In a recent revelation, insiders close to the British royal family have indicated that King Charles is open to mending his strained relationship with his younger son, Prince Harry. This sentiment comes in the wake of Prince Harry's recent visit to the U.K. for the WellChild Awards. Notably, during this trip, reports emerged that the Duke of Sussex did not spend time with either his father, King Charles, or his brother, Prince William. However, sources suggest that this trip should not be seen as a reflection of Harry's relationship with the monarch.
"The King loves his son very much but he has been mortally wounded by what he has done," a source shared. King Charles, it seems, is not in favor of public disputes, with the insider adding, "If the talks take place, the King will make it very clear that there will be absolutely no private family business discussed in public moving forward."
Throughout their lives, King Charles has affectionately referred to Prince Harry as his "darling boy." A close friend of the family believes that despite their public disagreements, the father and son duo will find a way to reconcile. "I'm sure [the King] misses him. Harry is entertaining, warm, and very loving as well. And they had a great relationship," the source revealed.
The late Queen Elizabeth played a pivotal role in keeping the royal family united. Her passing has presented an opportunity for King Charles to emulate her leadership and navigate the family through these challenging times. A source close to the royal household remarked, "[The Queen] managed to navigate these choppy waters, and that's why she was always admired and loved - because she got the family through. [Charles] will have to show that he can do that."
However, not all is rosy. Despite the optimism from some quarters, another source believes that the relationship between Harry, Charles, and William has hit an all-time low. "While some may suggest it would be good order for the family to settle their differences, perhaps even in the late Queen's memory, things are a long way off," the insider stated. This source further added that during his European tour, Harry had "no intention" of meeting his immediate family.
In conclusion, while King Charles appears to be extending an olive branch, the path to reconciliation with Prince Harry may still be fraught with challenges. Only time will tell if the royal family can overcome their differences and find a way back to each other.
