Mere gratitude had paved the way for love,

And if we both but waited your assent

To crown our union! You are silent, sir!

NATHAN.

I am astonished at your words, young Knight.

TEMPLAR.

Astonished! Do I then astonish you

With your own thoughts, although you know them not

When uttered by my lips. Astonished, Nathan?

NATHAN.