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While traveling through Kinung, I stopped by the horse merchant's stables to rest for a short while. As I watched him brush one of his horses, he seemed distracted and unusually quiet. After some conversation, he shared what was troubling him. Several months ago, he had traded two healthy horses to the village blacksmith. In return, the blacksmith promised to forge a large order of horseshoes, buckles, and other equipment for the stables. The work was supposed to be finished before the start of summer, but many weeks had passed and little progress had been made. "The blacksmith has always been my friend," the merchant said. "But every time I visit, there is another excuse. I am beginning to wonder if I should demand the return of my horses or simply be patient." Hearing his concern, I offered to perform a Tarot reading. After shuffling the deck, I laid out four cards upon a nearby barrel. The first card was the Barrier Tarot. This card represented the problem itself. An obstacle stood between the merchant and the resolution he sought. The agreement could not move forward until something changed. The second card was the Flower Tarot. I explained that this card represented harmony and understanding. Despite the frustration between the two men, the cards suggested that preserving the friendship was important. Anger would only make the situation worse. The third card was the Wand Tarot. This card advised seeking information before making a decision. I suggested speaking with others in town to learn whether the blacksmith was facing troubles of his own that might explain the delays. The final card was the Tower Tarot. I told the merchant that while patience was important, the Tower also represented strength and determination. He should stand firm regarding the agreement and not allow himself to be ignored forever. The merchant studied the cards for a long moment. When the reading was complete, he thanked me and returned to caring for his horses. As I departed the stables, he remained deep in thought, weighing friendship against duty and considering what the cards had revealed. | |