The tone was as if he had grasped at the last straw.

What if Sakazuki acted rashly and without consulting him first?

Given his personality, it's not like he wouldn't do something like that.

What if he wasn't promoted at all, but just wanted to use this opportunity to finalize the matter, and the World Government didn't agree at all, leaving him as a major general and everything remaining the same?

"Oh, of course there are."

These words weren't spoken by Sakazuki, but by the old man.

This also caused Kuro's last straw to be blown away by the wind.

Kizaru chuckled and said, "Of course, you can't announce your codename in front of the entire Navy. It's used to hide your identity. Have you forgotten about the assassination attempt on you before, Kuro?"

The code names used in the Navy were established a long time ago after Zephyr's family was targeted by pirates in retaliation.

Used to conceal a person's identity.

The Navy can know, but pirates cannot.

Amidst Kuro's grief-stricken expression, Kizaru slowly said, "Your codename has already been assigned, 'Golden Lion.' From now on, you will be Vice Admiral Golden Lion."

They actually have code names!

Kuro felt his teeth starting to hurt.

He gritted his teeth, stared wide-eyed, and stood motionless in the chair, looking both dazed and astonished.

"What's wrong? Is the name 'Ni' not nice? It's very good. It looks like a dragon, a lion, and has a sheep's head. It likes to sit quietly and exhales clouds and mist. It's just like you, Kuro." Kizaru laughed.

What you said actually makes a lot of sense!

Kuro pursed his lips and said, "Can't we discuss my position again? I don't think I'm qualified."

"This is a decision made by the entire Navy."

Sakasugi stood up and solemnly said, "No need for humility, Kuro, you are more than qualified!"