In a highly anticipated moment, Princess Catherine and Prince William were publicly seen together for the first time since her surgery in January.

This appearance quelled the swirling speculation about her whereabouts and sparked a myriad of fan reactions.

However, some onlookers have observed an entirely new dynamic.

Yet, the sighting also revived uneasy comparisons to a tumultuous period in royal history, with one fan commenting it was “reminiscent of Charles and Di at the end.”

Others voiced concern, suggesting “Will is mad with her!” and that it “reminds me of the pictures of his parents during their last year together,” with the prevailing sentiment being that they appeared “so unhappy.”

Amidst these observations, a notable portion of fans detected an undercurrent of “tension” between the royal couple. Skepticism about the state of their union was evident, with comments suggesting that Kate and William might not be on “good terms.” One particularly somber prediction from a fan was that “the wheels could be falling off this marriage,” a reflection on the unique pressures faced by those living a life of royal duty.

Despite the theories about their marriage, a faction of supporters emerged, encouraging Princess Catherine to “stay strong” and reassuring others that she would be fine now that she once again had her prince beside her, pointing to a resilient hope for their marriage’s future.

Adding a factual layer to the narrative, it was reported that the Princess of Wales was seen on Monday in public with Prince William, as the couple departed Windsor. Kensington Palace clarified that the Prince of Wales was on his way to the Commonwealth Day service at London’s Westminster Abbey, marking an important occasion in the royal calendar. Catherine’s absence from the service was noted, with it being understood that she had a private appointment elsewhere.

The royal family’s engagement with the public extended to social media, where they shared an Instagram carousel featuring various family members, including The Queen, The Prince of Wales, and The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, among others. The caption accompanying the post highlighted their attendance at the Commonwealth Day Service of Celebration at Westminster Abbey.