This story starts with the most fairest maiden of all, Juliet
Capulet. She was the only daughter of a wealthy family in Verona who fell
deeply in love with Romeo Montague, who came from a very poor family. They secretly
meet every night under the light of the moon even though Juliet was already
engaged to Brutus of Rome, Julius Caesar’s heir to the throne. Their never let
their parents know about their relationship for the Capulets strongly believe
that they have to protect their honor and dignity.
One day, Julius Caesar who came
from a different kingdom, went to Verona in search for new knights to add to
his troops. He wanted to take revenge on Macbeth for killing his brother. Even
those who are not of royal blood were required to join. Since Romeo was one of
the strongest in his village, he was chosen to be part of the alliance against
the uprising tyranny of Macbeth. The night before Julius’ ships leave, Romeo
sneaked into Juliet’s garden, just below her balcony. They exchanged vows and
promised not to love another person beside themselves.
The next morning, the knights
were assembled. In the most enormous ship stayed Julius Caesar, Brutus,
Cassius, Mark Antony, Romeo, MONTAGUE, and the other knights of Verona. The
ships sailed heading to the Dunsinane castle where the tyrant, Macbeth resides.
On their third day, an unexpected storm came and destroyed their peaceful
voyage. They ended up on a small island of fairies. They noticed that this
island was destroyed and abandoned so they didn’t fear whatever the fairies
have in store for them. Romeo, who was seeking for help, encountered a boy
named Lysander. He was surprised to see a fairy named Puck behind the enigmatic
boy. Romeo saw it in his eyes that the boy was suffering from grief. Lysander
told Romeo about the tragedy that their kingdom experienced under the evil
hands of Macbeth. Oberon, their king, ruled peacefully over that kingdom until
Macbeth came to destroy everything they had. Oberon was assassinated and all
the other residents were killed from the forest fire except Hermia, who was
held captive. Also, Lysander and Puck survived because Macbeth’s troops missed
them. Lysander suddenly felt enraged and
wanted to take revenge on Macbeth. Romeo revealed that the purpose of their
voyage was to also take revenge on Macbeth for killing Julius Caesar’s brother,
Duncan.
And so Lysander joined the
troops with the permission of Julius after narrating the story behind the
destroyed kingdom. However, they have a big problem: the ships were totally
wrecked. Puck had an idea. He used his abilities to repair and restore the
broken ships. The ships sailed immediately to finally end Macbeth’s evil reign.
Meanwhile, Macbeth and Prospero,
the thane of Cawdor conversed. Macbeth asked about the planned ship wreck. On
the other hand, Prospero was capable of supernatural abilities because of
Ariel, his powerful servant spirit. He eagerly informed Macbeth that he was
successful in causing the storm for the ships wreck. Suddenly, Prospero thought
out of the blue. He asked, “Your highness, what is the purpose of all these
destructions?” Macbeth answered, “Duncan took my twin and mother away from me.
My father died of grief after. When I grew up, I became the thane of Glamis,
and followed every order King Duncan commands. One day, a battle between this
kingdom and the Norwegians emerged. After the Norwegians have been defeated, I
encountered three witches who told me of some prophecies. They foresaw that I
will become the thane of Cawdor and eventually become the king. Even before I
could go back to the castle, Lennox and Ross, the noblemen told me that the
current thane of Cawdor fought for the Norwegians instead and that I will
become the thane of Cawdor. I told my wife, Lady Macbeth about it and without a
second thought, she convinced me to kill Duncan and so I did. I poured poison
in his ear, without anybody knowing except me and my wife.
Fortunately, no one knew who the
killer was. I became the king afterwards. I was successful and so I did not
waste any time. I destroyed Oberon’s kingdom in search of my twin and MOTHER,
but they weren’t there. Now, people have turned their backs on me. No one would
support me nor follow every command of mine.”
Even before Julius Caesar’s ships
arrive, Puck placed an enchantment on their ship to make them invisible. When
they got there, Puck flew away, heading to the castle immediately. He went to
the sleeping Hamlet, Macbeth’s son, and poured love’s potion on his eyes. The
first person he’ll see when he wakes up will be the apple of his eye. Then he
left in search of Hermia. He found her sleeping on one of the cells, alone. He
woke her up and told her about his plan. The plan was to make Hamlet fall in
love with Hermia and make him betray his own father. Even though Hermia truly
love Lysander, she still agreed to Puck’s plan. After narrating his plan, Puck
went back to Lysander and the troops. He also told them the plan but Lysander
didn’t agree.
Meanwhile, Hermia’s cell was next to Hamlet’s room so she decided to
make a noise to wake Hamlet up and get his attention. Hamlet woke up and the
first person he saw was Hermia and he immediately fell in love with her. He
confessed his love and Hermia took advantage of the moment. Then she uttered
these words “My dear Hamlet if you truly love me, deny thy father and refuse
thy name” and Hamlet said “I take thee at thy word. Call me but love, and I’ll
be new baptized. Henceforth I never will be Hamlet.” Instantly, Hamlet opened her cell. They went
back to the shore of Scotland to open the gates for Julius Caesar and his
knights. They started invading the kingdom and some people prepared to set the
castle on fire. Knights versus knights, slaves versus slaves, and the officials
went for Macbeth’s head but Prospero and Macbeth’s knights went on their way.
Only Julius was able to reach Macbeth. Julius and Macbeth finally had the
chance to face each other --- without any help from any other knights. Macbeth
knew that that moment would come so he prepared a poisoned sword for him. The
fight started and Julius earned the first hit. Then Macbeth said, “What did
your brother do to my twin and my mother?” “I have nothing to do with them. My
only concern is my brother. How could you kill a man so noble and kind?” said
Julius. “LIES! Your brother ruined my family and now you’re ruining my castle?”
Macbeth shouted, ready to strike Julius again. Julius then earned a huge wound
from this attack and caused both men to drop their own swords. Meanwhile, the
castle started burning down.
Not knowing which is which, Julius accidentally took the poisoned
sword and got stabbed Macbeth this time. Before Macbeth fell dead, he realized
that Julius took his poisoned sword.
Julius, not satisfied with this, decapitated Macbeth. Meanwhile, Julius’
men were winning over Macbeth’s followers. When everyone saw Julius carrying
Macbeth’s head, they finished the bloody war and started leaving before the
castle burry them all alive. Julius, on
the other hand, felt weaker and weaker. Not long after, he fell dead while the
other officials including Brutus, Cassius, Mark Antony died as well.
The knights
hurried back to their ships and Puck undid the spell under Hamlet. He was the
only man standing after the ships had left him.
On their way back to Rome, the knights decided to make Montague
their king after Julius Caesar and everyone else died. Montague, knowing that
there was treaty between the Capulets and Julius Caesar decided Romeo to marry
“Capulet’s niece who looks exactly like Juliet”. Romeo strongly disagreed upon
hearing this for he knows Juliet is still waiting for him but at the end, he
knew he can do nothing about it for Montague told him Juliet was already
married.
When the day of the wedding came, Romeo was still in deep
melancholy. He knew that by this, he would be breaking his promise. The Romans
warmly welcomed the Capulets. Everyone was celebrating for Romeo and the
mysterious girl are being wed together with Hermia and Lysander.
At the altar, Romeo was secretly hoping that he isn’t supposed to
marry a woman besides Juliet. The door finally opened for his bride to come
forth. His heart was pounding as this lady walked down the aisle. When he was
finally face to face with her, he felt some kind of connection. He lifted her
veil and discovered that he already know the woman. She was the one he have
always wanted to marry.
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