Snuggled deep in the village of Raveloe, Silas Marner sits in front of a fire in his cottage. It is a cold winter night, but he is warm because he has a full and happy heart. He has spent his life dedicated to his daughter, Eppie, and her happiness. Soon he will marry her off to the man of her dreams and they will reside in a farm house on the Marner property. However, Silas never imagines that his dream come true could turn into a nightmare at a moment’s notice. The Marner household has been buzzing for weeks in preparation for the marriage of Eppie and her handsome groom, Romeo Montague. Eppie is elated to take the Montague name, yet still be fortunate enough to live near her beloved father. With only two days until the union of the
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If I was to go with my heart’s desires I would be with Juliet. However, because she is a Capulet we all know that will never happen. Unless, of course, it is behind closed doors,” his voice trails off into a whisper and he notices the entrance of his cousin, Benvolio. Despite his best efforts Benvolio was able to hear enough to grasp the concept of the discussion. In upmost disgust Benvolio says, “My cousin, I thought better of you. There is no way you can ruin Eppie’s whole life. I know your intentions are to continue a secret relationship with Juliet. I will allow you the chance to right your wrongs and break things off with one of these women. I do suggest that you think long and hard about Juliet, because she is even being deceitful to her best friend by running around with you. You should know by now beauty is not everything. Eppie has been nothing short of amazing to you.” Romeo and Mercutio roll their eyes and give an unpleasant smirk. Romeo very forcefully states, “Benvolio, you will not intimidate me with all your diplomatic ways. I have made my mind up and things have been going according to plan for months. If you impede in my life I guarantee you will regret it. It might be important for you to know that it will be the last time to interfere in my life or anyone else’s life for that matter. Now, I will see you on Saturday dressed for the wedding with a smile on your face. Am I …show more content…
“I suppose you are correct,” Mercutio wickedly mocked.
That evening Romeo goes to Silas Marner’s cottage to bid Eppie goodnight before their big day. Upon seeing Romeo you can almost see the stars in Eppie’s eyes. Juliet is trying to fight off any bitter looks, after spending the entire day with the clueless bride. “Oh, Romeo I thought you would never come!” Eppie exclaims as she falls into his arms. In his most loving manner he says, “Of course darling, I could not let the day pass without a moment with
If I was to go with my heart’s desires I would be with Juliet. However, because she is a Capulet we all know that will never happen. Unless, of course, it is behind closed doors,” his voice trails off into a whisper and he notices the entrance of his cousin, Benvolio. Despite his best efforts Benvolio was able to hear enough to grasp the concept of the discussion. In upmost disgust Benvolio says, “My cousin, I thought better of you. There is no way you can ruin Eppie’s whole life. I know your intentions are to continue a secret relationship with Juliet. I will allow you the chance to right your wrongs and break things off with one of these women. I do suggest that you think long and hard about Juliet, because she is even being deceitful to her best friend by running around with you. You should know by now beauty is not everything. Eppie has been nothing short of amazing to you.” Romeo and Mercutio roll their eyes and give an unpleasant smirk. Romeo very forcefully states, “Benvolio, you will not intimidate me with all your diplomatic ways. I have made my mind up and things have been going according to plan for months. If you impede in my life I guarantee you will regret it. It might be important for you to know that it will be the last time to interfere in my life or anyone else’s life for that matter. Now, I will see you on Saturday dressed for the wedding with a smile on your face. Am I …show more content…
“I suppose you are correct,” Mercutio wickedly mocked.
That evening Romeo goes to Silas Marner’s cottage to bid Eppie goodnight before their big day. Upon seeing Romeo you can almost see the stars in Eppie’s eyes. Juliet is trying to fight off any bitter looks, after spending the entire day with the clueless bride. “Oh, Romeo I thought you would never come!” Eppie exclaims as she falls into his arms. In his most loving manner he says, “Of course darling, I could not let the day pass without a moment with