[ He's not bothered by his youth being pointed out, since he's well used to it by now. The smile is noted, as is the coolness, but Ciel can recognize it as familiar enough. Yet unlike Royce, Ciel still wears a scowl. ]

It's the duty of the Queen's Watchdog. I took upon the title of the Earl of Phantomhive when I was 12, and ever since, I have eliminated the Queen's distresses. My age doesn't matter so long as I am willing to work for Her Majesty.