[395] To bring thee to the gallows, not the font. [Exit Shylock.

[396] Duke. Sir, I entreat you home with me to dinner.

[397] Por. I humbly do desire your Grace of pardon:

I must away this night toward Padua,

And it is meet I presently set forth.

400 Duke. I am sorry that your leisure serves you not.

Antonio, gratify this gentleman,

For, in my mind, you are much bound to him. [Exeunt Duke and his train.

[403] Bass. Most worthy gentleman, I and my friend

Have by your wisdom been this day acquitted