The Royal Family is famed for its well-timed photo-ops and subtle messages, especially when they are unable to make a direct remark on the subject.
Prince Harry's feud with the royals has grown in recent weeks, particularly following his BBC interview on his UK security verdict. To make matters worse, documents from Harry's private meeting with uncle Charles Spencer revealed his plans to shed the royal family name.
While King Charles' estranged son has not heard back from the royal family, it is evident that even the slimmest hope of reconciliation now appears unlikely.
In an emotional letter to the UK commemorating a key milestone, Harry appeared to emphasize the value of gestures.
The Duke of Sussex, who formerly sponsored a number of organizations in his native country as a working royal, maintains contact with some of them because he feels emotionally tied to them.
Despite the back-and-forth of emotional blows between the Sussexes and the royals, Harry heard some good news regarding the record-breaking mission to collect donations for military organizations, particularly Scotty's Little Soldiers.
Kevin Godlington, an ex-Special Forces soldier who took part in the challenge, released the letter on social media, in which Harry offered his "warmest congratulations".
"I felt obligated to reach out and share my. "What you've accomplished is nothing short of extraordinary," he wrote. "Reaching the top of the world is an immense physical and mental challenge in its own right - but doing it with purpose, to honour and support military families, elevates this feat to another level entirely."
He said that he was "particularly moved to hear that Corporal Lee Scott's name tag made the journey with you."
He went on, "That gesture says volumes, and I know it would have meant everything to Nikki. her family and everyone at Scotty's.
"I appreciate your strength, activism, and willingness to make the climb on behalf of others. You've not only climbed Everest, but you've also drawn attention to the sacrifices of our military community in a manner that few people have.
Prince Harry spent ten years in the UK army, including two trips to Afghanistan. This is one of the reasons Harry feels particularly connected to the charity, as it honors Scott, who was killed while serving with the Royal Tank Regiment in Afghanistan in 2009.