Ah, I suppose you may call it that.

[ He can't blame her for being surprised, though; up until not long ago, he was just a murderous beast, after all. But he may be surprised she's not downright calling him a fool. ]

But yes, that is how I would ideally hope to behave. Although I cannot claim to be wholly in control of my feelings, either. I don't believe anyone ever could.

[ Meaning his thoughts may or may not stray to how attractive someone is, even when they're completely out of reach. ]