Seeing her tears, Leland suddenly didn't want to continue with the plan. How could he do such a thing with a woman who would only see this transaction as her ultimate sacrifice to give herself and her baby a better life?
She was already married to him and, in her mind, he was her husband. They could do the consummation whenever, after she was ready. It didn't have to be tonight.
As long as she stayed in this castle and under his protection, nothing would happen to her. Right? The last time, Sophie got into trouble because she left and met her evil cousins who pushed her to the river.
If Leland could make sure she would be obedient and stay here... then they could postpone the consummation. From the corner of his eyes, he could see her body tremble slightly. She tried hard to hide her distraught and put up a strong front, but Leland knew her well enough to know Sophie was really sad.