The royal family has been facing some serious trouble since King Charles and Princess Kate Middleton were diagnosed with cancer earlier this year. While the royal sources have confirmed that the king is recuperating well, some reports also suggested that his health has been deteriorating and the royal officials are even looking into the funeral arrangements.
As he grapples with this health battle, the monarch is also obviously contemplating the future of the throne in his absence. While some reports earlier claimed that Prince William and Kate Middleton are under a lot of stress about the possibility of taking up the throne, as the king’s health diminishes. Sources have now revealed that the king, on the other hand, is relieved that his elder son would be stepping into his shoes. Here’s what the source said.
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King Charles Is Relieved As Prince William And Kate Middleton Are Poised To Take Over The Throne
Some royal insiders have revealed that King Charles takes solace in the fact that Kate Middleton and Prince William are the ones who will ascend to the throne if something is to happen to him. “Elizabeth would have been so proud of Kate. And Charles definitely is. It gives him great comfort to know that she and William are prepared to take the throne,” a source was quoted as saying by OK! Magazine USA.
Moving with grace under pressure, Kate Middleton is also battling cancer alongside her husband Prince William. “She learned early on to exercise remarkable discretion and composure,” the source said, highlighting that the Princess is seemingly committed to upholding royal traditions. “In two decades, she has rarely made a misstep. She always toes the family line,” the source added of Princess Kate.
Further elaborating how she would be a fitting choice to take over the royal responsibilities if something is to happen to the monarch, the source said, “Kate followed Elizabeth’s lead in every way and has vowed to honor her legacy.” Given all these aspects about the Prince and the Princess, the monarch is seemingly relieved about the ascending of his throne.
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King Charles Is Under Treatment Since Cancer Diagnosis, Though Updates On His Health Remain Unclear
King Charles’s health journey, meanwhile, has been no secret. Reports of his recent prostate surgery followed by a cancer diagnosis left many shocked, though he is currently under treatment. Despite the challenges, the king has so far shown optimism about his treatment, while also carrying on with his royal duties.
“His majesty has today commenced a schedule of regular treatments,” a statement announcing his cancer diagnosis in February revealed. While the road ahead may be uncertain for the monarch, his decision to share his diagnosis was lauded by many.
He clarified at the time that he does want to be discreet about his treatment as speaking openly about it would also help raise awareness about cancer. With the monarchy facing potential transitions, all eyes are on Prince William and Kate Middleton, who are also fighting their own battle with Kate’s diagnosis.
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