They can coexist, certainly, but the possibility that they will is statistically unlikely. There are many factors I must consider in a marriage partner, and while I am permitted to take my own feelings into account, they must take a backseat to factors regarding the prospective partner's fitness as a leader.
[ Sure, Zelda would love to have a home to go back to after a long day working as the sovereign of a kingdom. She has deeply enjoyed having that with Link in Hyrule over the past several years since the defeat of Calamity Ganon. But she may need to give that up in the future. As Hyrule's needs change, the sovereign must adjust accordingly. And if Hyrule requires a formal queenship akin to how her father once reigned, then Zelda will give up her happiness to do so. Anything less would be negligent, and Zelda does not want Hyrule to pay for her negligence a second time over. ]
Consider the leader(s) of your homeland. (If it does not have a comparable governmental structure, please disregard my following remarks.)
It is their job to act in a way that benefits the good of all who live within their scope of influence. How would you feel if they were to appoint another leader to work alongside them, but that person did not have the necessary skills to govern your homeland. They are chosen on nepotism rather than merit. Such an ill considered appointment could have negative ramifications on your homeland, such as economic disparity, resource shortages, or strained relations with other governing bodies.
Can you truly, in good conscience, support your leader in selecting an unsuitable partner simply because they are in love with that person?
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[ Sure, Zelda would love to have a home to go back to after a long day working as the sovereign of a kingdom. She has deeply enjoyed having that with Link in Hyrule over the past several years since the defeat of Calamity Ganon. But she may need to give that up in the future. As Hyrule's needs change, the sovereign must adjust accordingly. And if Hyrule requires a formal queenship akin to how her father once reigned, then Zelda will give up her happiness to do so. Anything less would be negligent, and Zelda does not want Hyrule to pay for her negligence a second time over. ]
Consider the leader(s) of your homeland. (If it does not have a comparable governmental structure, please disregard my following remarks.)
It is their job to act in a way that benefits the good of all who live within their scope of influence. How would you feel if they were to appoint another leader to work alongside them, but that person did not have the necessary skills to govern your homeland. They are chosen on nepotism rather than merit. Such an ill considered appointment could have negative ramifications on your homeland, such as economic disparity, resource shortages, or strained relations with other governing bodies.
Can you truly, in good conscience, support your leader in selecting an unsuitable partner simply because they are in love with that person?