@Rubbiccino your explanation makes a lot of sense! thinking about it now, ive basically forgotten about the reincarnation aspect since doesn't really serve a purpose right now.
To the commenter below, THANK YOU FOR SAYING WHAT I'VE BEEN THINKING THIS WHOLE TIME!!!
Their true age may be 23-24, but by no means is that their true maturity level because they haven't gone through the formative experiences that would give them the maturity of 23 year olds!
Im glad Im not the only one who kinda doesnt want Paulina to end up with Lucius. It has already been established that their society is very against not adhering to the status quo, and I would get total whiplash if they somehow end up together with no consequences.