Prince Harry and Meghan Markle appeared to have been uncharacteristically quiet as the royal family faced the inevitable downfall of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor – dragged away by police on the morning of his 66th birthday.
Since the arrest, which was made on Thursday, the royals seem to be in crisis mode, making sure they do their duties and stay focused on work. King Charles also released a statement to reassure the public that “the law will take its course”, even if it is for his brother.
Although there had been no official response from the Sussex office, the Duchess of Sussex hinted at a celebration just days after the arrest. On Saturday, the As Ever founder shared a simple and effortless hosting tip for a special night and the best way to propose a toast.
“A simple hosting tip we always come back to,” the caption read. “Chill your brut well, pour slowly and finish with a few fresh raspberries for garnish. Effortless, simple and equally festive enough for an easy night in or before a fun night out.”
The timing doesn’t seem like a coincidence, as Meghan has picked up a few royal tricks on subtle messaging. Also, it’s an interesting choice of words that suggests some old wounds they suffered at the hands of the royals.
Harry famously wrote in memoirs Spare parts and made his feelings clear to his disgraced uncle and the unfair treatment he and his family received when they left the royal family.
“He was involved in a shameful scandal, accused of sexually assaulting a young woman, and no one had so much as suggested that he was losing his security,” Harry wrote.
“Whatever complaints people had against us, sex crimes were not on the list.”
Experts have pointed out the old wounds Harry and Meghan have suffered at the hands of Buckingham Palace and why the “bitter rivers run deep”. It feels like an ‘I told you so’ moment, but the Sussexes are holding their own with grace so far.
Despite the scenario, Harry and Meghan are likely to be relieved and think it’s better to say nothing out loud for now and let events take their course.
