According to a Hollywood insider close to the Sussexes, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have cleared their schedules with the hope that Prince Charles, who is battling cancer, will extend an olive branch invitation for them to stay at Balmoral.
The entertainment executive, a close confidant of both Harry and Meghan, emphasized their earnest desire to use this summer as a turning point to mend relations with King Charles. They are fully prepared to fly to Balmoral should the invitation materialize and earnestly wish for it to happen.
Alongside offering support to the King in his battle against cancer, they are eager for their children to spend quality time with their grandfather.
Despite this hopeful gesture, royal experts caution that the rift between Prince William and Prince Harry, exacerbated by Kate's own cancer battle, is unlikely to heal anytime soon. Nonetheless, a source close to the Palace revealed that King Charles hasn't yet extended an invitation to Harry and Meghan. However, if an invitation were to come, it would likely be contingent on both children accompanying them.
While some close to King Charles are reportedly shielding him from interactions with his youngest son, the King himself is purportedly eager to meet his grandchildren, Archie and Lilibet, whom he has yet to see. There's a keen interest on his part to bond with them, according to insiders. Furthermore, it's rumored that King Charles desires proof of the children's existence and welfare, leading to speculation about potential DNA testing.
Any invitation extended to the Sussexes, whether to visit Balmoral or elsewhere, is seen more as a courtesy than a genuine desire by the British royal family to reunite with Meghan and Harry. Concerns about the children's welfare and legitimacy seem to loom large, with King Charles purportedly considering changes to the line of succession unless he sees them in person.
The future of Archie and Lilibet's titles may also hang in the balance, as rumors suggest that they may lose their prince and princess titles unless King Charles is assured of their presence and legitimacy. However, before his illness became public knowledge, King Charles took the initiative to inform both his sons personally about his condition. Prince Harry wasted no time and immediately flew to be by his father's side upon learning the news.
Despite hopes for reconciliation during Harry's visit to London, his meeting with King Charles reportedly lasted only a brief 45 minutes. There were concerns among the King's entourage that Prince William's brother may become more difficult to manage following the unexpected visit.
