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Maybe...you'll fall in love with me all over again."_x000D_ _x000D_ "Hell," I said, "I love you enough now. What do you want to do? Ruin me?"_x000D_ _x000D_ "Yes. I want to ruin you."_x000D_ _x000D_ "Good," I said. "That's what I want too.
Ernest Hemingway
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Interpretation

What this quote means

This quote reflects the passionate and often tumultuous nature of love.

In this dialogue between two lovers, there is a deep yearning for connection and an acknowledgment of the destructive potential of their love. The characters express a desire to fully immerse themselves in their feelings, even if it leads to chaos or heartbreak, highlighting the intensity and complexity of romantic relationships.

Themes

LovePassionDesireEmotionRelationships

In practice

Example use cases

In a romantic setting, during a heartfelt conversation about the nature of their relationship.

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