If Romeo and Juliet Lived

“This love of ours, a flame so frail,

Forbidden, yet its fervor does not fail.

A beauty rare, a love so true,

It rends our hearts, what we must ensue.”

In a world where Romeo and Juliet did survive,

Their tale of love would change, in stories thrive.

No tragic end, no woeful plight,

Their love, an everlasting beacon of light.

“We clasp each other when darkness falls,

Our love a secret, within hidden walls.

Yet in our hearts, it doth radiate,

A love worth the eternal strife we await.”

Together they would flourish, in love’s sweet guise,

hearts unburdened, finding solace, in shared skies.

No families feuding, no enmity they bear,

Their love, unchained, from misery’s snare.

“The world may judge, and turn its gaze,

Yet our love endures, steadfast always.

A precious gift, a jewel so rare,

We hold it close, with utmost care.”

Their secret kept, but not out of fear,

But to cherish the moments they hold dear.

In moonlit gardens, they’d steal a kiss,

Their love, a symphony of eternal bliss.

“So let us hold steadfast, to this love we share,

Trusting that one day, freedom shall we declare.

A love so pure, its essence can’t be denied,

A love worth the pains endured, and pride.”

Verona’s streets would witness their devotion,

Their laughter echoing, like birds in motion.

With each dawn’s ascent, their ardor would soar,

Their love, an anthem that compromise bore.

“’Tis hard, I know, to veil it from sight,

To live a life forbidden, in concealed respite.

But in this love, we find tranquility,

And all our troubles, they cease to be.”

Their passion would grow with each passing day,

Bound by love’s thread, in a world of dismay.

They’d face the challenges, hand in hand,

Their love, unyielding, against all demand.

“Whispers and stolen glances, our secret well-kept,

Desires forbidden, in hearts deeply swept.

In the depths of our souls, love takes flight,

Igniting spirits, engulfed in its luminous light.”

Their tale would inspire, a legend’s expanse,

A testament to love’s unwavering dance.

In unity they’d thrive, worlds redefined,

Their love, a legacy, forever intertwined.

“Though concealing it is hard, my love, I concede,

In this covert ballet, our passion takes the lead.

Yet, in this secrecy, a thrill we embrace,

A love flourishing, against odds in any case.”

For love’s true essence, devoid of strife,

Would grant them a chance, a beautiful life.

No tragedy would befall this love so rare,

For Romeo and Juliet would a shared love declare.

“We treasure these moments, in solitude’s reprieve,

Each stolen touch, fortitude’s testament we cleave.

For our hearts beat as one, words unspoken,

A love so potent, a bond unbroken.”

So let us imagine this alternate fate,

Where their love triumphs, unburdened by hate.

In a world where Romeo and Juliet live,

Their love, an eternal flame, forever to give.

“Even in shadows, love’s brilliance glows,

Guiding our hearts through nights’ darkest throes.

This forbidden love, though its nature may be,

Bears witness to our unwavering strength, you and me.”

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About the Author: Sarah B. Royal

Sarah B. Royal’s writing defies convention. Her poetry and prose traverse the boundaries between structure and spontaneity, often weaving together philosophical inquiry, cultural reflection, and personal narrative. With a background in experimental literature, she is known for crafting works that challenge readers to engage intellectually and emotionally.

Her acclaimed palindrome performance play, 777 – A Story of Idol Worship and Murder, showcases her fascination with mirrored storytelling and thematic symmetry. In o x ∞ = ♥: The Poet and The Mathematician, Royal explores the intersection of poetic intuition and mathematical logic, revealing a unique voice that is both analytical and lyrical.

Royal’s collections—such as Lost in the Lost and Found, Haiku For You, Lantern and Tanka Too, and the WoPoLi Chapbook Series—highlight her commitment to neurodivergent expression and poetic experimentation. Whether through childhood verse or contemporary fusion poetry, her work invites readers into a world where language is both a tool and a playground.

Sarah B. Royal continues to expand the possibilities of poetic form, offering readers a deeply personal yet universally resonant experience. Her writing is a testament to the power of creative risk, intellectual depth, and emotional authenticity.

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