This is the main inference that can be made about Roger Chillingworth's character. In this text, we learn that Hester was married to Chillingworth, but had not seen him in many years. However, when she sees him again, we learn that she is shocked and scared. She worries about Chillingworth's wrath, and thinks that this might ruin her. This shows that Hester believes Chillingworth to be evil and intimidating.
