Scene: The tomb where Juliet lies asleep. Romeo arrives, believing she is dead, but instead of drinking poison, a different fate unfolds.
Romeo: “O Juliet, thou radiance of mine heart, thou appear'st so still, yet I canst not bear to part.”
Juliet: (waking) “What art thou saying, sweet love? Am I not alive? I feel your warmth.”
Romeo: “Alive? But thine eyes were closed, and despair consumed my soul!”
Juliet: “Nay, fear not! My heart beats still, and our love shall conquer fate's cruel hand!”
Romeo: “What fortune smiles upon us! Let us flee this sorrow’s shroud and weave our tale anew, together.”
In this hopeful ending, Romeo and Juliet awaken to their love and resolve to escape their feuding families, choosing life and unity over sorrow.