Not to mention the title of Deep Sea Emissary.
The title of Mystic University Professor alone was enough to grant Han Dong absolute preferential treatment across most Otherworld territories.
This Deep-One clam before him had naturally heard Han Dong's name.
Her eyes were filled with admiration, and she even hoped Han Dong could visit her shell and do some unspeakable things.
Han Dong responded politely:
"I need to meet the Great Existence during this trip to the deep sea. Would it be convenient to go now?"
"That is hard to say. Usually, only beings of the same rank can meet My Lord directly.
But if it is you, there may be a chance... If you do not mind, let me lead the way. The deep-sea city where My Lord resides is still some distance away.
From what I recall, you should not have been here before."
The woman was quite clever. From the change in Han Dong's gaze, she easily inferred this information.
"Indeed, this is my first time here... Then I will have to trouble you."
Han Dong gladly accepted her goodwill as well.
There were two reasons.
First, he was unfamiliar with the place. Having someone guide him would certainly save a great deal of time, while also allowing him to inquire about the deep sea.
Second, Han Dong could vaguely sense that this "clam woman" was different. His concealed Demonic Eye could see the pure bloodline hidden within her body.
"Sure~ Follow me!"
The woman controlled the long legs spread across the outside of her shell and kicked off forcefully.
Using the instant thrust produced by that kick,
her body actively separated from the shell... The half-bodied woman transformed into an octopus-like form, her nearly boneless legs functioning as propulsive tentacles as she rapidly swam through the