Prince William has promised to look after Catherine as she goes through her health challenges. During a brief outing, their touches and tender glances were too frequent to count. They seemed naturally drawn to each other, displaying behaviours typically seen in newlyweds. At one point, William put his arm around Catherine's back and she leaned closer, placing a hand on his waist, demonstrating their mutual support and care.

While William is not known for being emotional, his actions reflected the challenges of the past year. The royal family was not the only one showing affection, as Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, also showed warmth towards Catherine with a pat on the back to celebrate her achievements. After taking their seats on the balcony, professional lip readers observed the conversation between Sophie and Catherine.

Sophie asked Catherine if she liked William's beard, to which Catherine joked that she found it attractive. Sophie then commented that they were "better now", causing laughter. However, one expert interpreted Catherine's answer differently, suggesting that she had not been referring to the beard quite rightly. Notably, not everyone was initially receptive to William's beard, with Princess Charlotte being particularly upset when she first saw it, crying when it was revealed.

In a previous interview, William mentioned that this reaction led him to temporarily shave it off until he discussed it with her. Despite the difficulties of the past year, William and Catherine have remained committed to supporting each other and prioritizing kindness. Catherine has stressed the importance of teaching empathy to their three children, in order to promote compassionate leadership globally.

Recent polls have highlighted the Wells' status as one of the kindest members of the royal family, suggesting that many of their acts of kindness often go unnoticed. A source close to the royals confirmed their commitment to empathy and compassion, noting how much those on the receiving end of their kindnesses appreciate their gestures.