Mary, rich; all we've got to do is bury the money and burn the papers." Edward's reaction to the newly discovered temptation contradicts everything the town represents. It says he "contemplates", suggesting he briefly thought about what he should do with the money before shouting with excitement, claiming they are "rich". Edward went on to say if the stranger should return to town and ask where his money is, so we will answer him we do not know what he is talking about. This illustrates Edward's first step into the darkness of corruption because he plans on lying about the money if the stranger returns and is going against what his town is primarily based on: honesty.
             Mary soon after made sure that Edward knew of her surpris
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