Amidst the bustling ambiance of St. Paul's Cathedral, the Duke of Sussex graces the country to partake in the 10th-anniversary celebrations of a sporting competition today.
King Charles III's deliberate choice to abstain from meeting Prince Harry during his highly anticipated visit to the UK underscores the depth of his connection with Queen Camilla, thereby diminishing the likelihood of forgiveness for the Duke.
Confirmation surfaced yesterday regarding the non-convergence of the two dignitaries during Harry's sojourn in London this week, attributed to the King's brimming schedule of engagements.
While the Duke of Sussex's spokesperson corroborated this development, Buckingham Palace opted for silence beyond acknowledging the visit.
Grant Harrold, the King's erstwhile butler, expressed his thoughts on GB News, stating: "None of it quite adds up. And, as we are aware, the palace remains reticent about Harry's activities.
"Obviously, there have been remarks from spokespeople, yet there's a conspicuous absence of clarity regarding the progression of this relationship, which is disheartening.
"I continue to harbor hope, as I've previously mentioned, that this relationship will eventually mend. However, as time elapses, I find myself questioning if it's a bond beyond redemption."
When queried about the potential influence of Harry's remarks about Queen Camilla in his book, he remarked: "Undoubtedly. You can't publish such comments in a book and anticipate smooth sailing.
"It's intriguing because, personally, I always presumed they were all on good terms. That doesn't negate the possibility of underlying sentiments, but personally, I never witnessed any discord.
"It's truly disheartening... to witness a once-united family now fragmented."
Regarding the King, the 46-year-old reflected: "I have absolute certainty that he's deeply saddened by the deterioration of that relationship compared to the time I spent there.
Yesterday, a spokesperson for the Duke of Sussex stated that Harry comprehends the King's hectic schedule and the ensuing impossibility of a rendezvous this week.
They remarked: "In light of the numerous inquiries and persistent speculation surrounding The Duke's potential meeting with his father during his UK visit this week, regrettably, it will not come to fruition due to His Majesty's packed agenda.
"The Duke is, of course, understanding of his father's commitments and myriad other priorities, and eagerly anticipates their reunion in the near future."
