Photo: Screenshots from@frankthesoldier1 / TikTok

The King’s Guard is known for being stoic and unflappable.

A TikTok video by@frankthesoldier1captures the entire event.

Rather than be ignored, a couple of the guards are seen giving the child subtle acknowledgment.

King’s Guard Acknowledges Young Boy Dressed as a Soldier

Photo: Screenshots from@frankthesoldier1 / TikTok

Though rare, this is not the only instance where soldiers stepped up for visitors.

The soldier sees them trying to get closer and promptly takes a smooth side-step toward them.

His actions are greatly appreciated by the pair, and the older man tells him: Much respect.

A young boy dressed in a soldier costume had a rare interaction with the King’s Guard.

As they passed, he received subtle acknowledgment from a couple of the soldiers.