A considerable number of experts from the Heavenly Domain gathered here, many of whom had indeed clashed with the Abyss clan.
Therefore, it was not difficult to discern that the technique Ye Yao was employing at this moment was precisely an ability possessed only by the Abyss clan, and her domain also exuded a sense of the abyss.
This development, however, made matters considerably more complicated…
Meanwhile, Ye Yao on the battlefield remained unaffected by the others. Since her master had assured her that he could handle any subsequent troubles, she did not worry excessively.
"Go!"
Ye Yao gazed at Qian Feng with icy indifference and extended her hands, as if grasping the air.
The hundreds of black cloths coiled around her transformed into venomous snakes, slithering in all directions and launching a dense barrage of attacks.
Qian Feng was still in a state of shock. Suddenly, several black cloths erupted from the ground beneath him, instantly ensnaring his limbs and body, executing a truly dark form of restraint.
"No, no… if this continues, I'll lose…"
Qian Feng's pupils constricted, and he struggled with all his might to break free, his origin burning ever more rapidly.
As a result, a faint golden light began to emanate from his person.
However, under the suppression of the abyssal domain and the overwhelming number of these Black Soul Blades, he had no chance to even struggle before being repeatedly struck.
"Ahhh!"
Piercing screams resounded throughout the ancient arena at that instant.
The Black Soul Blades either slashed his body or pierced directly through flesh and blood, delivering a chilling blow.
Under the entanglement of the Black Soul Blades, the number of wounds on his body soared to a terrifying degree; it was no exaggeration to say he was cut into a thousand pieces.
Yet, miraculously, despite being subjected to such brutal mutilation, none of the wounds were fatal, most being merely superficial.
But it was precisely these superficial wounds that inflicted a pain far more terrifying than death…
"Hiss… this girl is truly ruthless…"
"She's indeed of that race, as cruel and merciless as always."
"Tsk, tsk, but then again, he brought this upon himself."
"Exactly, I wonder if that saying about arrogance inviting calamity…"
Compared to Lin Xueyan's direct and brutish approach against Qian Luan, Ye Yao's assault on Qian Feng was a bloody art form…
Ye Yao, with a perpetually cold expression, watched calmly as Qian Feng succumbed to the pain and fainted.
"Fainted so quickly, truly pathetic…"
After she withdrew her domain, only Qian Feng remained, lying in a pool of blood.
The entire battle, once her abyssal domain was activated, had been a complete slaughter.
The elder serving as the referee cast a glance at Qian Feng and announced calmly.
"The first match of the semi-finals, winner is Ye Yao of Chaofeng Mountain!"
However, the conclusion of the battle was met not with cheers from the audience, but with profound silence.
All eyes remained fixed on Ye Yao.
"Ye Yun! You'd best explain what exactly is going on here!"
At this moment, a figure leaped from the audience, none other than Qian Hong, his face contorted with rage.
Upon emerging, he pointed at Ye Yao and, glaring at Ye Yun, interrogated him furiously.
"You dare collude with that foreign race from the Void Abyss?!"
Due to a certain agreement, even he dared not mention the name of the Abyss clan in such a public setting.
But for those present, those who understood knew, and those who didn't could hardly be explained – the situation was far too complex…
And this time, they sided with Qian Hong, casting looks of suspicion at Ye Yun.
Seeing this, Ye Yun remained motionless, holding Fang Zhiwei, and merely looked up at Qian Hong, saying calmly.
"She is indeed of a foreign race, but I purchased her from an auction and subsequently took her as a disciple. Is there a problem with that?"
"Bought at an auction? Are you kidding me? What fool would auction off such a foreign genius after capturing her!"
Qian Hong snorted disdainfully, clearly believing Ye Yun to be lying.
After all, Ye Yao possessed a twin domain, making her undoubtedly a genius of the Abyss clan with exceptionally high bloodline.
If someone were to capture such a being, the possibilities for its use would be endless; selling her off so easily would be the act of an imbecile.
In response to his doubt, Ye Yun calmly replied.
"Whether I am joking or not, you can ask the Lord of Haiyue Immortal City yourself. After all, according to your words, he is that fool."
Qian Hong was momentarily stunned.
"You mean, City Lord Haiyue sold her to you?"
"Precisely."
"That's impossible!"
"There's nothing impossible; this is the truth."
This last statement was not from Ye Yun.
Instead, Xu Binglan, who had entered the arena, glanced at Ye Yao and then looked at Qian Hong, saying in a low voice.
"I can vouch for this. My own unworthy disciple participated in that auction with the intention of purchasing her."
"It was only due to a shortage of profound crystals that he regrettably missed out."
With her testimony, the crowd began to feel somewhat relieved.
If that were the case, then it was… manageable.
But Qian Hong remained unconvinced, speaking with a somber tone.
"Even so, as everyone has seen, this girl possesses a twin domain, yet she is still a foreign race from the Void Abyss."
"Elder Ye, what are your intentions in nurturing her? Do you perhaps wish for her to become a great enemy of our Heavenly Domain in the future?"
This weighty accusation once again placed Ye Yun in the spotlight.
As for the reason for his intervention, it was naturally to distance himself from the previous wager.
Ye Yun did not offer any further explanation this time, merely glancing at Qian Hong and saying coldly.
"What I purchased is mine. Whether I choose to toy with her or train her as a disciple in the end has nothing to do with you."
"You!"
Qian Hong was furious. Seeing that he could not out-argue Ye Yun, he chose to incite the crowd.
He looked up at the assembled multitude and declared loudly.
"Everyone has seen how arrogant this person is, utterly disregarding the safety of our Heavenly Domain!"
"And this girl, everyone has seen how she, in a mere exchange gathering, has beaten the genius of our Qianxun Mountain into such a state!"
"Such a bloody disposition is not just cruel, but utterly savage!"
As he spoke, the audience became increasingly agitated.
Many began to murmur amongst themselves.
"He has a point. This girl's disposition is far too ruthless; she might become a great enemy of our Heavenly Domain in the future."
"Regardless, such a threat must be extinguished in its infancy."
"Elder Ye was far too impulsive to take such a disciple."
Many of those who had clashed with the Abyss clan had lost friends or acquaintances to them.
In terms of public opinion, it was indeed gradually shifting towards Qian Hong.
Qian Hong was pleased to witness this development, but then a cold female voice rang out.
"Cruel? When it comes to cruelty on this stage, you should be the first, shouldn't you?"