Queen Elizabeth has reportedly been deeply affected by the decision of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, to step down as working members of the royal family.

Her reaction was succinct yet poignant when discussing her emotions with a royal source.

In an excerpt from the upcoming book “The New Royals,” insights into Queen Elizabeth’s distress and concerns about the future of the monarchy are disclosed.

The insider shared that Queen Elizabeth expressed feeling hurt and emotionally drained by the situation, stating, “I don’t know, I don’t care, and I don’t want to think about it anymore.”

The late Queen’s sorrow stemmed from the perceived lack of quality time she could spend with her great-grandchildren, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.

Renowned royal expert and author Katie Nicholl delved into the details in her book, highlighting the disappointment felt by Queen Elizabeth.

Nicholl revealed that the Queen was particularly saddened by Prince Harry and Meghan’s decision not to partake in the traditional family sleepover at Balmoral in August.

This annual gathering, where the Queen hosted her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, was a cherished event for her.

The absence of the Sussexes during this occasion left Queen Elizabeth yearning for more moments with Archie and Lilibet, whom she had limited opportunities to bond with.

During the Sussexes’ visit to the UK in June 2022 for the Platinum Jubilee celebrations, Queen Elizabeth only had the chance to meet Lilibet once before her passing at Balmoral three months later.

The missed opportunity for a family gathering at Balmoral further accentuated the Queen’s sense of loss and separation from her great-grandchildren.