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.