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King Charles' secret that left palace scrambling
King Charles' strange ritual shocks royal watchers
When it comes to monarchs, their unique traditions can be considered outlandish. However, in this case, whispers about Charles have been floating in the palace for years, hinting at a rather strange custom that involves six eggs every single morning — and it’s certainly more complicated than just a simple breakfast.
The “Just-Right” Egg Theory
The royal staff have revealed that King Charles not only enjoys a single boiled egg, but rather has a quota of six. His daily allowance is boiled to varying degrees of softness, so on any given day one or two can be “chosen” while the rest is tossed to the side.
A Ritual of Precision
For His Majesty, the eggs will be boiled for a minimum of three minutes or a maximum of seven to ensure the desired softness is achieved. Depending on the staff and their efficacy in the kitchen, this could be a test of loyalty — or pampering.
Royal Breakfast or Royal Test?
Serving six eggs to the King on the other hand, can single-handedly eliminate the chances of serving a “perfect” breakfast while elsewhere “testing” the royal aides. In a strange way, it can be about preserving structure and control within the royal family, stemming from missing the “ideal” serving.
An Eccentric Tradition That Lives On
Perhaps it is a strange habit or an exercise in aristocratic dominance, but the breakfast ritual of six eggs is arguably one of the most curious—and compelling—elements of the life of King Charles. In a world of excess, it is easy to wonder if the answer to perfection is simply the careful selection of an egg or two.
