Macbeth's Prediction Essay

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1Far from the streets of Scotland, in a deserted heath among the unknown, three inhuman sorcerers predicted the future that was unforeseen to the normal man. “Where shall we meet again, in thunder, lightning or rain?” cackled one of the supernatural creatures. After speaking about their next meeting and encounter with Macbeth, these wicked witches went their separate ways and vanished, waiting for what riveting occurrences would soon take place.
Meanwhile, at Dunisnane Castle, the Scottish King hears the delightful news that Macbeth has brought home yet another triumphant victory. Delighted, King Duncan promotes the valiant Macbeth to Thane of Cawdor and sends a messenger to deliver the prosperous news to him.
Macbeths POV
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They made their way back to the castle where Macbeth was greeted with the news that he had received the title as Thane of Cawdor, which only added to his feelings of overwhelm. The first prediction of the witches was already present, the second one had just come true, this left the third one; Macbeth becoming king. For this to happen, the current king Duncan would have to be slain, surely this could not take place by Macbeth? He had not told Banquo his thoughts on the prediction, the thought of killing Duncan did, in fact, spring to his mind, despite his unconditional loyalty to this man over the years.
Macbeths POV
My Dearest Lady Macbeth,
I have not long to tell you about my latest inquiries way at battle, so I shall make this letter swift. Banquo and I were presented with the much feared abnormal sisters of immortality. They told us three prophesies; one of them was my current position, the next was Thane of Cawdor (which I was given the role of later this evening), and King of Scotland. As you are aware of, Duncan is fully well and living and I wouldn’t dream of betraying his royal highness any day. What are your thoughts on this peculiar encounter that would seem to scream of impossibility?
All the best my love, I shall hope to see you soon after my duties are complete,

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