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Royal Drama Unfolds: Meghan Markle’s Departure from National Theatre Leads to Royal Rift
Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, made headlines once again as she was escorted out of London's National Theatre by royal security.
Her bag was unceremoniously thrown out of Frogmore, while her diary remained sealed by MR5, leaving a trail of speculation and controversy in her wake.
The incident occurred just before Meghan and Prince Harry announced their decision to step back from their royal duties.
Meghan had visited the National's Dauphin Theatre, where she serves as a patron, following comments by journalist Tom Bradby hinting at the couple's contemplation of their future plans.
Shortly after Meghan's visit, the couple took to Instagram to reveal their intention to divide their time between the UK and North America.
This decision came after spending Christmas in Canada, opting for a private holiday away from the traditional royal festivities at Sandringham with the rest of the royal family.
Despite the recent nature of the announcement, an old photo resurfaced showing Meghan being escorted out of a London theatre where she believed she had a scheduled meeting.
Queen Elizabeth had requested a meeting with Meghan on January 8, 2020, but due to conflicting schedules, Meghan arrived unaware that the meeting had been canceled.
Meghan's perception of the Queen as an elderly figure to be disregarded rather than respected led to a series of misunderstandings.
As she was swiftly taken to the airport with only a fraction of her belongings from Frogmore, her diary was left behind, having not been packed for the sudden departure.
Accompanied by royal protectors, Meghan was flown to Canada where she reunited with Prince Edward and Duchess Sophie before Harry faced the royal family alone.
Meghan had believed that their plans for a half-in, half-out arrangement were settled, including the ability to commercialize their brand and conduct meetings via Zoom.
However, tensions escalated during the Sandringham Summit when the Queen outlined strict conditions for the couple.
This included the denial of using their titles for commercial purposes and the ultimatum that they either fully commit to royal duties or sever ties with the monarchy entirely, risking financial support and sponsorships.
Harry's alleged frustration with the Queen's stance, coupled with his desire for her to persuade Meghan to stay, led to a heated exchange that reportedly upset Prince Charles and Prince William.
The rift deepened as Harry felt marginalized by William's attempts to influence his decisions, further straining the already fragile family dynamics.
Meghan's cryptic mention of diaries in a previous interview hinted at potential leverage against the royal family, only to discover that the diaries were securely stored and monitored by MI5.
The revelation that the diaries were meticulously safeguarded with multiple copies and intricate security measures underscored the complexity of the situation facing the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
As the royal saga unfolds, the intricacies of power dynamics, personal ambitions, and familial allegiances continue to shape the narrative surrounding Meghan and Harry's unprecedented departure from traditional royal protocols.
The repercussions of their decision reverberate through the corridors of Buckingham Palace, setting the stage for a new chapter in the tumultuous history of the British monarchy.