From there,William and Kate’s royal tour grew messier and messier.

It ultimately seemed that the royal couple couldn’t avoid making some form of statement before they left.

Then, William actually provided one.

Prince William

“I want to express my profound sorrow.

“We support with pride and respect your decisions about your future.

Friendship endures,” he said (viaBBC).

Prince William and Kate Middleton

But that wasn’t the last word.

“Who the Commonwealth chooses to lead its family in the future isn’t what is on my mind.

There wasn’t, however, any mention of potential reparations.