Britain's Queen Elizabeth is reportedly set to have her first meeting with Kate Middleton since she rekindled her romance with her grandson, Prince William.
Kate - who got back together with William earlier this year after a three-month break - has met the queen on several occasions, but sources say this get-together could be a little awkward.
Royal aides claim the queen encouraged William to split from Kate when the couple's four-year romance hit the rocks, as she was worried her grandson was not ready to settle down.
Despite his grandmother's reservations, William, 25, has decided to take Kate to the queen's Scottish estate, Balmoral, for a short break, after realizing the 25-year-old brunette was the girl for him during a romantic vacation in the Seychelles.
A source told Britain's Mail on Sunday newspaper: "William said the Seychelles holiday with Kate was perfect because it was just the two of them. It went so well they have planned another short trip to Scotland."
"William was originally going to take a group of friends stag-shooting to Balmoral, but he's decided he wants to have some time with Kate."
"They are very much in love and want to enjoy their relationship out of the spotlight before they go public again."
"It's peaceful and very private and one of the few getaways where they will have some more quality time together."
During their relationship, Kate and William have been regular guests at Tam-na-Ghar, the Balmoral cottage given to the prince by his late great-grandmother, the Queen Mother.
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