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After abandoning Tess on their wedding night, Angel Clare left England. He thought he had provided for her, but hardship hit Tess’ family, and in desperation she returned to Alec d’Urberville so that she could financially support her family. Angel has returned from England, ready to ask forgiveness and reunite with Tess, but has no idea what has happened to her. (The video provided is from the 2008 film version, but is the same scene,)
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ANGEL: O my darling Tessie--at last--at last! Forgive me--forgive me--I’ve been wandering hither and thither to find you--I am back! (Tess gently thrusts him back, shaking her head.) What, don’t you forgive me? I was very wrong, I know. I was cruel in judging you so harshly. We’ll never part again, never, if you’ll forgive me. (Tess withdraws herself further.) How
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