His passion she had expected, even his expertise, for a man of his years would not have been without women. She had even, in the long days of yearning, suspected his tenderness, which led him now to kiss her temples and the inner crook of her elbow with the same attention he gave to her lips and breasts. What she had not anticipated was that he would be vulnerable as well.

Summary

This quote highlights the protagonist's surprise at discovering the vulnerability of the person they are involved with. The protagonist had expected passion and expertise from the individual, but they had not anticipated him to also exhibit vulnerability. This revelation adds a deeper layer to their relationship and challenges the protagonist's initial assumptions. It suggests that there is more to this person than meets the eye, and their vulnerability brings a sense of intimacy and emotional connection between them.

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