However reports around the world speak of a ‘frosty’ reception between the couple following rumours of the Prince’s affair.
Walking side-by-side into the palace, the couple appeared tense as they walked to greet the diplomatic corps.
The couple kept a polite distance and barely exchanged words as they walked towards the Knights’ Hall, flanked by soldiers.
The atmosphere remained cold when they took their place beside Queen Margrethe inside the hall, both dressed formally for the occasion.
There has been speculation that Queen Margrethe‘s abdication may have been driven to save the marriage of her son and Princess Mary in the wake of the alleged ‘affair’.
