For one thing, Aetherian Sanctuary itself was the strongest fortress of all. With Aurek personally presiding over it, even the arrival of a Sage Master would make it nearly impossible to shake the Empire's foundations.
For another, resources were now abundant. Combined with the vast influx of Emperor Points brought by the war in the Celestial Light God Realm, it was more than enough to support Aurek's push toward the Sage Lord rank.
With the Thousand Sword Judgement Domain, Soul Law, spatial laws, and many other methods at his command, he had more than enough means to stabilize the overall situation.
As for the Celestial Light God Realm, with Josephine and the other empresses stationed there, his will was already well represented.
Since they bore the titles of Empress and Imperial Consorts, they naturally had to possess the ability to deter all directions and stand on their own.
