Queen Camilla’s worst fears may be coming true as rumors swirl about King Charles’s plans for the throne. Sources close to the royal family claim that King Charles is considering an unprecedented move to transfer the throne directly to Prince William and Catherine, bypassing Queen Camilla’s chance to fully share in the spotlight as queen. This potential shift is reportedly sparking tension within the royal household, with Camilla feeling sidelined and worried about her role and legacy in the monarchy.

If King Charles were to abdicate or arrange for a quicker transition to William and Catherine, it would signify a significant change in the traditional line of succession and could set a new precedent for the monarchy. The idea of a younger, modern monarchy with William and Catherine at the helm has been increasingly appealing to the British public, who view the couple as relatable, grounded, and forward-thinking. However, for Camilla, this shift could mean a diminished role after years of waiting by Charles’s side.

Royal insiders suggest that Camilla is grappling with the possibility that her influence may wane as William and Catherine take center stage. The prospect of a younger generation ascending the throne is one that reportedly keeps her on edge as she contemplates her place in a future shaped by change.

A “bitter rift” has been caused between King Charles and his wife Camilla, who is in a state of alarm, because he has disregarded her pleadings to take a break from his rigorous schedule. According to people who wish to remain anonymous, his reluctance is causing their marriage to collapse.

“Queen Camilla is terrified her stubborn husband is working himself to death as he gets intense chemotherapy treatments. She’s begging him to cut back his packed schedule, which includes a grueling overseas tour of Australia next month, but he won’t listen. They’ve known each other over 50 years and Camilla is the one, and sometimes ONLY, person he’ll listen to. But not anymore—and it’s rocking their almost 20-year marriage,” an anonymous insider told The National Enquirer.

According to sources within the royal family, King Charles, who is 75 years old, is determined to leave his stamp on the monarchy while he still has the opportunity to do so.

“Charles waited 70 years to take the throne and while he knows he can’t rival his mother, the late Queen Elizabeth, in longevity and popularity, he’s going to try until the end. His view is ‘There’s not much point being a king if you’re not going to act like a king.’ He says the royals need to be seen to be believed and that’s what he’s doing—consequences to his health be damned,” the undisclosed informant shared.

After receiving a diagnosis of an unrelated malignancy during a prostate operation in January, King Charles abruptly left his scheduled holiday to the family’s Scottish getaway at Balmoral Castle just hours after arriving, Cosmopolitan reported. This allegedly caused the royal marriage issue to flare.

“The king had no sooner taken part in the traditional welcoming ceremony than he was back in the air—alone. He flew hundred miles to Southport—an English town rocked by riots after three young children attending a Taylor Swift-themed dance class were brutally murdered. The following day, he was in London for a private meeting with bereaved parents before receiving more cancer treatment and heading back to Balmoral at the end of the week,” the tipster said.

The arduous and emotionally draining journey was the final straw that caused Camilla to break down and cry.

“She was apparently furious he broke off his holiday when he was desperately needs rest. I’m told tempers flared when [King] Charles blatantly disregarded her pleas to delay the trip. She’s being him to cut back engagements for months, but he just ignores her—and Camilla doesn’t like to be ignored. She waited a long time to become queen, enduring the humiliation of being publicly branded the mistress who broke up his marriage to Princess Diana. She doesn’t want King Charles keeling over anytime soon so she’d be kicked out of the palace!” the mole shared.

When he returned to Scotland, the atmosphere at their home in the Highlands became one of icy coldness.

“Camilla sees the toll the cancer and chemo are taking on [King] Charles. He’s lost weight and often looks frail. She wants him to prioritize his health and recovery, but it’s apparently like talking to a brick wall. Happy wife, happy life doesn’t apply here. [King] Charles is in charge and doesn’t want to hear No, Don’t or Musn’t. He’s determined to show he puts country above himself,” the spy stated.

“The King knows people are waiting for his heirs, Prince William and Princess Kate, who’s also battling cancer, to take the throne and he doesn’t want to be seen as a lame duck monarch,” it went on.

Business Times has reached out to King Charles and Queen Camilla for comments about the claims that their marriage is presently on the rocks. So, avid followers of the royal couple should take everything with a pinch of salt until everything is proven true and correct.