Isn't it pretty obvious knighthood was all tradition and appearances for Cecily? She might have a genuine will to protect her city but that's probably true for every citizen there because it's a precious free city state next to an empire, apparently, so patriotism is a given. However, it's clear as day she had never actually worked to become a knight. She would have hardly known which end of a sword to grasp if it wasn't for the fact there's only one way you can slide it into the scabbard. So, she was indeed all talk and relying on her family name and reputation.

I certainly wouldn't have minded if she had possesses some actual fighting skills but otherwise I don't hate her. I will keep watching trusting she will develop and also hoping something will happen between her and Luke.