"GRAAHH!!!"
The appearance of the two black armored knights caused a shift in the arena's mood.
The being's scream was suffocating, killing intent billowing around it in waves and pushing against the shields of the arena, creating constant ripples. Yasenia looked from a distance, her golden slit eyes observing the black armored knight.
As the one who summoned it, she could feel the violence, bloodthirstiness, and raw animalistic madness governing the knight's mind. This being was born from the horrors of war and would only stop when its limbs were unable to push it forward.
Rin Qiao was in a much worse situation than Drakar. With his Battling Demon Intent Domain, Drakar could take a beating and not die easily. Rin Qiao, on the other hand, was quite fragile as she focused on army-building and long-distance techniques.
As a super genius, her melee was not bad, hence her ability to keep Soluna at bay for a little bit. Still, once the black armored knight accelerated in a straight line toward her, its monstrous killing intent billowing without any kind of restraint, both Soluna and Rin Qiao turned to look.
The black knight didn't bother with Soluna, its mind echoing with Yasenia's command, and attacked Rin Qiao with its bloodied sword.
Within a fraction of a second, the knight tore through everything and appeared before Rin Qiao, a towering pillar of black and red light enveloping its sword. Rin Qiao's expression twisted, and she quickly tried to block it. "[Rot Death Wall]!"
Green and black energies twisted together, creating a massive skull-shaped shield. The knight didn't care about it and brought its sword down.
BOOM!
The sound of the sword colliding with the shield was deafening, and its surface cracked and shattered a few instants later. These few seconds were enough for Rin Qiao to gain some distance, but the black-armored knight's speed was oppressive.
"What are these monsters!?" Rin Qiao waved her staff, summoning thousands of bone lances carrying world-destroying auras and rotting energies.
They tore through the air, each of them carrying incredible weight behind them. But to Rin Qiao's surprise, the black knight didn't dodge.
A black and red aura enveloped it as it charged forward, tanking everything and appearing in front of her an instant later, its sword raised high. Rin Qiao looked up at the being with dozens of bone spears lodged into its body.
The sword descended, but before it could land on Rin Qiao, the Graveyard Emperor appeared and blocked the strike with his palm. The black knight glared at the Graveyard Emperor and roared.
"GRAAAHH!!!"
The Graveyard Emperor observed it for a moment before disappearing with Rin Qiao. With its target lost, the Black Knight turned to look at Drakar and rushed at him.
While Rin Qiao was attacked, Drakar had been pushed back repeatedly. Thankfully, his strength was still increasing, so he was now somewhat able to fight back against the knight.
Even if he was at a disadvantage, he felt that he could eventually defeat it. His Magma Overlord Demon Body skill was powerful and gave him incredible strength, after all.
Sadly, when he was starting to exchange blows with it, another bloodthirsty aura of slaughter rushed at him from behind. Even when the dark knight telegraphed its arrival because of the billowing energies, Drakar couldn't do much about it.
Both knights released a barrage of combination attacks, showing that while they were utterly maddened beings, they could coordinate with each other.
Drakar couldn't resist the relentless wave of attacks, his already injured body splashing blood everywhere. Looking up with furious eyes, Drakar screamed at Yasenia. "COWARDLY WOMAN! COME FIGHT ME YOURSELF!"
Yasenia raised her eyebrow and dismissed the Black Knights. Then, before Drakar could react, she appeared in front of him and punched his face. He was too injured to react to her.
BOOM!
His body flew back, and Yasenia actually overtook him, appearing in the path of his trajectory.
While he flew toward Yasenia, the dragon woman took a deep breath. "[Celestial Dragon Breath]."
ROAR!
Yasenia's breath illuminated the ruined battlefield, rushing toward Drakar mercilessly. If her attack landed, Drakar would probably disintegrate without a chance to defend himself.
Drakar's ancestor appeared, catching Drakar and raising his hand to block the Celestial Dragon Breath.
The attack landed and split in two, flying around the powerful Demon Sovereign and exploding into the distance. The Demon looked at his hand thoughtfully. He had wanted to confirm that Yasenia possessed the Primordial Celestial Attribute, and touching the Celestial Dragon Breath confirmed it.
Giving Yasenia a deep look, he disappeared from the arena, carrying Drakar with him.
Yasenia waved her long sleeve, her gesture elegant and majestic, and every single thing in the arena dispersed into nothingness. The flag flew from its planted location into her hand, while Draheart, Soluna, and Dramel appeared behind her.
As Yasenia held the imposing battle flag, its cloth fluttering with the wind, she looked like a war-blessed goddess who just overwhelmed all her enemies. Her calm expression, with her usual slight smile and confident aura, charmed almost everyone.
Right after, the tournament arenas exploded into cheers.
"Oh my Heaven! Celestial Fairy Yasenia is incredible!"
"Unmatched and peerless! I've never seen a junior as heaven-defying as her."
