Prince William’s attendance at St. Andrews University was a huge deal in 2000.

But the future Queen Consort wasn’t the only coed interested in meeting the prince.

Her parents, Hugh and Mimi Massy-Birch, confirmed the relationship to theDaily Mailin 2008.

Prince William at a wedding in 2004

It was this rural upbringing that Massy-Birch believes endeared William to her.

There are a few reasons why some believe that William was partial to country girls rather than city socialites.

Interestingly, it wouldn’t be Middleton who came between Massy-Birch and the heir to the throne.

Prince William plays pool with friends at university

The two had had a summer fling before his first semester, according to Vanity Fair.

Fortunately, the drama between the women was relatively kept to a minimum.

Kate Middleton at Prince Williams graduation