The solemn atmosphere at Westminster Hall was palpable as the royal family gathered to bid farewell to their cherished matriarch, Queen Elizabeth II.

In a poignant display of unity, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, stood together, determined to remove any trace of disloyalty within their ranks.

Despite their red-rimmed eyes, the royal ladies-in-mourning exuded a resolute strength through their body language.

As the Countess of Wessex nervously glanced through the open door, it was evident that the end had arrived.

The sight of four royal ladies, waiting for Her Majesty’s coffin at the entrance of Westminster Hall, evoked memories of past mourning rituals.

In 1952, Queen Elizabeth II, the Queen Mother, and Queen Mary had all stood in the same room to mourn King George VI.

Yesterday, each person’s thoughts were solely focused on bidding farewell to their beloved monarch.

Queen Consort Camilla struggled to hold back her tears, staring ahead with unwavering composure.

She wore a glittering diamond-stick insect brooch, a personal favorite.

Standing beside her was Princess Diana, whose face bore the weight of the previous days’ strain.

Touchingly, she wore the queen’s diamond and pearl-leaf brooch.

While they waited, Catherine occasionally leaned over to speak to Sophie, maintaining a calm demeanor and keeping her attention fixed on the distance.

Interestingly, a noticeable divide seemed to exist between Sophie and Meghan, while the three working royals remained united.

As one of the few journalists granted access to this intimate moment, I observed the body language of these women, which spoke volumes to all in attendance.

From my vantage point above, Meghan, the Duchess of Hypocrisy, appeared self-conscious.

Though appropriately dressed, her posture revealed a palpable awkwardness, underscoring the extent of the rift between her and the rest of the royal family.

Meghan, clutching a pair of black leather gloves, seemed unsure of how to navigate the situation.

At times, she would rest her left hand in her pocket, searching for a sense of belonging.

This gave her an opportunity to draw closer to her husband’s aunts, Queen Consort Camilla and Catherine, who currently hold the highest positions among the senior women in the royal family.

The frail Duke of Kent, the queen’s cousin, sat beside her, displaying immense courage in his full military uniform.

The 20-minute service, witnessed by only a select few, felt deeply personal.

The television cameras were discreetly placed in glass booths, while MPs, peers, and high commissioners of the realms occupied positions towards the back of the grand hall.

Seven loyal ladies-in-waiting stood close to the entrance, having served the queen faithfully for over six decades.

Following them, members of the Gloucester, Kent, Ogleby, Chateau, and Snowden families entered, each loved and cherished by our queen.

The queen’s youngest grandchildren, Lady Louise, James, Count Severn, Princess Eugenie, and Princess Beatrice, along with their spouses, were the last to join the gathering.

The entrance of the queen’s casket into Westminster Hall was announced by the choir of His Majesty’s Chapel Royal, St. James Palace.

Adorned with a royal standard, the imperial state crown, and a wreath made of white roses, dahlias, and pine, the coffin held deep symbolism and reverence.

Its placement on a regal catafalque, adorned in purple and gold, with tall candles at each corner, commanded attention.

As the coffin passed, the Countess of Wessex appeared inconsolable.

Queen Consort Camilla, Catherine, Sophie, and Meghan all curtsied before rejoining their husbands for the procession up the center of the hall.

Throughout the service, conducted by the Archbishop of Canterbury with assistance from the Dean of Westminster, the family stood in unwavering solidarity, their gaze fixed on the coffin.

When the service concluded, the women made a graceful sweep towards the coffin, while the men bowed their heads in respect.

As the senior royals began to depart, Prince Harry and Meghan were the only couple holding hands, a small display of unity amidst challenging times.

The king’s heavy sigh and upward glance hinted at the difficult days that lay ahead.

A devoted group of courtiers and servants followed the family, notably absent was Angela Kelly, the queen’s dresser, who had remained by her side until the end.

Westminster Hall, a place steeped in history and significance, now serves as the focal point for the nation’s farewell to its greatest head of state.

In the words of Queen Elizabeth II during her diamond jubilee, “We are reminded here of our past, of the continuity of our national story.”

With the support of her family, she renews her commitment to serving the country and its people.

As we witness this historic moment, let us reflect on the resilience, ingenuity, and tolerance that have shaped our nation.

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