Harold notes that Charles has followed in the Queen's footsteps in some ways, such as ceasing to travel abroad for official events. However, Charles has also added his unique touch to his role. Harold believes that change is on the horizon, pointing to alterations in the way official events, like military parades, are conducted.
One notable change is the transformation of the balcony scene during military parades. In the Queen's era, it resembled Piccadilly Circus, but now it has taken on a different and more streamlined appearance. Charles is intent on managing the royal roles internally, gradually reducing the royal family to what he considers a "nuclear family." As the younger generations of Royal cousins pass away, the family becomes smaller.
Despite his seven years of service as Charles's butler, Harold doesn't believe that Charles is seeking revenge or personal vendettas. Instead, he sees Charles's approach as more pragmatic and business-like, focused on efficiency and making sense of the monarchy's roles.
Meanwhile, Prince Charles's younger sister, Princess Anne, has shared her thoughts on weight loss, acknowledging that it's a topic of growing concern. She suggests that it's a legitimate issue in a time when more people are paying attention to it.
As Charles returns from a three-day visit to friends, which took him from Paris to Bordeaux, he and his wife, Queen Camilla, are gearing up to host a state dinner for South Korean President John Sokol in November. Charles's early reign has brought about some changes and adaptations, and the world continues to watch the evolution of the British monarchy under his leadership.
