He urges Juliet not to be rash and to join a society of nuns, but he hears a noise from outside and then flees from the tomb. Juliet then kills herself with Romeo's dagger, completing the tragedy. The Friar is forced to return to the tomb, where he recounts the entire story to Prince Escalus and all the Montagues and Capulets.
He recommends that Juliet not act on impulse and join a convent, but he hears a noise from outside and then leaves the tomb in haste. Juliet then uses Romeo's sword to end her life, resulting in the tragic outcome. The Friar is required to return to the tomb, where he recounts the entire narrative to Prince Escalus and all the families.