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66 Macbeth [Act III 

Third Murderer. There's but one down; the 

son is fled. 
Second Murderer. We have lost 20 

Best half of our affair. 

First Murderer. Well, let's away and say how 
much is done. [Exeunt. 

The Banquet 

Scene IV. Hall in the palace 

A Banquet prepared. Enter Macbeth, Lady 
Macbeth, Ross, Lennox, Lords, and Attend- 
ants 

Macbeth. You know your own degrees ; sit 
down at first 

And last a hearty welcome. 

Lords. Thanks to your majesty. 

Macbeth. Ourself will mingle with society 

And play the humble host. 

Our hostess keeps her state, but in best time 

We will require her welcome. 

Lady Macbeth. Pronounce it for me, sir, to all 
our friends, 

For my heart speaks they are welcome. 

Enter first Murderer to the door 
Macbeth. See, they encounter thee with their 
hearts' thanks. 
Both sides are even : here I'll sit i' the midst : 10 

Be large in mirth ; anon we'll drink a measure