Prince Albert is attempting to dispel any notions that he and his wife of 10 years, Princess Charlene , are having marital trouble.

The ruler of Monaco opened up to People this week about his relationship with Charlene, who has been out of the country since May for what was supposed to be a short trip to her native South Africa.

Albert told the outlet that his wife didnt live Monaco in a huff and that she also didnt go into exile.

She didnt leave because she was mad at me or at anybody else, he said. She was going down to South Africa to reassess her foundations work down there and to take a little time off with her brother and some friends.

Charlenes trip to South Africa, which Albert said should have lasted no more than 10 days, was extended after the princess began experiencing health complications related to a sinus infection. She has since had multiple surgeries.

She was rushed to the hospital again last week, and palace officials later said she was in reassuring condition .