Oh don't be such a downer. Vera's not the perfect knight, but at least she's trying with all things considered. Leora seems like a good sort anyways, and it's not like she can't be knightly in ideals. And all that aside, knights themselves weren't much but glorified mercs anyways. The chivalry and nobility with it just helped make sure these giant armored and armed warriors didn't go around bullying the peasantry indiscriminately.