Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s two daughters would have expected to be under the protection of King Charles until several weeks ago, when Buckingham Palace issued the announcement of Princess Eugenie’s pregnancy.
There was also talk of Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie being invited to Royal Ascot, but given recent events, it appears the sisters are back in the danger zone.
An imminent eviction notice looms over them as public backlash followed the NAO audit report revealing they have been living “rent-free” in the houses of grace and favour.
Furthermore, the mere association with Andrew’s shaming in Epstein’s files has already caused them a lot of trouble in their social circles.
Charles still has a soft side with his two nieces, but William makes no exceptions for his cousins. However, a royal expert disputes the claim and suggests that the future king cannot burn all bridges for the sake of the monarchy.
“William represents the next generation of royalty, it won’t be a million years before he is king,” royal expert Duncan Larcombe wrote in New magazine.
The expert said William realizes that, just as Princess Anne and Prince Edward have played a very important role for King Charles, he also needs “some peripheral royals to support the work of the royal family.”
The appearance at Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling’s wedding was the “biggest indication” that they are still an “important part.” William being polite to his cousins could be considered a power move.
However, one misstep by the sisters could destroy all chances of a place in the royal fold.
