Idle Level-Up in One Piece Chapter 193 193: The New Marine Admiral, Codename: Fool!

The image depicted a youthful and striking man. Simply his age was enough to make Saint Topman Warcury raise an eyebrow in astonishment.

His gaze settled on the name: Moretti Klein.

No "D" appeared in the name. This eased his mind.

Had he belonged to the Clan of D, he would have been branded an enemy of the World Government.

He kept scanning Klein's intel report, growing more stunned the further he read.

"In merely four years, he overtook Lincoln. His father served as a Marine, eliminating any unique bloodline possibility."

"Such a terrifying pace of advancement."

In his previous life, this would equate to the "political vetting stage."

"A Paramecia-type Scroll-Scroll Fruit user... intriguing. Plus, he wields Conqueror's Haki!"

"The Marines confirmed his power. In battle prowess, he fully qualifies as an Admiral."

Saint Topman Warcury pondered the fact that only one Marine Admiral existed now, and after brief reflection, he summoned Oharden.

"The World Government greenlights Klein's rise to Admiral."

Marine Headquarters.

Oharden promptly shared the excellent update.

"Klein, the World Government has approved your promotion. Got a codename in mind?"

"That quick?"

Klein softly nudged Gloriosa away, who continued strumming instruments and crooning.

The speed was... remarkably swift.

Quicker than nabbing pirates.

He hadn't even finished here!

He mulled it over briefly, face showing some inner conflict. After hesitating, he responded,

"Codename... 'Fool.'"

"Fool?"

Fleet Admiral Oharden blinked in surprise. "That's... rather unusual, huh? Isn't that a tarot card?"

"Yes. But codenames lack deep significance. With real power, even a simple name strikes terror into foes."

Klein favored something concise and pronounceable.

"Fine then. I'll notify the press right away to head to Marineford for your promotion coverage and inauguration rite."

"Five days from now work?"

"Sure," Klein answered.

Click.

He ended the call, spirits visibly soaring.

"Admiral status incoming. And Admirals? They ooze style!"

"Flashiness of Admirals aside, this one can't say... but Klein-sama dazzles brilliantly at this moment!"

A soft hand stroked him. Aroused by the caress, the raging dragon reared up, teeth gleaming.

In the ensuing days—

Word of the fresh Marine Admiral exploded across Marine ranks and the globe.

Yet...

Thanks to tight secrecy, most remained in the dark about the identity.

Guesses flew wildly.

Five days vanished in a flash.

Marine Academy.

Instructor Carter brimmed with enthusiasm while speaking to the assembled recruits.

"Everyone gets the day off today. We're heading to view the new Admiral's promotion ceremony."

"Instructor Carter! Who is it? Kong!?" a recruit shouted eagerly.

Instructor Carter flashed a enigmatic grin.

"You'll learn in an hour."

"Move out."

"The event's at Crescent Bay Plaza!"

Excitement buzzed among the trainees on the field.

"Seeing an Admiral's promotion up close—unbelievable!"

"Right! Such a scarce chance. Post-graduation assignments might bar us from this forever!"

"Admiral... my ultimate goal!!"

"Keep dreaming!! Millions of Marines exist—perhaps more—and just one Admiral now! How elite is that!?"

"..."

The recruits dove into fervent chatter.

Garp balled his fist, beaming broadly.

"Haha! I'll claim Admiral rank one day too!"

"Sengoku, agree!?"

He glanced at Sengoku, finding him lost in contemplation, forehead creased.

He elbowed him.

"Yo, Sengoku, snap out of it!?"

"Eh?" Sengoku refocused.

"Just wondering... who's the one?"

Garp's eyes sparkled. "Any hunches?"

"Kong... or..." Sengoku's expression soured. "Klein."

"Bro!?"

Garp gaped in shock. He rubbed his head.

"Impossible, yeah? Wasn't he just made Vice Admiral recently?"

"Less than a year."

Zephyr, nearby, interjected,

"Why not? Bro's phenomenal. Even if not now, next time for sure!"

Sengoku flinched a bit.

"Should Klein ascend to Admiral, it wouldn't shock me."

A prodigy like him skipping Admiral would be the real oddity.

Garp clapped Sengoku's shoulder firmly, grinning,

"No need overthinking. Ceremony starts soon—we'll see!"

"Why fret the inevitable, eh!?"

During their talk, Tsuru stayed quiet, but inwardly mused:

'Is it him?'

Three years back, he'd bested Kong. Strength-wise, he fit perfectly.

However...

Did Klein's record and merits fall short still?

Crescent Bay Plaza.

More than ten thousand Marine troops assembled, a vast white ocean.

At the pier, massive Marine warships lined up.

Conversations buzzed everywhere.

"New Admiral after years. Who'll it be?"

"Admirals embody Marine peak power. Vastly superior to Vice Admirals. Must be insanely powerful!"

"No veteran Vice Admiral matches Admiral Rampaging Bear, from what I hear."

"Younger Vice Admirals have some hot prospects though..."

"..."

Debates raged hotly. Naturally, some Marines knew but were gagged by orders.

Near Crescent Bay Plaza's edge, by the Marine fortress, a grand platform stood ready.

Beneath it—

Press crews from all outlets positioned cameras and stands, geared for combat.

For them, pure warfare!

A timed showdown. First shutter click meant jackpot headlines.

"Huge scoop! Outpace rivals, dash for the premier extra edition!"

Right then—

Suited Vice Admirals in Justice cloaks marched in.

At front: Vice Admiral Kong.

Tense reporters swung lenses their way.

Click click click! Flashes erupted.

Kong's visage grimmed.

"Here for the ceremony only."

"Not Kong—he sports Vice Admiral garb," a sheepish scribe whispered, dropping his gear.

They'd chased a premature exclusive... false hope.

Kong plus fellow Vice Admirals positioned stage-front, facing press, backs to platform.

They loomed like divine sentinels—wardens.

Fleet Admiral Oharden mounted the stage, voice booming via Den Den Mushi.

"Today brings a pivotal moment—as all know, a new Marine Admiral's promotion."

"One Admiral for years. Now, the second arrives!"

"Upholding sea justice, hunting crooks and pirates..."

"They represent—"

"The Marines' ultimate might!"

Oharden's words echoed, silencing Crescent Bay Plaza entirely.

Gazes locked ahead.

Awe and suspense thickened the air.

Oharden grinned.

"I see the curiosity. He is—"

"The latest Marine Admiral, codename 'Fool'—Moretti Klein!"

(T/N: to clarify:

It does not mean he's actually a fool (idiot).

In Tarot symbolism, The Fool represents new beginnings, unlimited potential, risk-taking, and a journey into the unknown — which fits his rise and unconventional personality.)