Princess Kate and Prince William have embraced a "fresh start" following the future Queen's cancer treatment, with their recent trip to the Isle of Mull showcasing their renewed affection and strength as a couple.
The pair marked their 14th wedding anniversary on the stunning Scottish island, delighting locals with their warm approach and obvious devotion to one another.
After what Prince William previously described as a "brutal" year dealing with both Kate's and King Charles's cancer diagnoses, the couple appeared to have a spring in their step.
Kate, now in remission, was seen exchanging loving looks with William and placing her arms around him during their engagements.
Princess Kate ‘determined’ to send a message as she steps out with Prince William
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The couple prioritised time for themselves, sharing a tender moment on the shoreline, which was captured in a romantic photo they later shared on social media.
Their tactile behaviour throughout the visit demonstrated the strength of their marriage after facing significant health challenges together.
Former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond observed that Kate's love for William was evident in her gentle touches and direct eye contact.
"I think her love showed in the way she gently touched William, rubbing his back and looking so directly into his eyes as they exchanged a few private words - even though they were in public," she told the Mirror.
Princess Kate and Prince William have posed for a new photo in the Isle of MullX / The Prince and Princess of WalesBond added: "They looked like a couple of deliriously happy honeymooners, and it was a joy to watch."
Body language expert Judi James noted that Kate appeared "determined to allow the world to see the strength of their love now."
James observed how Kate can still "reduce her husband to a state of bashful shyness" with just a lingering glance.
The couple's trip to Mull was particularly meaningful as they had previously visited the island as students more than 20 years ago.
During their visit to the Isles of Mull and Iona, Kate and William toured the market and met members of the communityPADuring their anniversary visit, they stayed in a cosy self-catered cottage away from prying eyes.
Their romantic shoreline photo, shared on social media with a heart emoji, was signed "W & C" and captioned: "Wonderful to be back on the Isle of Mull. Thank you to everyone for such a warm welcome."
According to James, this was an "intentional gesture" to show their loving relationship and equal partnership.
"Their bodies pressed together and their arms entwined around each other's waists in a pose of completely mirrored affection and symmetry," James noted.
Prince William and Princess Kate visited the Isle of Mull, touring the picturesque town of Tobermory.
GettyThe couple ditched formal royal protocol throughout their visit, sporting matching country casuals of jeans and tweed blazers.
Kate showed off newly highlighted chestnut hair that glistened in the sunshine as they toured a market in Tobermory.
The princess was even spotted giving William a flirty pat on the bottom during their engagements.
Bond believes their hands-on approach bodes well for the monarchy's future, saying: "This is precisely the direction I think they should be going in."
