The secrecy surrounding Romeo and Juliet's clandestine marriage generates a chasm of misunderstanding between Juliet and her parents, notably contributing to her predicament when faced with an arranged marriage to Paris. Her parents are unaware of her emotional and marital ties to Romeo, which leads them to misinterpret her reluctance to marry Paris as disobedience or ingratitude. This secrecy exacerbates Juliet's moral and emotional quandary, making it increasingly complex to navigate familial expectations while honoring her commitment to Romeo.