King Charles appeared visibly frustrated during the 80th anniversary VE Day ceremony at Westminster Abbey, according to a skilled lip reader who caught a brief moment of tension.

The King and Queen Camilla took part in the commemorative event in London on May 8, joining 78 veterans and roughly 2,000 attendees. As Charles moved through the crowd greeting veterans, lip-reading expert Jeremy Freeman picked up what seemed to be a flustered remark to Camilla: “Unbelievable, where are my introductions?”

Clearly puzzled, Charles looked around before an aide quickly approached. Dressed in his military regalia, he was overheard saying, “Where, where are you?” before receiving the needed assistance and continuing to greet the assembled veterans.

The ceremony was attended by key members of the Royal Family, including Prince William and Kate Middleton, as well as Prime Minister Keir Starmer. As part of the tribute, King Charles laid a wreath at the Grave of the Unknown Warrior, with the message: “We will never forget.”

Prince William also left a heartfelt note: “For those who made the ultimate sacrifice during the Second World War. We will remember them.” The ceremony began with a two-minute national silence, marking the anniversary of Nazi Germany’s unconditional surrender.

After the service, the Royal Family spent time meeting with veterans. Though Charles showed signs of agitation earlier, he continued engaging with attendees and was heard warmly telling veterans, “good to meet you.”