CIATB Chapter 628: LOVE OF TEASING
Chapter 628: LOVE OF TEASING
It was probably a blessing in disguise that he had already met the duke before the 'big reveal' happened. At least, he wouldn't be subjected to this 'I'm your grandfather' announcement.
Astrid glanced at Reas and, sure enough, noticed the muscles twitching on his brother's face. It was clear he was struggling to maintain a straight expression.
He sighed inwardly. Just as he was about to change the subject to spare his brother from further awkwardness, someone else beat him to it.
"Of course, Brother Andreas knows you're his grandfather. It's silly to announce it like that, Grandpa," Nicol said with the innocent candor only a child could muster.
The Duke cleared his throat and didn't respond to Nicol's remark, but the slight hint of red on his cheeks betrayed his embarrassment.
Casey laughed out loud at Nicol's comment. He ruffled his nephew's hair and said, "You're a real treasure, Nikki. Don't ever change, even when you grow up."
Reas was also relieved that the kid had broken the awkward atmosphere. Honestly, he didn't know how he would have reacted. Perhaps he would have just ignored the duke, because what could he say? "And I'm your grandson"?
Nicol, on the other hand, only tilted his head. His expression seemed to be asking, 'Did I say something wrong?'
At that moment, an announcement echoed throughout the lounge area.
[Ahem. To our distinguished guests in the lounge area, we will be taking off soon. If you are standing, please find a seat in the center of the lounge area and make yourselves comfortable. Thank you.]
Astrid quickly recognized the voice as Hildred. He seemed to be enjoying acting like a spaceport announcer.
As instructed by the announcement, they quickly found seats in the center of the lounge area. The moment they sat down, seatbelts automatically secured them. This must have been why Hildred asked them to sit there—those seats were equipped with seatbelts.
Despite the sweet smile, anyone with discernment could tell it was a warning. Hildred raised an eyebrow at that. Instead of being offended, he was impressed. At least now he knew that the person Wulf was so obsessed with wasn't a pushover. Astrid would definitely need that kind of grit if he ever wanted to be with Wulf in the future.
"Come on, I'll guide you to the kitchen," Wulfric said. Before walking away, he turned to Hildred, his golden eyes clearly conveying a silent command: "Behave."
Hildred only grinned at that.
As the two disappeared, Hildred muttered, "I hope he's really good at cooking. I'd hate to have to give a false compliment."
"I don't think Hil should worry about that. He, Mr. Townsend, he's really good," Edmund said from behind.
Hildred looked back at Edmund with interest, even Slade also glanced at the other.
"Really? How do you know?" Hildred asked.
"Remember when I was with the General and we accidentally landed in Delryria? That's where we met Mr. Townsend and his family," Edmund said with a reminiscent smile. "We ate the food he made there, and it was really, really good."
Hildred became intrigued after he heard that. "It's really that good?"
Edmund nodded like an excited puppy. "It's the best home-cooked meal I've eaten."
Because of what Edmund said, a spark of anticipation lit up in Hildred's eyes. He found himself genuinely looking forward to the meal. However, hearing Edmund praise someone so much left him slightly annoyed.
Determined to have some fun, he walked over to Edmund, planning to tease him until lunchtime.