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At the climax of the story, Sherlock's refusal to waive his punishment caused shock and outrage. At this time, Bassanio came forward and offered to take responsibility for Antonio's debts, but on the condition that Shylock waived the punishment of Antonio. Shylock angrily rejects the offer, but his daughter Jessica privately negotiates a plan with Lorenzo to try to save Antonio's life. In short, Chapter 5 of The Merchant of Venice is a dramatic and conflictual chapter that not only shows the complexity and diversity of human nature, but also makes us think about what is true justice, morality, and the nature of humanity.