That's fine. You chose it. Like you said if you feel that is your truest title, then it is. You don't need to say any other one.

[They're all unconventional here. Or seem like it.]

The only title I prefer is The Black Paladin. [He accepts it. The weight of it feels comfortable these days like putting on a coat and knowing it fits.]

...anyway, you didn't get sick when we did, did you? [He asks out of concern and it shows on his face.]