When the world sees King Charles III and Queen Camilla shoulder to shoulder on royal duties, what is happening behind the scenes may come as a surprise to many. Despite the fact that they loved each other dearly in their 17 years of married life, people familiar with the matter revealed that they took an unconventional approach — they would definitely be separated for a while.
Unlike traditional couples, who are always in each other's company, Charles and Camilla have intelligently maintained a mutual understanding that the king sometimes needs his own "private space". From dawn to dusk, their schedules are full, and after returning from a busy overseas trip, observers at the airport will notice a telltale sign - the arrival of "his and her" limousines.
While Camilla travels to her Lemuel Country House in Wiltshire to rest in the countryside, Charles heads to his beloved home in Gloucestershire, Highgrove House. There, he could fully immerse himself in his love of gardening, agriculture and take walks in the tranquility of nature – activities that he rarely had time for in his busy royal schedule. According to a person familiar with the matter, the Kings are very much looking forward to these short breaks where they can decompress alone.
But if you think that Camilla is just doing nothing and missing her husband's company, you are very wrong. On the contrary, she is happy to use these opportunities to keep in touch with her friends and family.
As a down-to-earth woman who values privacy, Camilla enjoys a few days of resting in the idyllic English countryside without the paparazzi prying eyes. She'll ride a horse, enjoy a cozy lunch and refreshment time, or just hang out with her beloved Jack Russell Terrier.
While this unconventional arrangement may come as a surprise, it has worked wonders for this unique royal couple. According to an aide at Buckingham Palace, "It may not be everyone's liking, but the time apart is really good for them." They get better because of it. ”
The king and queen understand that their duties can cause them tremendous psychological and physical stress, so recharging in solitude helps them become the best versions of each other.
Interestingly, even under the same roof, Charles and Camilla maintain a certain degree of independence. Whether it's at Windsor Castle or Berkhor Manor in Scotland, it's not uncommon to see the couple enjoying different activities in different areas of their sprawling homes. On weekends, Camila hides in her TV nest to watch her favorite TV series, such as The Crown. Meanwhile, Charles grows vegetables in the greenhouse and plays classical ** in the library while poring over heritage documents.
They have no concept of interdependence at all, but respect each other's need to be alone. They occasionally eat together at the table during breaks and then engage in a lively discussion about the day's work or a lively debate on current events. But make no mistake – their marriage is based on mutual love, care, understanding, and partnership, not long-term companionship.
Those who know the royal couple best prove that this balanced approach is the key to their long and happy marriage. While they agreed that, as titular leaders of the royal family, they were an excellent team in public, in private they gave each room to recharge and pursue independent interests.
As the Queen herself once humorously said, "You know what they say – you can share everything with your husband, even **!."
These eye-opening discoveries raise interesting questions about modern human relationships. In this hyper-connected age, are we putting too much emphasis on the ideal of always being "together"?
Charles and Camilla proved that intimacy is an emotional and spiritual connection, not a physical one. Respecting each other's individual needs for solitude helps maintain passion, while maintaining independent friendships and hobbies can prevent the spread of interdependence.
Of course, this formula may not work for every couple. But for these 70-somethings who have stood the test of time, their pragmatic approach has made for one of the most successful royal marriages in modern history. While responsibility requires them to serve side by side, the wisdom learned from years of experience reminds them that apart for a while can bring people closer in the long run.
With deep affection and admiration, the nation watched as these formidable monarchs redefined what it means to maintain a relationship.