King Charles Faces a New Crisis as His Sister Princess Anne Retires from Public Life

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King Charles had to face a family crisis as his youngest son Prince Harry reportedly caused a scene at Balmoral Castle, where the Queen spent her final days. According to a new biography by royal expert Robert Hardman, Prince Harry was furious when he was asked to come alone to see his grandmother, without his wife Meghan Markle and their two children Archie and Lilibet.

The book, titled 'Charles III: New King, New Court. The Inside Story', claims that Prince Harry 'raged' at his father and accused him of excluding his family from the royal fold. The book also reveals that Prince Harry was unaware that his sister-in-law Princess Kate, who had become the Princess of Wales after King Charles' coronation, had also decided to stay away from Balmoral, in order to be with her children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, who were starting their new school at Lambrook.

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According to Thenews, The book suggests that Prince Harry felt betrayed and isolated by his father and his brother Prince William, who had both travelled to Scotland to be with the Queen. Prince Harry had already been estranged from the royal family since his decision to step back from his senior role and move to the US with his wife and children in early 2020. He had also given several explosive interviews, in which he criticised the monarchy and accused some members of racism and neglect.

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The book also details how King Charles had to deal with the 'drama' created by Prince Harry, while grieving for his mother and preparing for his new role as the head of state. The book says that King Charles was 'devastated' by the Queen's death, which he learned while he was foraging for mushrooms in the grounds of Balmoral. He had to rush back to the castle and take charge of the funeral arrangements and the transition of power.

The book also describes how King Charles tried to reconcile with his son and to heal the rift in the family. He invited Prince Harry and his family to attend the Queen's funeral at Westminster Abbey, and to join him for a private meeting at Clarence House afterwards. He also offered to pay for their security and travel expenses, and to give them a royal title and a role in his new court. However, Prince Harry declined the offer and said that he wanted to live a 'normal' life away from the spotlight.

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The book also reveals how King Charles faced criticism and opposition from the public and the media over his controversial policies and decisions as the new king. He had to deal with the backlash over his plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda for processing and resettlement, which was challenged in court and condemned by human rights groups. He also had to deal with the fallout over his divorce from Camilla Parker Bowles, whom he had married in 2005, and his remarriage to his long-time friend Rose Hanbury, the Marchioness of Cholmondeley.

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The book portrays King Charles as a 'tragic' figure, who had to cope with a 'damaged' family and a 'divided' nation, while trying to fulfil his mother's legacy and his own vision. The book also suggests that King Charles faced an uncertain future, as his popularity and legitimacy were questioned by many, and as his son Prince William and his grandson Prince George waited in the wings to succeed him.