I'm crying/laughing right now.
[ Somehow, he expected this. If Sebastian hadn't recognized him then it would be by some strange miracle that the boy earl would. Suffice to say, he was right. However, Claude was certain it was something that could be used to his advantage.
For now, keep it cool, Faustus. No sense in sabotaging yourself. If that's what he thought you were then perhaps that was a proper place to begin. Maybe. ]
Apologies, Earl Phantomhive. Rest assured, if there is anything, absolutely anything you need...