The Scarlet Letter

Why does the stranger insist that the father of Hester's baby "will be known"?

chapter 3 of The Scarlet Letter

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The "Stranger" has a vested interest, as he is Hester's husband. Chillingworth doesn't wish to avenge his honor on Hester, but rather to destroy the father of her child. 

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The Scarlet Letter