The Scarlet Letter

What word best describes, Chapter 4?

I am working on a project for the scarlett letter and i am having trouble figuring out what word best describes chapter 4 interview.

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Merciless.... meaning Chillingworth's forgiveness of Hester, as opposed to his determination to ruin Dimmesdale.

You might also use regret in terms of Chillingworth's feelings about having married Hester and leaving her alone.

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The Scarlet Letter