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Prince William and Kate Middleton may become king and queen much sooner than they expected, as King Charles III of the United Kingdom continues his battle with cancer. Although the monarch remains optimistic, his son has taken on many responsibilities.

“Although the King has been carrying out his duties with his usual determination, he has had to impose some restrictions during his cancer treatment,” royal biographer Sally Bedell Smith told People magazine, “As a result, William has taken on more responsibilities, and he and Kate have begun preparing for their future roles earlier than they might have expected.

As the insider adds, there is a “sense of calm before the storm” in the palace. “They’re lining up for the biggest job of their lives, and of course, Kate’s health has been top of mind, but it’s also allowed everyone to take a step back and realize what’s important right now,” the close source said, emphasizing the chemotherapy Middleton had to undergo this year.

“Behind the scenes, plans continue to be made for their possible succession, and the Princess of Wales is becoming increasingly aware of the new reality. A clear picture of their future emerged on December 7, when William joined world leaders to attend the official opening of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris on behalf of his father and met with newly elected US President Donald Trump.

The transfer of the throne will inevitably come, although it remains a difficult, but at the time carefully considered, path. “Their circumstances will change over time. Given what the future holds, it would be very wise for them to recover slowly and prioritize family time,” the insider said.