Zoya fingered the edge of the Knight of Cups card lightly and smiled. "This is the Knight of Cups, sometimes called chalices. This card represents your past. So, you can probably see that he's something of a happy-go-lucky fey. The thing about this one is that he is also very sensitive. Very romantic, he is the sort that will do whatever it takes for love. I'd say that, in your past, you've led a fairly happy life. This is not to say you've never suffered, but if anything did come about, you would likely brush it off."<br/><br/>Pointing to the next card in the row, she said, "Now, this is the Queen of Pentacles. As you can see, she's quite pretty. She is dressed in a clown's outfit, but she is not the sort to squirt you with a fake boutonniere. She is the elegant mime. Also note the coin in her lap, with the sun and moon. This is to express the duality of her character. This card represents your present. You are obviously more comfortable in who you are now than when you were younger." Zoya paused, "But then, aren't we all?" Smiling, she continued. "Still, you have come into your own as a woman, better able to deal with the things life throws at you. This is a card that represents a smart woman, one who is able to balance both career and family, should she have one."<br/><br/>Pausing in her speech, Zoya looked up at the girl. "Any questions so far? Shall I go on?"