Anne Forgives Gilbert

After all these years, Anne finally decides to
forgive Gilbert. They become very good friends.
" 'I forgave you that day by the pond landing,
although I didn't know it. What a stubborn little goose
I was. I've been - I may as well make a complete confession- I've been sorry ever since.' 'We are going to
be the best of friends, ' said Gilbert." (444)