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ROMANCE BREWING?

Harry’s ‘new flame’ Meghan Markle shares new cryptic Instagram post showing good old British cuppa – and one of prince’s beloved elephants

AFTER her cryptic Instagram post yesterday showing two snuggling bananas, Prince Harry's rumoured new girlfriend Meghan Markle has shared another image that hints at a Royal romance.

The American actress, 35, today teased fans with a picture of that most British of pastimes - afternoon tea, perhaps practising for her first visit to the Palace.

 The picture was posted on Instagram and featured a pot of tea shaped like an elephant and a jigsaw puzzle with #teatime
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The picture was posted on Instagram and featured a pot of tea shaped like an elephant and a jigsaw puzzle with #teatimeCredit: PA:Press Association
 News broke of Meghan's, pictured, alleged romance over the weekend and she has posted a number of cryptic pictures on Instagram since then
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News broke of Meghan's, pictured, alleged romance over the weekend and she has posted a number of cryptic pictures on Instagram since thenCredit: [email protected]
 Prince Harry has been linked to Suits actress Meghan and reportedly cancelled a flight to Canada to see her
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Prince Harry has been linked to Suits actress Meghan and reportedly cancelled a flight to Canada to see herCredit: PA:Press Association

The image showed a cup of tea and the pieces of a jigsaw puzzle with the caption #teatime.

And in a subtle nod to one of Harry's great loves, the teapot in her picture is in the shape of an elephant.

The prince has campaigned tirelessly to help the endangered animals.

Last week it was reported how the prince spent three weeks with conservationists on the 500 Elephants project in Malawi to help transport herds of African elephants to a safer home.

 Prince Harry worked in Malawi during the summer with African Parks as part of an initiative helping move some 500 elephants to a safer home
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Prince Harry worked in Malawi during the summer with African Parks as part of an initiative helping move some 500 elephants to a safer homeCredit: AP:Associated Press
 Prince Harry with a sedated female elephant in Kruger National Park in Southern Africa
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Prince Harry with a sedated female elephant in Kruger National Park in Southern AfricaCredit: PA:Press Association

The post comes after Samatha Markle told The Sun, her half-sister is 'shallow' and 'a social climber' who shunned her family once making it in Hollywood.

Yesterday Meghan posted another picture on Instagram of two bananas spooning with the caption 'Sleep tight xx' which so far has gathered more than 28,000 likes.

News broke about Prince Harry's 'secret girlfriend' over the weekend.

It has been reported that the Prince cancelled a secret trip he organised to visit his Meghan in Canada after news of their relationship was revealed.

A source has said the 32-year-old was allegedly booked on a 11.30am British Airways flight from Heathrow to Toronto yesterday when the media broke the news about his love life.

 Harry has been linked to several stars lately including Ellie Goulding and Jenna Coleman
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Harry has been linked to several stars lately including Ellie Goulding and Jenna ColemanCredit: Getty Images
 Meghan shares Harry's passion for humanitarian work and works for several charitable organisations including the UN
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Meghan shares Harry's passion for humanitarian work and works for several charitable organisations including the UNCredit: Instagram

The source told : "The flight was booked last week but he was a no-show.

"The crew for the British Airways flight know the Prince was booked to travel with them.

"It appears he pulled out at the last minute and decided not to travel."

The Royal is said to be "besotted" with the brunette beauty who is best known for her role as Rachel Zane in legal drama Suits.

Friends say Harry inundated the actress with texts until she agreed to go out with him.

Pictures of the star recently emerged showing her flashing her bra in a racy photoshoot for a men's magazine.

The prince has also reportedly followed Meghan on Instagram via a secret account and she follows him back.

 Meghan posts pic on Instagram of a visit she made to Soho Farmhouse in Oxfordshire
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Meghan posts pic on Instagram of a visit she made to Soho Farmhouse in OxfordshireCredit: Instagram
 The royal redhead is said to be 'besotted' by actress Meghan
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The royal redhead is said to be 'besotted' by actress MeghanCredit: GC Images

Prince Harry has a private account and only ‘follows’ a few close friends and charities which now includes Megan, .

In a recent picture posted on the social media site of a trip to Soho Farmhouse in Oxfordshire, Meghan is seen wearing a blue beaded bracelet - very similar to one often sported by the Prince.

It's thought he picked it up on one of his visits to Africa, as he regularly wears bracelets associated with charities he supports.

The snap has added fuel to the fire that he may have given the trinket to the 35-year-old actress.

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A source close to Harry told the : "He's happier than he's been for many years.

"He’s in a very relaxed period of his life and Meghan has come along at the right time."

Desperate to keep their romance under the radar, the stunning actress reportedly has made several low-key visits to London, including one where she is thought to have stayed at Kensington Palace - meeting with Harry's pals and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.

In late June and early July she was seen enjoying the tennis from the royal box at Wimbledon.

The insider said: "William and Kate really liked her and she fitted in straight away.

"They are taking each week as it comes and just enjoying each other’s company but it’s fair to say that they love seeing each other and there’s a definite chemistry between them."

 Photos from Meghan's Instagram account show people wearing 'friendship bracelets'
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Photos from Meghan's Instagram account show people wearing 'friendship bracelets'
 One snap showed the actress wearing a bracelet similar to ones seen on Prince Harry
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One snap showed the actress wearing a bracelet similar to ones seen on Prince Harry
 Meghan is best known for her role as Rachel Zane on US legal drama Suits
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Meghan is best known for her role as Rachel Zane on US legal drama SuitsCredit: Getty Images

Kensington Palace would not comment on the rumoured romance as it's a "private matter".

Meghan, 35, is believed to have crossed paths with Harry in May while the royal was in Toronto to promote his Invictus Games for disabled servicemen.

Born in Los Angeles, Meghan now lives in Toronto where Suits is filmed.

The insider added: "Harry has been desperate to keep the relationship quiet because he doesn’t want to scare Meghan off.

"He knows things will change when their romance is public knowledge but he also knows he can’t keep it a secret for long."

 Another snap shows the distinctive beaded bracelet again
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 Another snap shows the distinctive beaded bracelet again
 Meghan is believed to have met Harry in May while he was visiting Toronto to promote his Invictus Games
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Meghan is believed to have met Harry in May while he was visiting Toronto to promote his Invictus GamesCredit: GC Images
 Meghan married film producer Trevor Engelson in 2011, but the pair split in 2013
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Meghan married film producer Trevor Engelson in 2011, but the pair split in 2013Credit: Getty Images

The pair both share a passion for humanitarian work, with Meghan working for several organisations including World Vision Canada and the United Nations.

She also has visited Afghanistan to support US forces and their families.

Meghan married film producer Trevor Engelson in 2011, but the pair split in 2013.

The US actress isn't the first star to have been linked to the Prince in recent years.

Last year claims of a fledgling romance between Harry and Ellie Goulding emerged after it was reported the pair were seen getting very close at a polo match in July 2015.

 Pals say Harry bombarded Meghan with texts until she agreed to a date
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Pals say Harry bombarded Meghan with texts until she agreed to a dateCredit: Getty Images - WireImage

It was also believed Brit actress Jenna Coleman 30, caught the eye of the royal during another polo match, where the pair were spotted getting cosy, chatting the night away on a sofa.

And back in June the cheeky prince, who split from long-term girlfriend Cressida Bonas earlier this year, revealed his secret desire to take part on TV dating show Take Me Out to help him find the one.

When The Sun contacted representatives of the actress we were told the romance was still "unofficial".

A spokeswoman for management agency Kruger Cowne added: "However, should this be confirmed by the Palace, all of us at Kruger Cowne are delighted for them and wish them well."

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