Suji Kim
Nooo, I don't want this. (ā„ļ¹ā„)(ā„ļ¹ā„) But it's finally going to happen. Tsk that stupid Duke. If only Maxi trusted Riftan and didn't let the duke's words get to her, she would never have followed him back. But after experiencing such abuse and verbal trauma it's no wonder she listened to him. š¤ Similar to brainwashing. The duke raised her so she would never be able to disobey him. It's easy for him to plant ideas in her head. What's done is done and this will make Maxi stronger. She won't make another mistake like listening to her father ever again, now she knows that Riftan will remain by her side. But, but the separation (ā„ļ¹ā„)(ā„ļ¹ā„)(ā„ļ¹ā„). Let's all prepare for a very riftan next chapter.
One evil duke trodden. One angry knight to deal with next. One very sorrowful parting afterwards. Although the next few years will be painful for both Riftan and Maxi, this was the only way to chastise Croyso. If only she conceived before she had to leave for the Tower, a lot of problems would be avoided. And a lot of happiness could begin. But knowing how the author is such a sadist, the future looks bleak. By spring Maxi will be ensconced in the Tower and Riftan will be an ogre towards everyone around him. Pity any monster that dares cross his path. I am happy that Agnes mentioned all the contributions Maxi made to the Livadon campaign. Good for Croyso to know how a useless person like Maxi accomplished so much once she was out of his control. Everyone else saw how much she was worth. Croyso was the only problem.
In all honesty, Riftan is a constraining presence for Maxi. Yes, it is all from a desire to protect and provide for her, but he's also imposing his own ideals of what women should be unto Maxi. He wants Maxi to be as pampered and protected as a princess but that's not what Maxi wants, isn't it? The only thing separating Riftan's behavior from that of a kidnapper is Maxi's reciprocation of his love. As much as I would also like to have a Riftan for myself, I'd have to admit that if at any point my wants diverged from his, I would feel suffocated as well.