At the forest
Hester plans to meet Dimmesdale in the forest outside of town. This secluded and natural setting allows them to have a private and intimate conversation away from the judgmental eyes of society.
Hester
To get him to admit that he slept with Hester.
That they have a daugther
Rev.
Arthur Dimmesdale is the father of Hester's baby in The Scarlet Letter. However, this fact is not revealed until later in the story.
Hester must confess his sins and repent in order to make things right with Dimmesdale.
Hester meets Reverend Dimmesdale in the forest. They have a private conversation where they discuss their sins and their plans for the future. This encounter plays a significant role in the development of the storyline in the novel "The Scarlet Letter" by Nathaniel Hawthorne.
Hester Prynne joins Dimmesdale in his vigil on the scaffold, holding hands with him as they watch the procession go by. Pearl also ends up joining them, refusing to leave Dimmesdale's side.
Dimmesdale is shocked and horrified when Hester reveals Chillingworth's true identity as her husband. He feels betrayed and manipulated by Chillingworth for disguising his true relationship to Hester. Dimmesdale also feels guilt and remorse for unknowingly being involved in the scheme that has harmed Hester.
Roger Chillingworth wants revenge on Reverend Dimmesdale for having an affair with Hester Prynne. He seeks to torment Dimmesdale as he believes Dimmesdale is partly responsible for the shame and suffering that Hester endured. Chillingworth aims to expose Dimmesdale's guilt and hypocrisy.
Hester is surprised and taken aback by Dimmesdale's sudden appearance in the forest. She is shaken by his gaunt and spiritually tormented appearance, which is a stark contrast to his public persona as a revered and respected minister.
Hester plans to escape her suffering by leaving the town and starting a new life with Pearl, while Dimmesdale initially plans to confess his sin publicly as a way to ease his guilt and suffering. However, he ultimately decides to escape by secretly leaving with Hester and Pearl to start a new life away from the judgment of society.