@Hebe 06 Those were not dumb decisions. She came to the expedition because she wanted to be with Riftan and be a help to them. She went to school to learn because she knows she's still lacking.
Even when Maxi is already Riftan's wife, other people were still expecting Riftan to marry Princess Agnes. Maxi wanted to build her confidence and develop herself and her skills. She has been abused and sheltered since she was young. We can even see her worrying for every little thing. If she wants a few years to help herself, then she can have that. She owes herself that. Or else, she will deteriorate. This will help their relationship in the long run.
You're only thinking about Riftan, but you're not thinking about it in Maxi's perspective.
Even when Maxi is already Riftan's wife, other people were still expecting Riftan to marry Princess Agnes. Maxi wanted to build her confidence and develop herself and her skills. She has been abused and sheltered since she was young. We can even see her worrying for every little thing. If she wants a few years to help herself, then she can have that. She owes herself that. Or else, she will deteriorate. This will help their relationship in the long run.
You're only thinking about Riftan, but you're not thinking about it in Maxi's perspective.