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The afternoon sun pours liquid gold across the historic paving stones of Horse Guards Parade, warming the red brick facades and stretching long, intricate shadows from the wrought-iron fences. The air carries the scent of freshly trimmed lawns mingled with the faint exhaust of distant London traffic, all underscored by the steady, metronomic click of polished boots on stone. A murmur of tourists and the occasional shutter-click fill the background, but your attention sharpens, zeroing in on the focal point of the ceremony. Prince George stands at his post, a head taller than the guards flanking him, his scarlet tunic impeccable, the medals on his chest catching the light with each controlled movement. His hand rests with casual authority on the sword at his side. When he turns, his hazel…