The first time, the newlyweds leaned into one another for a short peck.

That moment captured on film highlights several endearing gestures between the two royals," Ponce tells us.

He also picked up on some additional signs that clearly showed William’s true feelings about Kate.

Kate Middleton kissing Prince William

This is the future king and queen of England we’re talking about.

“He basked in the attention.

This was his moment a personal one and one that he shared with the world.

Kate Middleton and Prince William waving

In royal fashion, he often holds back emotion,” Jess Ponce told The List exclusively.

“He was overjoyed and swept up in the moment.

The clearest sign of this was his kiss.

He just couldn’t help himself and for a royal to surrender to a moment is a big deal.

“She reached behind him, laying her open palm on his back.

This intimate gesture she does quite often in public.