The Countess of Wessex, along with her husband Prince Edward, was in the city to view tributes left for the Queen and speak to well-wishers. Sophie then spotted young Josh, who was wearing a Union Jack cap and clutching a teddy bear, and took the bouquet of flowers he was offering (left). When he asked for a hug, she gave him a warm embrace, not once, but twice, before departing St Ann's Square. Recounting the moment they met, Josh's mother, Sue, told Sky News: 'She just said ''nice to meet you, do you want me to take your flowers?'' Then Josh said ''can I have a hug?''. They hugged, then he asked for a photo. The bouquet is signed from Josh but it's got my name on it as well.' Asked what the moment felt like, Josh - who is non-verbal - replied: 'Happy.' Referencing the Queen, his mother added: 'She's like a grandma isn't she, she's always been there. We're going to tell nanny and aunty Paula [about the experience of meeting Sophie].