JLEW

Journal #5

            I knew it was coming. I knew Hester wanted to tell me to stop tormenting Dimmesdale. I could always sense a strong connection between Hester and Dimmesdale. Though, it wasn’t until now that my suspicions were clarified. I was gathering some herbs for my medical cabinet. Then, Hester confronted me. I hoped to set her off by complementing on her achievements. I even told her of the rumor that her scarlet “A” may be removed. She neglected my friendliness, and demanded I stopped torturing Dimmesdale. Hester told me it was about time I confessed to the minister my true identity. At this moment, I was sure that Dimmesdale was Hester’s lover.

            I came to realize how I had been twisted over that last few years, how my mentality had drifted towards evil. I recalled what used to be, a noble scholar. Now, I am but a fiend of evil. This is all because of Hester; it is her fault I have turned this way!

1. Pg 110: Fragmentary-Distorted or separated in appearance
2. Pg 113: Awry-Skewed in appearance
3. Pg.115: Purport-Meaning 
4. Pg 116: Precocity-Accuracy or detailed