What are some quotes that prove Hester's daughter, Pearl, is a treasure and not a punishment to Hester?

Another important
place, I think, that showsas being a treasure to her mother rather than a punishment, is whenand
Pearl are leaving the governor's home.The governor and other town leaders have discussed taking
Pearl away from Hester so that Hester cannot corrupt the child with her own sinfulness; however,
Hester and the Reverendargue vehemently against taking this action.As the mother and daughter
leave, the governor's sister, , invites Hester to a witches' meeting in the woods with the Devil
that night.Hester asks Mistress Hibbins to explain to the Devil why she could not come, saying,

"I must tarry at home, and keep watch over my
little Pearl.Had they taken her...