By mid-August, their physical distance continued to grow. Harry was away, participating in a charity polo match in Singapore with a quick stopover in Japan, while Meghan enjoyed a Taylor Swift concert in LA and celebrated her 42nd birthday belatedly with friends.
This growing physical separation raised concerns among observers, and another troubling sign emerged when Meghan was seen without her custom triple diamond engagement ring, personally designed by Harry. Speculation ran rampant about the reasons behind this. Meghan claimed the ring was undergoing repairs, but she had been spotted without it on multiple occasions since May. Her decision not to wear it fueled rumors of trouble in their marriage, leading some sources to suggest that it might have been a deliberate message to Harry, expressing her dissatisfaction with their relationship.
According to some sources, King Charles had made it clear that if Meghan were to divorce, she would lose her royal titles. Upon the divorce settlement, she would only be known as Miss Henry Mountbatten Windsor and would receive a settlement but no spousal support.
Curiously, Harry was frequently seen going to the gym in a different city, fueling rumors that he had either moved or established a separate residence. Reports suggested that Harry's Montecito mansion had been put up for rent for nearly two years and appeared to have been sold in 2022.
A convoy of vehicles, including moving lorries, was spotted leaving Harry's Montecito mansion shortly after his return from a charity trip abroad. The belongings were headed for storage, and Harry's personal items were en route to his new place. However, some royal watchers speculated that Harry might have left behind some of his clothes.
Megan and Harry, both seen staying in hotels, seemed to have drifted apart in their living arrangements. Meghan set up shop at the Santa Pedro branch, while Harry was hopping between apartments. The strain on their relationship was palpable, with disagreements about money and failed projects being frequent sources of conflict.
Publicly, they maintained a united front, but behind closed doors, tensions were running high. Megan blamed Harry for their predicament, and their constant disputes over finances and failed ventures took a toll. The couple recognized the need for some time apart, with Harry's recent trips to Asia serving as a cooling-off period. He was also planning an extended trip to Africa later in the year to work on a Netflix documentary series without Meghan.
Their physical separation was apparent, but it was a strategic move for Meghan to distance herself further from Harry, aiming to revitalize her career. She had signed with Hollywood super agent Arya Manuel and was garnering renewed attention for her role in the long-running series "Suits," which recently gained popularity on Netflix.
Meghan was undergoing a complete rebranding, aspiring to become a global celebrity influencer, while Harry continued to dedicate his efforts to the charitable causes he had championed during his tenure as a working member of the Royal Family.
Notably, their team's focus was shifting more towards Meghan's solo projects than their joint endeavors, which raised questions about their unity and teamwork. It seemed that Meghan and Harry had already separated and were leading independent lives, although this news had not yet been publicly confirmed.
According to Tom Bauer, a journalist and expert on the British royal family, the couple had already separated and were living independently, although official confirmation was still pending.
