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Sources have revealed Prince Harry’s non-negotiable condition regarding Prince William, which could be a stumbling block for any potential Royal comeback. The Duke of Sussex is reportedly all about “making a success of his life” across the pond and seems content with his choice to abandon the Royal lifestyle, according to those in Harry’s inner circle.
Yet, Harry would reputedly be receptive to a temporary role with the royals if King Charles came calling. But any return for Harry – who turns 40 next week – to the royal fold would be contingent on William apologizing to him. Harry’s friends feel that he is aware of his brother’s stance after The Mirror revealed that Prince William feels there was “zero chance” of a Royal return post-Harry’s bombshell book, Spare.
At 39, Harry didn’t hold back in his memoir, taking swipes at senior royals, including claims that both the King and Prince William would leave the Royal Family if they could. The brothers haven’t spoken for months and are not in contact. They even avoided contact at their uncle Lord Fellows’ funeral in Norfolk last month, reports the Mirror.
Reports over the weekend suggested that Harry had been in contact with old friends to sketch out a “blueprint” for a possible future mingling in UK high society. The Mirror has learned that thoughts of a Royal comeback for Harry are “far from his mind” and any discussions with former aides would be “purely for strategic and friendly advice”, not part of any scheme to rejoin the Royal circle.
Sources close to Harry assert that, given the health complications faced by the King and Princess of Wales this year, the Duke is open and prepared to help the family if needed. Harry’s friends report that he’s keen on mending ties with Prince Charles, particularly in light of recent health concerns.
However, Daily Mail’s Royal editor Rebecca English suggests The Royal Family won’t accept Harry’s ultimatum. Speaking on Palace Confidential, she remarked: “As regards to the apology, what I think this boils down to is the Royal Family have called his bluff.
“They haven’t reacted to any of his demands or his threats, either publicly or privately, I mean they, pretty much, have ignored the fact that Spare had been published.”
English contends that keeping silent is the “right approach” for the royals in dealing with Harry’s various allegations and statements. She concluded: “It’s like don’t listen, don’t make a fuss, don’t give into it, just let it through [and] it’ll blow away and harmony will restore itself.”
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