The God-creation project was progressing methodically.
With Edward as the invaluable experimental subject, the researchers had figured out the bait required to complete the third awakening.
Just as Edward had mentioned, although Ashes had left behind a giant hand, massive as a mountain, it was only enough for three leaders to complete their third awakening.
Based on Marvin's understanding of the Ancient Gods' Power, no demons had yet reached the strength required for a second awakening, not even the Supreme Pillars—they remained between a first and second awakening.
Edward had already surpassed them by completing a second awakening.
But...
This wasn't the original goal of the God-creation project.
If they couldn't create a god, the project itself would lose its meaning!
Edward had given up a portion of bait that should have belonged to itself to Evelyn, thus awakening her from her slumber. It had made this choice on its own and deserved respect.
