The Story of Leila and Simon - Episode 2

Leila is confronted by servants sent to capture her, but Simon Howard steps forward, offering to marry her and claim her unborn child as his own to protect her. Simon insists this is better than her forced marriage into the Morse family, even though accepting another's child could be humiliating for him. As the Duke’s men find Leila, she defies her father's demand to return, declaring she'd rather die or marry Simon. Simon pleads sincerely for Leila's hand, challenging her father’s disdain. The episode ends with Leila questioning if her father truly wants her dead, leaving their conflict unresolved.