Several hundred thousand light years away from the Ancient Xia Realm, outside the Celestial Phoenix Nebula, a titanic confrontation was taking place between the two most powerful forces in the universe.

The current constellation that Xia Tian and his allies called home was the territory of the Divine Ice Phoenixes. Only those who had inherited the sacred bloodline of these magnificent beings were allowed to join their prestigious clan.

Meanwhile, the fiery showdown between the two clans was raging at the entrance of the Heavenly Phoenix Cluster, which belonged to the Fire Phoenix clan.

At present, the God clan was the ruler of the entire universe. Though they had never proclaimed themselves as such, it was an undisputed fact that the immortals only respected strength, and the reign of the Divine Emperor had come to an end.

However, besides the God clan, there were many other powerful constellations being ruled by different clans. Among them, the Phoenixes reigned supreme, with the Celestial Phoenix Nebula under the control of the Ice Phoenix clan and the Heavenly Phoenix Cluster under the domain of the Fire Phoenix clan.

Both of these vast constellations were located in the southern part of the universe. Because of the seemingly infinite illusion of the universe, the distance between the constellations was measured from the center.

The universe was built on a foundation of space, and when this space was shattered, it became a void. In order to sustain life, the gods layered the void with space to make it habitable for weaker beings. But amidst this breathtaking spectacle of the universe, something else was brewing - a passion that burned hotter than the fires of the stars themselves

What Xia Tian had previously thought was the center of the void, was actually the center of this universe and not the void itself.

The void extends beyond this universe, and there are countless universes outside this sphere of space.

Despite this, what exactly provoked a small war at the entrance of the Fire Phoenix territory?

At a distance, stood a figure overseeing her small army wreak havoc in the territory. All of them had "God" written above their foreheads.

The members of the God clan were destroying all the arcs that were entering the territory.

Some immortals were brave enough to start destroying lesser planets and stars, while mortals were engulfed by the wars of immortals and killed without a chance of rebellion.

The news of the attack quickly spread to the members of the Fire Phoenix clan, causing panic and fear to ripple through the ranks of the sect.

None of the sect leaders dared to interfere, not only because of the sheer number of attackers but also due to the terrifying presence commanding the assault.

Amidst the chaos of the battlefield stood a heavenly beautiful woman, tall and proud. Her long, flowing white hair reached down to her waist, and her sharp, gem-like blue eyes exuded a terrifying presence that made even the strongest immortals quiver in fear.

She was Zhang Qingge, the War Goddess, one of the three goddesses titled by the New Heaven. Her reputation preceded her, and the mere mention of her name was enough to strike fear into the hearts of even the most battle-hardened warriors.

Legends had it that she had once single-handedly taken down an entire army of demons, using only her bare hands and her unmatched skill in martial arts. Her powers were rumored to be near god-like, and her mastery of the sword was said to be unmatched by anyone in the entire realm.

As the battle raged on, the members of the Fire Phoenix clan could only watch in awe as Zhang Qingge effortlessly cut down her enemies, moving with a grace and speed that defied all logic. It was clear that she was not to be trifled with, and that any who dared to cross her would meet a swift and brutal end.

For the members of the Fire Phoenix clan, the mere sight of Zhang Qingge was a humbling reminder of their own mortality and a testament to the incredible power that existed in the universe. They knew that they could only hope to one day reach even a fraction of her skill and power, and that the road ahead of them was long and perilous.

The battle between the Fire Phoenix clan and the God clan continued to rage on, with neither side giving an inch. However, the presence of Zhang Qingge had shifted the tide of the battle, and it was only a matter of time before the God clan emerged victorious.

Zhang Qingge, however, had completely different thoughts. "Still not enough!" she muttered to herself, clearly disappointed with her own strength.

Recently, she had received news that one of the commanders of her faction had been killed, along with his two underlings, and his life jade was broken.

The source of the attack was located at the Celestial Phoenix Nebula.

Upon arriving in the vicinity, she spotted the burnt carcass of a member of the Fire Phoenix clan, which was strange since it was not their territory.

Regardless, she assumed that the members of the Fire Phoenix clan had ambushed and killed the three members of her faction.

To seek revenge, she and her army boarded the fastest ark available and instantly soared towards the Heavenly Phoenix Constellation.

With the rise of the God clan, very few dared to challenge them, making this a rare opportunity to test her strength.

For days, rumors had been circulating about the existence of experts beyond immortality, and while most dismissed it as a rumor, Zhang Qingge knew firsthand about the destructive power that lay beyond.

A single strike from these experts was said to be powerful enough to annihilate a large constellation of stars.

