The Crucible Epilogue

The Crucible Epilogue

    Many years had passed since the witch trials at Salem. Reverend Hale had long since ceased to believe in witches after the horrors he had witnessed. Now, whenever he is summoned to search for evidence of witchcraft he simply shows up and disproves any evidence of what other people may see as contracting with Lucifer. There was, on occasion, a call involving a legitimate crime, such as robbery or murder. But, those were few and far between. Most of the time, a town’s legal system was more than capable of determining a logical reason for a crime and sentencing the offender accordingly. People were not as quick to jump to the conclusion of witchcraft now. Not since the insanity that had gone down in Salem. Not since the blood of the innocent had been spread across the land like butter upon a slice of bread.
    No; now Hale was getting on in years significantly. He had a good life. It was much less hectic now. He lived with his wife—Lily was her name—and his son, Joseph. His son was of the age where he could assist his aging father around their farm. This made work around their land much easier on Hale.
    Hale would often visit his dear friend, Elizabeth. After the witch trials at Salem, they stayed in touch. Hale comforted Elizabeth after the death of her husband. John Proctor had martyred himself to save many other’s lives. He may not have understood it in its entirety then, but now Hale viewed John Proctor as a hero.
    Elizabeth had remarried to a man named Jacob Smith. Jacob was a kind man. Elizabeth’s children had grown quite fond of their stepfather. Hale had a good friendship with Jacob. They would go into town together and drink. They spoke of life and of God with one another. They helped each other with labor around their properties. Yes, it was truly a good friendship indeed.
    Hale lived quite a good life now. He was very content with the way things were. He no longer had to fear for the loss of life due to lying and deceiving. The witch trials were long finished. His wife and son loved him very much, as did his dear friends. All was well. All was peaceful.