"Incredible. She can proudly take the title of the most talented individual in the entirety of the Blue Pearl World. If she says that she is second, no one will dare say they are first!"
"Ahhh! Yasenia, I want your babies!"
Yasenia looked around with a smile. She felt extremely refreshed. It was rare for her to be in a position where she could just show off. While she was not vain, she didn't think that there was someone who wouldn't like the sincere praise of people.
Of course, even if she liked it, she took a deep breath and hardened her heart. She could not get addicted to these sensations. Enjoying them was fine, but letting it affect her mood was another.
Yan Huang descended in front of Yasenia, smiling. He was thoroughly impressed by the girl. He had known that Yasenia was strong. He wouldn't have become attracted to her if she weren't someone as ravishing and talented as she was. Still, even his most egregious overestimation didn't prepare him for what he witnessed.
Yasenia wasn't just talented; she was a force of nature. Each of her moves carried overwhelming proficiency far beyond her age, each reaction showing how many times she had fought with her life on the line.
Yasenia was not a talented flower grown in a greenhouse; she was a wild carnivorous flower that could devour everything that dared come near it.
"The final results are clear. Both sides fought with incredible means, showing strength most can only wish to attain. In the end, the [Treasure Holder] managed to defend her place and earn the treasure that all were vying for. Winner of the [Flame Sky Talent Tournament], Yasenia Dravory!"
Yasenia smiled as everyone went wild one more time. She dispelled all her skills, storing Dramel, Draheart, and the flag into her Dantian. Then, she grabbed Soluna's hand and spoke once. "I have now earned what was originally mine against those ten times my age. Despite them being unable to push me to the edge once, it was a pleasure to fight and see the talents of the world."
Then, she stepped out of the arena and landed by Tatyana's side. The woman laughed when she appeared, amused at her last words. "Refreshed that now what's yours is finally yours?"
Yasenia chuckled and nodded. Ao Xianlan smiled as well, satisfied with what she said at the end. After all, it was clear to anyone intelligent enough that she had spoken those words with intent.
If she just won, she would be remembered for a while, but then people tend to forget. Therefore, she spoke arrogantly; she wanted to imprint her victory on everyone with a declaration that slapped the major forces that had participated in the tournament.
Who would forget her afterward? Once things were laid out as they were, this entire tournament was nothing but a ruse created by the top powers to bully her into submission, only to have the situation reversed on them as Yasenia's shadow now stretched to all corners of the world.
Tatyana and Ao Xianlan could feel the faith energy enveloping Yasenia increase several times in both quality and quantity after her speech. Although Yasenia could do nothing with it yet, once she had access to it, she would not lack.
Lady First approached, her common-looking face showing a hint of a smile. "Great job, Yasenia. You are now like a bright star in the night sky. Everyone can now distinguish your glare from the other countless stars vying for a place in the sky."
Yasenia bowed faintly. "Yes, Master."
Lady First was going to teach her, so calling her as such was proper. Lady First smiled faintly, her eyes showing a hint of satisfaction. She grabbed Yasenia's hand gently and asked. "What are your plans now, Yasenia?"
Yasenia spoke softly. "I will first reunite with the people that I need to encounter. I hope that nothing occurs during this time, but if I find anyone messed with them, I'll have to take a little detour to take revenge. After that, I will go with Lady First… or Lady First can come to me. I don't mind either."
Lady First looked at Tatyana and smiled. "That woman won't probably let me be with you alone even for a second. Or at least, not when we are not in her territory. Therefore, don't worry. I'll go with you during your travels. I don't have much to do either way lately, and with my presence, the Demons won't bother you."
Yasenia was surprised, but she wouldn't deny having someone as influential as her by her side. Tatyana also didn't mind.
After she spoke, Ao Xianlan hugged her from behind, her massive breasts acting as a hat on top of Yasenia's head. "What about me? Have you forgotten about Aunt Xianlan now that you are done with the tournament?"
Yasenia looked up, only to have her sight darkened by Ao Xianlan's two white mountains. 'What a sight…'
"Ahem. If Aunt Xianlan wants to come with me, she can also do so."
Ao Xianlan squinted happily. "Good. My little Yasenia has not forgotten where her roots are. Also, before you go practice with Lady First, you should come to our Dragon Land. There are a few things that might help your bloodline… Don't expect much, though. Progenitor Queens and Kings are quite unique, and treasures that work normally often have no effect."
Yasenia tilted her head, moving the two heavy things on her head with her gesture. "Why not?"
"Treasures that improve bloodlines usually rely on purifying it and making it closer to their ancestral version. You, as a progenitor, are the first of your kind, so there is nothing to return to. The treasures that work on you are not purifying in nature, but enhancing. And treasures that can enhance bloodlines are extremely rare."
"Oh… I see." Yasenia hummed.
'Well, time to reunite with quite a few people. I wonder how they are doing?'