Even though she was one of the strongest immortals, possibly on par with a divine emperor if not stronger, she dared not claim that her single strike could erase a whole galaxy from existence.

Nevertheless, a new fire was lit inside her, and she was determined to pursue the unachievable heights of power and strength.

Crack!

Crack!

Suddenly, the cracking sounds echoed through the space as the temperature soared, causing weak immortals to burn to ashes within seconds.

Zeng Qingge halted her steps, squinting her eyes with a hint of surprise and wariness.

Suddenly, an enormous ball of red flames burst into existence, forming a fiery sun that illuminated the space without any stars.

The flames parted to reveal the graceful figure of a woman calmly staring at her.

She was the Phoenix Empress, Feng Yingying, the leader of the Fire Phoenix clan.

As Zeng Qingge gazed at the stunning woman before her, she couldn't help but feel a sense of awe.

The Phoenix Empress was truly a beauty, with long flowing red hair that danced in the flickering flames around her. Her hair cascaded down her back like a fiery waterfall, reflecting the light of the flames and giving her an ethereal quality.

Feng Yingying donned a long, flowing white dress that glowed in the darkness like the moon on a dark night. The dress was adorned with intricate golden embroidery, which shimmered in the light of the flames, making her appear even more otherworldly. Her eyes were a bright, piercing blue that seemed to reflect the flames around her, giving her an otherworldly glow.

As Zeng Qingge stood before the Phoenix Empress, she couldn't help but feel the intensity of her presence.

The Empress was powerful and regal, emanating a sense of authority that was impossible to ignore. However, there was also a hint of sadness in her eyes, as if she carried a great burden within her.

Zeng Qingge felt a mixture of emotions as she met the gaze of the Phoenix Empress. She felt a deep respect and admiration for this powerful woman who led the Fire Phoenix clan, but also a sense of caution and wariness, knowing that the clan was not to be taken lightly.

Nevertheless, she stood her ground, ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead.

Zeng Qingge let out a deep sigh, realizing who stood before her. "So, it's only her," she murmured to herself.

She had feared that the divine Fire Phoenix itself had awakened from its slumber, a creature that had not been seen by anyone for countless years.

However, no one had been foolish enough to go in search of such a powerful entity.

Though Zeng Qingge was confident that she could go toe-to-toe with the Phoenix Empress, she knew that in the presence of a divine beast like the Fire Phoenix, her confidence would waver.

If the Fire Phoenix were to interfere, only the clan leader, Eternal Sun, would be able to stop its rampage.

Divine beasts were much more powerful than peak immortals, and even the Divine Emperor had been unable to truly rule the universe due to their existence, along with other powerful cultivators such as the Dragon Emperor.

But Eternal Sun was different. He had defeated the Divine Emperor with a single finger, a feat that made Zeng Qingge doubt whether he had already surpassed immortality.

In the face of a being like Eternal Sun, even the divine beasts had to bow. After all, Zeng Qingge had witnessed the powers of beyond immortal cultivators first hand.

The presence of the supreme leader of the Fire Phoenix clan made the entire battlefield freeze. Not everyone was like Zeng Qingge, willing to risk their lives in the face of such power.

"War Goddess? Have you gone insane?" The Phoenix Empress spoke with her majestic voice, sending tremors across Zeng Qingge's body.

Feng Yingying was blessed by the divine phoenix, and her aura carried a hint of divinity.

Despite being younger than the Phoenix Empress, Zeng Qingge though felt intimidated by her presence, but she managed to stabilize her emotions and snorted in response.

"I'm the one who's gone insane? Then what about you? Why did you send people to ambush the members of my faction? If it doesn't indicate a war against the God clan, then what does it mean?"

Zeng Qingge shamelessly borrowed the name of the God clan, indicating that even if the divine Fire Phoenix personally interfered, the result would not change because the God clan was backed by Eternal Sun.

Zeng Qingge stood her ground, despite the immense pressure emanating from the Phoenix Empress.

She was not afraid to confront the leader of the Fire Phoenix clan, even if it meant putting her own life on the line.

She knew that the stakes were high, and that the outcome of this confrontation would determine the fate of her faction.

The Phoenix Empress narrowed her eyes and a dangerous glint appeared in them. "You dare to speak to me like this?" she hissed. "Do you not know the consequences of crossing the Fire Phoenix clan?"

Zeng Qingge remained unfazed. "I know the consequences," she said calmly. "But I also know that my faction will not back down from a fight. If you want war, then we are more than happy to oblige."

The two women stood facing each other, their auras clashing like waves on the sea.

The tension was palpable, and it seemed as though a single spark could ignite a war that would engulf the entire universe.