As Kate Middleton continues to recover after her cancer diagnosis, she is also looking ahead at becoming Queen sooner than expected. The Princess of Wales just wrapped up her biggest public outing since completing chemotherapy in September—her annual Christmas carol service on Dec.

Prince William andKate Middleton are the future of the monarchy, but their ascension to the throne might be closer than they realize. “Although the king is carrying out his duties with typical determination,

As Kate Middleton, the mom of three, announced that she is now cancer-free, the duo have decided to resume their public duties. According to royal biographer Sally Bedell Smith, the duo has begun gearing up for William's eventual ascension to the throne.