Xia Le smiled faintly.
Emotion flickered in their eyes, and excitement naturally surged in their hearts.
No matter how they had concealed their anticipation and restlessness before, now that they had actually stepped onto the stage, they could no longer suppress their exhilaration.
"But remember, being an Admiral means shouldering the greatest responsibility."
"Lead by example, act in the name of justice, and fulfill your duties!"
Xia Le's expression turned serious, his voice low and firm.
"Yes!"
The two shouted their answer.
Their expressions were complicated, their hearts filled with a jumble of emotions.
Looking back, both had been renowned Great Pirates in their younger days, until they encountered Xia Le and were brought under his command.
And now, they had risen to the position of Admiral, something they had never imagined.
For a moment, they almost felt dazed.
That lasted until Xia Le slowly and solemnly fastened the epaulets signifying their rank as Admirals onto their shoulders, taking meticulous care.
"Return to your seats!"
His soft chuckle brought them back to their senses. After exchanging a glance, Crocodile and Bullet took deep breaths, turned, and walked back.
They exchanged nods with Aokiji and Kizaru before sitting down.
As they looked at Xia Le, countless emotions stirred within them.
Now, only Xia Le stood ahead of them, while countless Marines stood behind them.
This meant that, before they knew it, they had reached a position in the Marines second only to one man and above everyone else.
They truly held power and authority!
"In addition to the two newly appointed Admirals."
"After discussions and deliberations with former Fleet Admiral Sengoku, we will also announce several appointments to the position of Admiral Candidate at this meeting, for those who have already met the standards required of an Admiral."
Xia Le spoke