Today I pulled for the collective Leo sign to ask about their past and current person’s feelings toward them and the secrets they hold. 

The question asked of the Universe and Guides was: “How does the past person on the mind of Leo in a romantic connection feel about them emotionally? How does the current person feel about them? Please provide the secrets each hides from Leo.”

Cards pulled:

Past Person
Tarot: Seven of Wands, Nine of Pentacles, Ace of Wands
Secrets: Dirty Offer clarified by The Book

Current Person
Tarot: Five of Swords, Seven of Cups, The Hermit (reversed)
Secrets: Legal Issues clarified by The Knight

My interpretation:

Past Person

It seems that the person from your past sees you as someone fiercely protective of your independence, yet they admire your drive and ambition. This is revealed through the tarot cards: the Seven of Wands, the Nine of Pentacles, and the Ace of Wands. The Seven of Wands symbolizes defensiveness and the need to stand your ground, often feeling like you must protect yourself from external challenges. While this energy could reflect your past person’s feelings, it seems more likely that they perceive this in you. They view you as someone who holds a firm boundary, perhaps wary of letting anyone too close.

What they believe you’re protecting is represented by the Nine of Pentacles, a card that embodies self-sufficiency, luxury, and financial independence. This card tells me that your person sees you as someone who values their freedom and autonomy, someone who has worked hard to build a stable and abundant life on their own. They may sense that you are cautious about sharing your life and wealth with others, possibly due to a fear of losing control over your independence.

Yet, with the Ace of Wands, they also see you as an inspiring and passionate individual. This card represents creative energy, new beginnings, and the spark of excitement. Your past person admires your ability to dive headfirst into projects with enthusiasm and determination. You are a go-getter, and they appreciate this fiery spirit within you, even if they feel it keeps you somewhat distant.

However, the secret they have kept from you is revealed by the card “Dirty Offer,” which is clarified by “The Book” from the Lenormand deck, representing research, truth, and education. There is a dark undertone to this message, one that hints at an inappropriate or unethical situation, possibly something that happened in this person’s past. I get a strong sense of an illicit experience, perhaps related to a power imbalance, such as between a student and a teacher. This could point to something this person has kept hidden, perhaps involving childhood trauma or abuse. It’s likely a deeply buried secret that has never been shared with you or anyone else.

Current Person

Your current person, dear Leo, appears to be mentally withdrawing from the relationship, creating emotional distance. The tarot cards of the Five of Swords, the Seven of Cups, and The Hermit reversed shed light on their mindset. The Five of Swords suggests that there is ongoing conflict between the two of you. When you argue, it feels like a battle where neither side is willing to back down, leaving both parties hurt and with no resolution in sight. This ongoing strife is wearing on your person, creating an atmosphere of tension that feels endless.

The Seven of Cups suggests that instead of addressing these conflicts directly, your person is retreating into their own thoughts, daydreaming and imagining different outcomes rather than facing reality. They may be lost in fantasies or wishful thinking, mentally escaping from the tension instead of engaging with you about their true wants, needs, or desires. They’re having these conversations internally, instead of bringing them to you, which is widening the gap between you.

The Hermit reversed indicates that your person is feeling isolated, perhaps even fearful of more conflict. When The Hermit appears in reverse, it’s a sign of avoiding confrontation and withdrawing from difficult discussions. Your person might have something important to say, but they are holding back out of fear that it will only lead to another intense argument. Instead of risking further tension, they’re choosing to stay silent, bottling up their feelings and hoping for things to change on their own.

This withdrawal is something you could work through together. Seeking support, such as conflict resolution courses or couples counseling, might help you both learn how to communicate better and find peaceful solutions to your disagreements.

The secret they are keeping from you is shown by the card “Legal Issues,” which suggests they are currently dealing with some form of legal matter, such as court cases, immigration, or other legal entanglements. The “Knight” from the Lenormand deck clarifies this, indicating action, movement, and the arrival of news. This tells me that your person is in the midst of handling this issue right now, and they are actively working to resolve it. However, they may not have shared this with you yet, perhaps out of fear of adding more stress to the relationship. They’re carrying this burden quietly, working hard to mediate the situation on their own.

Decks Used:

Broken Mirror Tarot, What’s the Tea Oracle by Sishui, Slavic Folklore Lenormand Deck by Faina Lorah