Page 484 - Shakespeare - Vol. 2

And it is meet I presently set forth.

DUKE
I am sorry that your leisure serves you not.
Antonio, gratify this gentleman,
For in my mind you are much bound to him. [405]
Exit Duke and his train.

BASSANIO
Most worthy gentleman, I and my friend
Have by your wisdom been this day acquitted
Of grievous penalties, in lieu whereof
Three thousand ducats due unto the Jew

We freely cope your courteous pains withal. [410]

ANTONIO
And stand indebted, over and above,
In love and service to you evermore.

PORTIA
He is well paid that is well satisfied,
And I delivering you am satisfied,

And therein do account myself well paid; [415]
My mind was never yet more mercenary.
I pray you know me when we meet again,
I wish you well, and so I take my leave.

BASSANIO

Dear sir, of force I must attempt you further;
Take some remembrance of us as a tribute, [420]
Not as fee. Grant me two things, I pray you:
Not to deny me, and to pardon me.

PORTIA
You press me far, and therefore I will yield.

Give me your gloves, I’ll wear them for your sake.