Sophie Wessex and Meghan Markle: A Tale of Contrasting Paths

Too dirty.

Those were the words that escaped Meghan Markle's lips as Sophie Wessex foiled her devious plot during the Queen's funeral.

As outsiders within the royal family, Sophie and Meghan share a connection that goes beyond what Meghan is willing to acknowledge.

Prince Edward married Sophie when she was 34 years old, making her the only woman from the royal family with her own career and business.

Later on, Meghan entered the picture, marrying Prince Harry, one of the Queen's beloved grandsons and next in line for the throne.

Initially, Sophie extended a helping hand to Meghan, but it didn't take long for her to realize that Meghan had her own hidden agenda.

Their friendship quickly dissolved, and the passing of the Queen has only further cemented the divide between them.

Sophie Wessex has managed to gain acceptance within the royal family, even becoming an integral part of “the firm.”

Her success can be attributed to one simple fact: she became one of Queen Elizabeth II's favorites long before she married Prince Edward.

The Queen assumed a motherly role in Sophie's life, and the Countess wholeheartedly embraced her new royal existence.

With King Charles III set to ascend the throne, Prince Edward will be named the Duke of Edinburgh, making Sophie a royal duchess.

According to insiders, this promotion is well-deserved for a woman who has consistently demonstrated her loyalty and dedication to the family.

On the other hand, Meghan Markle's relationship with the royal family has been fraught with tension.

Not only did she distance herself from the family, but she also distanced Prince Harry from his own kin.

The divide between the couple and the rest of the royals is evident, and as more details emerge about their troubled relationship, it becomes increasingly clear that Meghan may never be fully embraced by the close-knit circle.

Sophie Wessex could have been a potential bridge for Meghan into the inner circle, but Meghan chose to reject her.

In other news, Prince William, the Prince of Wales, is reportedly still seething over the mistreatment he and Kate Middleton endured and is awaiting an apology from Meghan Markle and Prince Harry.

According to The Hollywood Gossip, quoting The Telegraph, Prince William remains deeply hurt by their actions.

The article suggests that William and Kate cannot move forward until Harry and Meghan acknowledge the pain they have caused, let alone apologize for it.

The report further highlights their belief that Oprah Winfrey crossed a line and that someone should acknowledge the motivations behind it and the resulting anguish.

Following the death of Queen Elizabeth, William, Harry, Meghan, and Kate attempted to reconcile and appeared together to pay tribute to the monarch.

However, trust has been shattered, and a lasting peace remains elusive, according to The Telegraph.