Friar Lawrence explained that in the original plan, Friar John was supposed to deliver a message to Romeo to explain the situation. “This would ensure happiness for Romeo and Juliet. This was what I was striving toward—peace and happiness,” said Friar Lawrence. However, Friar John was unable to deliver the message to Romeo because he was quarantined.
Prior to the purchase, Romeo had been banished to Mantua after killing Juliet’s cousin, Tybalt. According to the Nurse, a motherly figure in Juliet’s life, both Romeo and Juliet were devastated to have to part ways. They were unsure if they would ever see each other again. Romeo’s fate lied in the hands of the Prince. In order to avoid a death penalty, the Prince sent Romeo to Mantua.
Romeo and Juliet exchanged vows before saying goodbye. They pledged their love to each other and seemed determined to meet
again: “I must hear from thee every day in the hour, For in a minute there are many days. O, by this count I shall be much in years Ere I again behold my Romeo!” said Juliet. This was taken from one of the last conversations that the star-crossed lovers ever had. The couple was forced to say goodbye. What they did not know was that it would be goodbye forever.
The Capulets and the Montagues grieve in the loss of their children. Neither their families, nor the citizens of Verona anticipated the series of events and the incredible powers of love. They plan to create a memorial to remember young Juliet and her true love, Romeo. Friends and family are invited to gather at their upcoming funeral ceremony, on July 21 in the churchyard.
Verona Voice