Why does George Wickham try to run away with Georgiana Darcy?

George Wickham tries to run away with Georgiana Darcy in an attempt to gain control of her substantial inheritance and wealth. He plans to elope with her to Gretna Green in Scotland, where they can get married quickly and he can manipulate her into handing over her fortune. Wickham's actions are driven by his greed and his desire for a comfortable lifestyle without having to work for it.