The ending of "The Scarlet Letter" has many possibilities that might lead to different outcomes. The way the story goes so far, Roger Chillingworth has sworn revenge to the mystery father of Pearl. Some clues are given that Pearl's father is Reverend Arthur Dimmesdale like the fact that he does not ask Hester directly who the father is on the gallows. Roger has convinced everyone he is a doctor and has moved up in Salem's social hierarchy. What might happen is that Hester will accidentally tell Roger because she is very lonely and desperate for companionship under the condition that the reverend will remain unharmed. However, since Roger is so fueled with rage that he will take action that might cause Arthur Dimmesdale to die. Society then will blame Hester who has no choice but to flee Salem and Hester will forever be alone. Whatever path this story will take, a happy ending is nowhere to be found.
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