The Emperors, having retreated to the astral realm, spent days in deep contemplation, their minds turning over the implications of their encounter with the forest of will. They realized the importance of patience and the necessity of further preparation before making another move. With this understanding, they decided to invest time in training their souls and merging their powers to ensure they were adequately prepared for the challenges that lay ahead.
Meanwhile, Lucifer, in his weakened state, began to release fragments of his knowledge regarding ascension to the devil. This exchange of information was a calculated risk, as it provided the devil with insights into the process of ascension while simultaneously allowing Lucifer to gain the devil's cooperation and assistance. The two began to collaborate more closely, pooling their knowledge and abilities to strengthen each other.