Nearly a month after Princess Katherine’s public announcement about her health, and once their children were settled back in the classroom following a break, Prince William resumed his public duties.

The King has been sharing updates along the way with well-wishers, friends, and Palace insiders, indicating that while the health crisis of the King and Katherine has brought William’s royal destiny to the forefront, it hasn’t suddenly made him think more about his future role.

“William reassured a volunteer that he would take care of his wife and told [them] we’re all doing well as he treads the tightrope of duty with his family and to his country,” said Palace insiders.

For William, everything hinges on his wife’s well-being.

Now, the Prince and Princess of Wales confront a different decision regarding their children’s participation in the upcoming Trooping the Colour ceremony amidst the cancer battle. Buckingham Palace now faces their first Trooping Sans Catherine since 2010. Reports suggest that the princess is expected to be away from public duties for some time, making it unclear whether any appearance from Catherine should be seen as a full return to public life.

The Trooping the Colour ceremony, scheduled for June 15th, holds a special place in the hearts of the young royals. Royal biographer Ingrid Seward commented, “Last year, the Prince and Princess of Wales, William and Catherine, with their three beloved children, George, Charlotte, and Louis, participated in this event and had some extremely adorable moments before the public.”

However, with Princess Catherine currently undergoing chemotherapy for an undisclosed cancer, it’s unlikely she will participate this year. This leaves the couple with the decision of whether their three children will attend. Traditionally, they arrive in a carriage with their mother, but with Prince William arriving on horseback this year, there won’t be a carriage for the kids.

“It might be a ‘you should stay behind with mummy’ moment really,” added the author. “I don’t think the kids will appear without her.”

While this year’s ceremony may be marked by Princess Katherine’s absence, it also serves as a testament to the unwavering spirit of the royal family in the face of adversity. As the whole country eagerly awaits the event, one thing remains certain: the bond of love and resilience that unites the British royal family will endure no matter the obstacles they face.

Princess Katherine has asked that the public and media respect her family’s privacy as she seeks to recover. Despite the palace sharing that she wouldn’t return to public duties for several months, conspiracy theories online questioning her health and whereabouts persist. However, amidst the emphasis on family life, the royal family draws strength to navigate through these challenging times.