in "Why, You Reckon?" the narrator and the other man do not hold Edward for ransom. What was their reason? Is their motivation for not holding Edward for ransom internal or external? In 3 sentences

In "Why, You Reckon?", the narrator and the other man do not hold Edward for ransom because they realize he is not their intended target but instead a poor, innocent man. Their motivation for not holding him for ransom is internal, as they empathize with Edward's situation and do not want to harm him. They prioritize their moral compass and choose not to commit an immoral act.