Prince Harry Excluded from 30 Minute Meeting as King Responds to Mention of 'Money'

Prince Harry rushed across the Atlantic today to see King Charles following his shocking cancer diagnosis. Their reunion, however, lasted just 30 minutes as the Duke of Sussex was excluded from a more extended meeting. Harry arrived at Clarence House at around a quarter to 3, driven straight there with a police escort after a 10-hour flight from Los Angeles. This marked the first time Harry had seen his father since his coronation nine months ago. Yet, the meeting was brief; just half an hour later, at around a quarter to 4, the King and Queen were seen waving to crowds as they departed Clarence House.

Harry had flown from LAX airport on Monday evening and arrived at London's Heathrow earlier in the afternoon. Two black SUVs, which had been seen leaving Heathrow Airport's VIP suite, arrived at the Royal Residence at approximately 2:42 p.m. It's understood they had a brief chat inside Clarence House before Harry departed shortly afterward. King Charles, alongside Queen Camilla, was pictured for the first time since revealing his cancer diagnosis on Monday night as he left Clarence House. The King is understood to be heading to Buckingham Palace, where a helicopter was pictured landing earlier, ready to take him to Sandringham.

Experts had hoped Harry's trip signaled a truce with Charles, but there's little sign of reconciliation with his brother William. A source close to the Prince of Wales stated there were no plans for a meeting. Additionally, a palace insider leaked that Harry mentioned money in his conversation with King Charles, prompting the King to dismiss him, saying, "You can go now." While efforts were made to control his anger, the King's demeanor indicated his displeasure.

Harry's 10-hour journey for a meeting lasting only 30 to 45 minutes raises questions. With at least 10 minutes spent on logistics and departure, the substantive meeting time was likely much shorter. The King, burdened with pressing matters, may not have had time for small talk. Furthermore, any discussion with Harry would likely involve information already public or soon to be.

This situation underscores the consequences of Harry's and Meghan's choices. Their actions have strained relationships and created tension within the royal family. The headline of Harry rushing to his ailing father's side may have been what he wanted, but the monarchy swiftly quashed any notions of a warm welcome, further humiliating Harry and reaffirming that his intrusion was unwelcome and unauthorized. Harry's desperation for financial security amid concerns about his inheritance in the event of his father's passing adds another layer of complexity to the situation.