The Scarlet Letter

The Scarlet Letter has come to be a book of such conflicting information that leads the readers to be confused, but yet curious. However, throughout the book, Nathaniel Hawthorne has dropped subtle clues to the readers by the actions and reactions of Ms. Hester. The community was contemplating whether to allow Pearl to continue living with Hester; or to restrict Pearl from her mother-which will benefit them both equally. Hester became quite worried and wished to meet Reverend Arthur Dimmesdale to discuss the latter; and lastly to be bestowed the privilege of keeping her daughter, Pearl. This already shows the dependence she has towards the Reverend. Also, in the beginning of the story when Hester was being interrogated by Dimmesdale, it seemed as though it was all for show. The Reverend knew his limits, and especially knew how to "harass" Hester to a point where the audience will be satisfied. Therefore, Reverend Arthur Dimmesdale will be publicized to be the biological father of Pear. Also, it is no accident that Pearl's biological father and Hester's husband work so closely together. The sole reason of Hester deciding to stay in her hometown is to restrain her husband from discovering her paramour. Consequently, Reverend, the father, possess that same mission. Hence, the Reverend keeping Roger Chillingworth by his side to have a better eye on him, and reassuring that his deceitful secret does not reach any unfavorable ears. However, sooner or later Roger will overhear Hester and the Reverend talking about Pearl, which will make him outraged. Then, Roger and the Reverend will have an undying hate towards each other and will attempt to kill or humiliate each other in any way possible. They will plot to kill one another in multiple secretive ways; but their outcome will not be the one they desired. Hester will become insane from the conflicts that she has created, and  chose to kill not only herself, but also Pearl.