This could be argued as Amelie's plan to encourage her father to travel. However, her father did not hold the ultimate power in her life. Instead, it was her fear of meeting Nino which seemed to influence her every action. When she does conquer it, it is Mr. Dufayel who tells Amelie to take the risk. Immediately, afterward, Amelie leaves to go find Niño, and 'confront her father'.

Atonement with the Father