Quote by Julian Barnes

Love is just a system for getting someone to call you darling after sex.

Love is just a system for getting someone to call you darlin

Summary

This quote suggests a cynical perspective on love, reducing it to a mere transactional system focused on receiving affectionate terms after a physical encounter. It implies that love is not genuine or heartfelt, but rather a calculated means to achieve desired endearment. The quote dismisses the emotional depth and intrinsic value of love, presenting it as a superficial pursuit with selfish motives at its core.

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By Julian Barnes

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