiko, his meaning clear.

You can get lost now.

However, Nudisviko showed no intention of leaving obediently.

“What is your purpose in coming here? And how do you know Arthur’s father’s name?” Nudisviko asked. “I’m not some greenhorn like Arthur. You don’t look like an archaeologist at all.”

Depp shrugged and said, "I'm just the kind of guy who knows everything but is too lazy to get involved. As for coming here... I really just want to find one thing."

“What is it?” Nudisviko asked.

Depp smiled mysteriously and said, "You'll find out when the time comes."

"You bastard! When we find it, I have to get a share, at least let me see it!"

In just a few minutes of contact, Nudiswiko, a shrewd woman who has lived for hundreds of years, has already figured out Depp's temperament.

So his tone became more casual and nonchalant.

"If I actually found it, I might be so happy that I'd just give it to Arthur. But now, you can leave. I don't like being watched."

Depp swam forward, using his X-ray vision to survey his surroundings.

Upon hearing this, Nudisviko replied firmly, "I'm not leaving. This is Atlantis territory!"

"Get out of here before I get angry!" Depp said. "Maybe the next time you see me, you'll see me with Atlanna."

"Atlana?!"

Nudisviko exclaimed in shock, "Her Highness the Queen clearly already..."

Depp interrupted him, saying, "Are you saying that Atlana was sacrificed to the Trench by King Ovark and must have been completely wiped out?"

Nudiswiko was so shocked that Depp knew all this that he forgot to reply.

Depp continued, "But I feel that as the Queen of Atlantis, Atlanna might not die so easily. Also, you haven't told Arthur about Atlanna being sacrificed to the Trench, have you?"

"How did you know?"

Nudisviko asked, puzzled.

Depp smiled slightly and said, "If he knew that his mother had been sacrificed to the Trench tribe and even become food for those ugly creatures, he would not have let it go so easily just now."

"After all, he initially mistook me for a Trench person, right?"

"Moreover, Arthur is by no means a wise man who knows how to be patient; on the contrary, that child is quite impulsive and...savage."

Nudisviko lowered his head, his expression somber, and said, "You're right, I haven't told him about it yet. Maybe it's not the right time."

Depp patted the guy on the shoulder and comforted him, "If I find what I want, then maybe you won't need to say all this to him, because I will bring Atlanna back safely."

Upon hearing Depp's words, a bright light flashed in Nudiswiko's eyes.

Is it really possible that Princess Atlanna is still alive?

Nudisviko's thoughts were racing, as if she had returned to the days when she was by the Queen's side.