Stripping away the pomp of the royals, the bunch are quite a large-reaching family.

Starting with the late Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip, the pair had four children.

Then follows Prince Harry, and then his son, Archie Mountbatten-Windsor, and little Lilibet Mountbatten-Windsor.

King Charles wearing glasses

But what does all this mean when familial relationships are concerned?

As it happens, King Charles has more complex and robust relationships with his grandchildren than you might think.

Clearly, Grandpa’s house is the place to be.

King Charles with Prince George and Prince William

“The great thing is to encourage [grandchildren].

… Show them things to take their interest.

My grandmother did that, she was wonderful,” he said.

Royal family at polo match

“It is very important to create a bond when they are very young.”

‘, or whatever, and you hope that they take an interest."

What else did King Charles and the prince bond over other than the great outdoors?

King Charles at an event

“He is pragmatic about it.

He is accepting that a daughter gravitates toward her own family,” the source said.

“Charles is a warm and caring guy, but he comes even more alive around little George.

Prince Charles, Queen Elizabeth, and Prince George on balcony

He loves spending time with him.”

They symbolize status and a sense of nobility and are often historically tied to important figures.

“[I was] hoping for a grand-daughter,” the king said, as noted byCosmopolitan.

The royal family at an event

“Someone to look after me when I am very old!”

This may, in fact, give even more depth to King Charles’ relationship with the princess.

Their affection for one another was quickly on display as Prince Louis started popping up on the royal scene.

The royal family on balcony

King Charles doted on him in such a sweet moment showing the special bond between the two.

It was, by all accounts, an extremely impressive and personal moment for the monarch.

Joining his parents and older siblings at a concert for the queen, Prince Louis clearly needed some stimulation.

The royal family on balcony

you’re able to see how close they are," one commenter wrote onTwitterof the special moment.

“There’s a certain connection between them that is beautiful to see.

It’s beautiful to see Charles being a grandfather.”

King Charles holding Prince Louis

Well, that dynamic is more complex.

According to royal expert Duncan Larcombe, the decision may not have been a stab.

But King Charles is said to be holding out for a specific reason.

Archie with Meghan Markle

His grievances largely have to do with members of his family using their own press offices to further agendas.

“This book and its truths are in many ways a continuation of my own mental health journey.

Queen Elizabeth on throne with Prince Charles

Prince Harry with Meghan holding baby

Prince Harry with King Charles