Abigail and Proctor share a small relationship when she worked for him, which led to them sleeping together. As a result, Abigail remains in love with Proctor. Her love for Proctor is shown when she says, "I seek John Proctor who brought me from my sleep and put knowledge into my heart!" » (24). Abigail's desire for Proctor causes her to attempt to kill Elizabeth so that she can be with him forever. Abigail's plan to pursue her motives is demonstrated when Betty Parris states, "You did it, you did it!" You drank a charm to kill John Proctor's wife! You drank a charm to kill Good Proctor! (19). Abigail uses witchcraft to avoid getting into trouble after being caught in the woods performing this action. After fearing that Betty Parris or Mary Warren would reveal her incitements, Abigail angrily declares: "Let one of you utter a word, or the shadow of a word, about the other things, and I will come to you in the black of the soul. a terrible night and I will bring you a sharp judgment that will make you shudder” (20). This quote shows Abigail's ruthless ability to conceal and her mentality to be with Proctor under all circumstances. In addition to lust for Proctor, Abigail is also motivated by jealousy towards Elizabeth. Elizabeth hired Abigail to work for her in her household, but fired her shortly after for no specific reason. When Parris asks Abigail about this, Abigail exclaims, "My name is good in the village!" I don't want people to say that my name is sullied! Good Proctor is a talkative liar! » (12). This shows Abigail's anger towards Elizabeth as the accusations of witchcraft begin. Additionally, Abigail alludes to her anger towards Elizabeth because she is angry over a minor issue. Abigail's cruelty continues as the play progresses, and