BASSANIO 325 ‘Sweet Bassanio, my ships have all miscarried, my creditors grow cruel, my estate is very low, my bond to the Jew is forfeit; and since, in paying it, it is impossible I should live, all debts are clear’d between you and I, if I might but see you at my 330 death. Notwithstanding, use your pleasure; if your love do not persuade you to come, let not my letter.’
