North could have kissed her. He could have done it, he could have swooped in, but he was being respectful. It made her want to devour him whole. Or be devoured whole.
North had the chance to kiss her, and he seemed capable of doing so, perhaps even swooping in to do it. However, he chose to be respectful instead, holding back from crossing that boundary. His restraint showed his consideration for her feelings and boundaries.
This act of respect stirred strong emotions within her, making her desire for him grow intensely. She felt a surge of longing, imagining herself either devouring him or being devoured by him, highlighting the passionate tension between them.
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