A Princess of Wales' story

39.

2010

The atmosphere at Kensington Palace buzzed with excitement as Faith, who just turned Eighteen, prepared for her first solo outing to a public place, accompanied by security. Charles, recognizing Faith's milestone birthday and her growing independence, made the decision to allow her to venture out with the appropriate precautions in place.

"Are you sure about this, Charles?" Diana asked with a hint of concern as she watched Faith gather her things.

Charles nodded reassuringly, his gaze filled with pride. "I believe Faith is ready for this step. She's proven herself to be responsible and mature beyond her years."

"I know, she is way beyond smart, but I can't help but worry, oh how our little girl has grown so much "Diana says getting emotional.

"It feels like yesterday I held my baby girl for the first time. But we must let her have her independence" Charles agreed.

"Now tell me how's my outfit today." Charles shifts the subject to stop Diana getting emotional more.

"Charles, you simply must wear the blue tie today. It brings out the color of your eyes," she playfully teased him about his choice of attire.

Charles chuckled in response, "Ah, but my dear, I believe the red tie is more fitting for today's meetings."

"Then why did you ask me?" she playfully glared at him making him laugh.

Meanwhile, Philip approached Charles with a confident smile, eager to share their plans for the day. "Sir, I've arranged for Faith to visit Imperial College with me today. We'll be accompanied by security, of course."

With Phil by her side, Faith was eager to explore Imperial College, the university where he had been studying medicine for the past three years. Although Faith did Als when she was fifteen had been selected to study at Oxford being the top of the country that year, she waited until she is eighteen to go to university. Charles at Diana wanted her to wait to have more freedom and get her university experience to the fullest. her decision to attend Imperial College this year and study Bio medical engineering was fueled by her desire to remain close to her parents.

Charles nodded in approval, smiling warmly. "it's a wonderful idea, Phil. Faith has been looking forward to exploring the campus with you. Make sure she stays safe and enjoys herself."

Phil beamed with excitement. "Absolutely, sir. I'll make sure Faith is in good hands."

"Papa, I promise I'll be careful," Faith approached Charles, her eyes shining with excitement as she hugged him tightly. Then she hugged Diana giving her a kiss in cheek. "Goodbye mummy"

Charles and Diana smiled proudly at his daughter; their hearts filled with mixed emotions at seeing her take this important step. "Goodbye darling. Just remember to stay close to your security detail." Diana reminds her.

Faith and Phil set off for Imperial College, accompanied by security. As they embarked on their adventure, Charles and Diana watched proudly from the palace gates, their hearts swelling with pride at seeing their daughter take her first steps into adulthood with confidence and grace.

As Phil showed Faith around Imperial College, Faith couldn't help but notice the curious glances and whispered comments from the other students. Phil took her hand gently, guiding her through the campus with a reassuring smile, making sure she felt comfortable and at ease in her new surroundings.

As they walked together, Faith couldn't help but notice the curious glances and whispered comments from the other students.

"Hey, isn't that the princess?" one student whispered to her friend, nudging her subtly.