The rules change not long after. People with lower ranks can't oppose their superiors. They need to follow the procedure now to get a promotion.
When people thought that the hectic situation was going to subside. The highest military captain stepped down from his position because of personal reasons, making Luca become the youngest captain in history.
Many people protested Luca's position. He was just a child. It didn't really matter if he was just the vice-captain since the first in command would still be the captain. But now that the captain was gone, Luca was the one to make all the decisions.
Many people protested, but the new system was stronger than before. Mark's backing also plays a significant role since he definitely supports his son's position.