Although the King did ultimately attend, tensions are only said to have further ramped up between the two.
Charles’ plea comes amid claims that William, despite managing to “make nice” with Camilla, has long resented his stepmother because of her part in breaking up his parents’ marriage.
Charles had an affair with Camilla while he was married to Princess Diana, the mother of Prince William and his brother Harry.
Princess Diana died in 1997, a year after she and Charles divorced. Charles married Camilla in 2005 and the couple are celebrating their 21st anniversary.
“The way Camilla betrayed their mother has not been forgotten by either of Diana’s children,” a source said. “William is more diplomatic than Harry, so he’s tried to disguise his resentment.”
A source said William’s “ruthless” attitude towards his brother Harry has prompted the King’s fears that Camilla could be iced out once he accedes to the throne.
However, suggesting a rapprochement between the two may yet be reached, a source said William had been advised “from the top [that] he needs to become a true diplomat, someone who can rise above personal grievances and think strategically about the monarchy’s future.”
Buckingham Palace has been contacted for comment.
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