When John Proctor entered the room, Mary and Mercy left the room. They left Abigail and John Proctor along in the room. He had come to meet Abigail in order to tell her about his decision. He tells her that he has now committed himself to his wife, Elizabeth again. On the other hand, Abigail wants to continue their affair. Abigail and John Proctor were engaged in a love affair since when Abigail worked as a servant in his house.