Sophia's cold-bloodedness made William realize he shouldn't keep debasing himself and lowering his dignity. He knew her well, didn't he? She was the Parker family's eldest daughter, born into an elite family, with her own pride and dignity. If he wasn't worthy of her, why humiliate himself further?

He'd stop trying. He'd give up. After all, he was William Harrison. He could find another wife, another woman to bear him another son. Why torture himself over someone who didn't love ...